Main Purpose: To conduct forensic investigations against set deliverables through the provision of quality forensic investigation service during national, provincial and strategic investigations into maladministration and corruption within State institutions, in support of the multi-disciplinary approach ("MDA") to all projects /assignments.
Minimum qualification and experience: National Diploma or Higher Certificate in Law or Forensic Investigations or Accounting or Forensic Accounting or relevant (NQF 5/6).
Two years' experience in Forensic Investigations.
Experience in public sector investigations or proven record of participation in a minimum of one-year public sector Forensic Investigation internship programme. Key performance areas (Include but not limited to): To assist in Provincial and National Projects Requiring Specialist Forensic Investigation Expertise: Conduct forensic investigations requiring forensic investigator expertise on selected projects under the guidance of the Chief Forensic Investigator and/or Forensic Investigator on the project as delegated by the Principal Forensic Investigator.
Assist in the collation and analysis of evidence obtained through investigations utilising appropriate methods as defined in the work plan.
Participate in the drafting of initial investigation reports as per prescribed standards.
Forensic Investigation Compliance: Adhere to conduct prescribed by the communities of practice.
Comply with policies, practices and procedures in assisting the conduct of investigations.
Technical skills: Analytical.
Research.
Communication.
Interpersonal.
Risk management.
Report writing.
Time management.
Knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to): Knowledge of the investigation environment and forensic investigation principles.
Knowledge of the applicable legislation (e.g.
Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure Law of Evidence, etc).
Knowledge of investigation techniques.
Knowledge of public sector legal environment (PFMA, MFMA, Treasury Regulations and other relevant Treasury Directives).
Knowledge of ethics.
Knowledge of IT environment as well as financial systems and processes.
Basic knowledge of Project Management Principles.
Intermediate MS Office Suite Proficiency.
Inquisitive.
Team player.
Accuracy.
Deadline driven.
Customer focused.
Work under pressure.
Results-oriented.
PLEASE NOTE: The appointment of candidates will be at the Unit's sole discretion and the Unit reserves the right not to make an appointment.
The SIU is an Anti-Corruption Investigating Unit and requires applicants to make a full and frank disclosure in their application form.
Fraudulent qualifications or documentation will automatically disqualify candidates.
All candidates will be subjected to integrity screening procedures and a favourable end report is essential.
Other critical positions may be subjected to vetting procedures after appointments.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
Please be advised that applications received mean that processing may take some time.
Candidates who have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
POPIA disclaimer: In line with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 by applying for this position it is accepted that you have consented to your personal information being used and kept for processing your application.
The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information.
All information collected will not be shared with any third parties or used for purposes other than for the intended purpose.
The SIU is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. Preference will be given to persons from designated groups in particular Africans, Coloureds, and people with disabilities in line with the SIU Employment Equity Plan.
The SIU will not pay any relocation costs for successful incumbents appointed in different provinces.
The salary offered will be in line with SIU-approved salary scales, which may change subject to relevant approvals and annual increases.
Late applications will not be considered after the closing date.