Career Quest

A Journalist in the South African Police Service gathers information and write articles and columns for the South African Police Service Journal, a policing magazine. The planning of these articles is in accordance with the strategic plan of the South African Police Service and assignments from the editors. He/she makes appointments with relevant persons according to tasks, does research and co-ordinates visual material required for the final article. The Journalist also liaises with internal and external photographers and graphic artists. He/she attends media conferences and other social events as a representative of the South African Police Service magazine and supports and promotes effective and efficient internal communication through the South African Police Service Journal. The Journalist in the South African Police Service also does the coordination of the lay-out of the articles with the production team.

What are the minimum requirements to become a Journalist?

To become a Journalist in the South African Police Service you must be in possession of a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent in Journalism. You must be in possession of a light vehicle drivers licence and must be prepared to travel. You also need to be fluent in English.

Training:

In-service training will be provided in the South African Police Service.

Where can you be stationed?

Journalists in the South African Police Service can be stationed at Communication and Liaison Services.

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