POLICE OFFICER RAPED

The Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (POPCRU) is repulsed by the gang rape of a police officer at her home in Khayelitsha in the Western Cape this past weekend. POPCRU believes the officer was targeted by the cruel men who attacked her while still in uniform. POPCRU warns criminals that they won’t get away with using rape as a form of weapon against the women who dedicate their lives to serving the nation. We are also pleased with the arrest of the three suspects who violated the officer and stole from her. POPCRU leaders in the area who are … Continue reading

RTMC WOES ILLUSTRATE THE NEED TO NATIONALIZE ALL TRAFFIC

The Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (POPCRU) has noted with contempt the worsening state of affairs at the Road Traffic Management Corporation. The Star reported this morning about mass resignations at the Corporation. This does not come as a surprise to POPCRU given the job dissatisfaction experienced by many of our members. While the mandate of RTMC was sensible prior to its establishment, the unit has failed to demonstrate exceptional abilities which cannot be performed by other Traffic Officials employed by Provincial departments. POPCRU however believes this is just the tip of the iceberg as the problems which exist … Continue reading

POPCRU seeks to appoint highly motivated, committed and dynamic individuals for the following positions:

1.  INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICER    Requirements: National Diploma in International Relations or Communications or Humanities Degree in the same field will be advantage Knowledge of Labour Relations Act General Human Resources Management Skills Knowledge of Relevant Acts and Legislations Facilitation Skills Communication / Interpersonal Skills   Major Responsibilities: Liaises on International Programmes and projects Creates awareness in POPCRU and beyond Coordinates policy work in terms of International Relations Coordinates Southern African programme and initiatives Coordinates research within POPCRU Provides project management   2. ASSISTANT COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER (Internship: 1 Year Contract) Requirements: 3 years Diploma in Media / Communications Studies Computer Literacy Major … Continue reading