OFO No: 542201

What is a Special Forces Manager?

A Special Forces Manager is a highly trained and qualified member of the SANDF. 

They are responsible for the management of the special forces operations which includes training, preparation and monitoring military operations.

What does a Special Forces Manager do?

• acts as a ‘warrior / diplomat’ during peace keeping operations
• assess the admin, finance and logistics of military operations, especially with the special forces
• specialises in combat skills
• collects info and data relating to military operations
• makes sure unit is always ready for combat
• monitors use and maintenance of assets (vehicles, weapons, buildings etc)

Are you … ?

• a South African citizen?
• patriotic?
• a team player?
• fit and healthy?
• disciplined?
• logical thinker?
• cool under pressure?

How do I become a Special Forces Manager?

• Must be South African
• Must be 18 to 22 years old (currently completing matric or completed matric)
• Must be 26 or younger (graduate with diploma or degree)
• Must not be area bound (happy to move around SA)
• Must have a clean criminal record
• Must be preferably single
• Must be fit and healthy (pass SADF fitness requirement test)

The SA Army’s way of recruiting is through The Military Skills Development Systems (MSDS).

It’s a 2 year contract, voluntary service system with the long-term aim of building the SADF’s capabilities.

During the 2 years you will receive:

• 1st year – military and functional training

• 2nd year – deployed to develop use your training and develop your skills

• At the end of your second year you can decide if you want to continue as a volunteer or join the SADF on a permanent basis. The SADF will only recruit permanent members if you prove yourself.

There are various groups of applicants:

PATH 1

Applicants with Matric / Grade 12

• Applicants will be chosen on educational performance, participation in sport and community involvement
• After training, the SADF will then consider you for specialisations.

PATH 2

Applicants with Matric / Grade 12 with VERY HIGH MARKS + exemption

• Training that will focus on developing your leadership potential during the second year of deployment
• After training, you may be selected for the Core Service System (CSS) studies at the Military Academy. Only candidates with Grade 12 exemption can be considered for studies at the Military Academy.

PATH 3

Applicants with a recognised 3 year diploma or degree

• It will depend on our qualification at the time and what the SADF requires. These applicants will be earmarked for leadership development and or non-leader group training

PATH 4

• Bachelor of Military Science

• University of Stellenbosch

PATH 5

• Bachelor of Military Science
• Honours in Military Science

PATH 6

• Bachelor of Military Science
• Honours in Military Science
• Masters in Military Science (part time while working for the SANDF)

• Applications usually take place between 1 Jan and 28 February: CLICK HERE

• It’s up to you to double-check for the closing date.

TRAINING:

• CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
• Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
• To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. 
• CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions. 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:   Fire Fighter … or … Explosives Expert

Is becoming a Special Forces Manager the right career choice for me?

OFO No: 542202

What is a Special Forces Officer?

A Special Forces Operator works in the SA defence force (SANDF). A Special Forces Officer is a ‘special’ soldier that has extreme training and skills and assists the regular forces during war and peace time.

What does a Special Forces Officer do?

• trains and learns specialised combat skills
• assists regular forces during high and low conflict times
• collects and analyses information to develop the right tactics and programs
• specialises in combat skills
• acts as a ‘warrior / diplomat’ during peace keeping operations
• makes sure that SA is military-ready
• controls the use of military assets (vehicles, weapons, buildings etc)

Are you … ?

• a South African citizen?
• patriotic?
• a team player?
• fit and healthy?
• disciplined?
• logical thinker?
• cool under pressure?

How do I become a Special Forces Officer?

• Must be South African
• Must be 18 to 22 years old (currently completing matric or completed matric)
• Must be 26 or younger (graduate with diploma or degree)
• Must not be area bound (happy to move around SA)
• Must have a clean criminal record
• Must be preferably single
• Must be fit and healthy (pass SADF fitness requirement test)

The SA Army’s way of recruiting is through The Military Skills Development Systems (MSDS).

It’s a 2 year contract, voluntary service system with the long-term aim of building the SADF’s capabilities.

During the 2 years you will receive:

• 1st year – military and functional training

• 2nd year – deployed to develop use your training and develop your skills

• At the end of your second year you can decide if you want to continue as a volunteer or join the SADF on a permanent basis. The SADF will only recruit permanent members if you prove yourself.

There are 3 groups of applicants:

Path 1

Applicants with Matric / Grade 12

• Applicants will be chosen on educational performance, participation in sport and community involvement
• After training, the SADF will then consider you for specialisations.

Path 2

Applicants with Matric / Grade 12 with VERY HIGH MARKS + exemption

• Training that will focus on developing your leadership potential during the second year of deployment
• After training, you may be selected for the Core Service System (CSS) studies at the Military Academy. Only candidates with Grade 12 exemption can be considered for studies at the Military Academy.

Path 3

Applicants with a recognised 3 year diploma or degree

• It will depend on our qualification at the time and what the SADF requires. These applicants will be earmarked for leadership development and or non-leader group training

• Applications usually take place between 1 Jan and 28 February: CLICK HERE

• It’s up to you to double-check for the closing date.

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Ambulance Worker or Body Guard

Is becoming a Special Forces Officer the right career choice for me?

OFO No:

What is a Soldier?

A Soldier works and serves in the national army.

They can serve in different areas:

Infantry Corps – (OFO No: 542301)

• This section has most of the Soldiers. They are ‘foot’ Soldiers. They are the ‘attack’ team and protect our borders and country from threatening forces. Training includes: weapons, field craft and tactical moves.

Intelligence Corps

• This section of the army deals with intelligence collection. They are always collecting and analysing data about enemies and what the enemies are planning. With this information, the army can then design and prepare military moves to combat the threat/s.

Armour Corps

• Soldiers in this section are extremely well trained on weapons and tanks. You will need to have a technical mind to belong to the Armour Corps.

Air Defence Artillery Corps

• This section is trained to protect our troops, supplies, airports, power plants, dams and other strategic and important infrastructures. Candidates who have passed Mathematics and or Physical Science are preferable.

Artillery Corps

• This section of the army is to destroy the enemy, preferably prior to contact with own Infantry and Armour, by means of firepower. Successful candidates will be employed in a digital and technologically advanced environment. Must have passed Mathematics and or Physical Science in Grade 12.

Ordnance Service Corps (OSV)

• The main role of the OSV is to acquire, look after and distribute clothing, ammunition, vehicles, parts, fuel etc within the army.

Technical Service Corps (TSC)

• This section provides technical support and maintenance to the army: mechanical, electrical and electronic. Must have at least a Grade 12 / Level 4 N3 with Mathematics.

SA Ammunitions Corps (SA AMMU C)

• The SA AMMU C makes sure that the effective and safe ammunitions are supplied to the defence force. You must be intelligent and emotionally stable with a Matric / Level 4 N3 with Mathematics and Physical Science.

SA Catering Corps (SA CAT C)

• This section prepares and makes food for the SADF with a strong emphasis on nutrition. Candidates must be medically fit with a basic knowledge of cooking skills as well as have a keen interest to work with people on all levels.

Personnel Service Corps

• This is like the HR department of the army. They are responsible for the career planning, promotions, transfers, leave, pay, etc of all the members of the army.

What does a Soldier do?

• This will depend on which section of the army the Soldier works in.

Are you . . . ?

• interested in serving your country?
• loyal?
• a team player?
• willing to train hard?
• willing to be away from family and friends for long periods at a time?
• responsible and reliable?
• trustworthy?
• calm under stress?
• confident?

How do I become a Soldier?

Who can apply?

• Must be South African
• Must be 18 to 22 years old (currently completing matric or completed matric)
• Must be 26 or younger (graduate with diploma or degree)
• Must not be area bound (happy to move around SA)
• Must have a clean criminal record
• Must be preferably single
• Must be fit and healthy (pass SADF fitness requirement test)

The SA Army’s way of recruiting is through The Military Skills Development Systems (MSDS).

It’s a 2 year contract, voluntary service system with the long-term aim of building the SADF’s capabilities.

During the 2 years you will receive:

• 1^st year – military and functional training

• 2^nd year – deployed to develop use your training and develop your skills

• At the end of your second year you can decide if you want to continue as a volunteer or join the SADF on a permanent basis. The SADF will only recruit permanent members if you prove yourself.

There are 3 groups of applicants:

(1)    Applicants with Matric / Grade 12

• Applicants will be chosen on educational performance, participation in sport and community involvement
• After training, the SADF will then consider you for specialisations.

(2)    Applicants with Matric / Grade 12 with VERY HIGH MARKS + exemption

• Training that will focus on developing your leadership potential during the second year of deployment
• After training, you may be selected for the Core Service System (CSS) studies at the Military Academy. Only candidates with Grade 12 exemption can be considered for studies at the Military Academy.

(3)    Applicants with a recognised 3 year diploma or degree

• It will depend on our qualification at the time and what the SADF requires. These applicants will be earmarked for leadership development and or non-leader group training

Applications:

• Applications usually take place between 1 Jan and 28 February: CLICK HERE

• It’s up to you to double-check for the closing date.

• Volunteer: Join the Reserve Force:

http://www.rfdiv.mil.za/howtojoin.html

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Ambulance Worker or Fire Fighter

Is becoming a Soldier the right career choice for me?

Armament Fitter

Also known as a Weapon Systems Mechanic

CLICK HERE

for more info about this career

OFO No: 542203

What is a Special Forces Operator?

A Special Forces Operator works in the SA defence force (SANDF). They use specialised tactics and techniques to win wars and maintain peace.

What does a Special Forces Operator do?

• conducts military operations during high and low conflict times
• collects and analyses information to develop the right tactics and programs
• specialises in combat skills
• acts as a ‘warrior / diplomat’ during peace keeping operations

Are you … ?

• a South African citizen?
• patriotic?
• a team player?
• fit and healthy?
• disciplined?
• logical thinker?
• cool under pressure?

How do I become a Special Forces Operator?

• Must be South African
• Must be 18 to 22 years old (currently completing matric or completed matric)
• Must be 26 or younger (graduate with diploma or degree)
• Must not be area bound (happy to move around SA)
• Must have a clean criminal record
• Must be preferably single
• Must be fit and healthy (pass SADF fitness requirement test)

The SA Army’s way of recruiting is through The Military Skills Development Systems (MSDS).

It’s a 2 year contract, voluntary service system with the long-term aim of building the SADF’s capabilities.

During the 2 years you will receive:

• 1st year – military and functional training

• 2nd year – deployed to develop use your training and develop your skills

• At the end of your second year you can decide if you want to continue as a volunteer or join the SADF on a permanent basis. The SADF will only recruit permanent members if you prove yourself.

There are 3 groups of applicants:

Path 1

Applicants with Matric / Grade 12

• Applicants will be chosen on educational performance, participation in sport and community involvement
• After training, the SADF will then consider you for specialisations.

Path 2

Applicants with Matric / Grade 12 with VERY HIGH MARKS + exemption

• Training that will focus on developing your leadership potential during the second year of deployment
• After training, you may be selected for the Core Service System (CSS) studies at the Military Academy. Only candidates with Grade 12 exemption can be considered for studies at the Military Academy.

Path 3

Applicants with a recognised 3 year diploma or degree

• It will depend on our qualification at the time and what the SADF requires. These applicants will be earmarked for leadership development and or non-leader group training

Applications:

• Applications usually take place between 1 Jan and 28 February: CLICK HERE

• It’s up to you to double-check for the closing date.

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Personal Trainer or Fire Fighter

Is becoming a Special Forces Operator the right career choice for me?