Fraud and Anti-Corruption Investigator x1
Job Details
- Job Title: Fraud and Anti-Corruption Investigator
- Post Number: 33/123
- Reference Number: DEDT 16/09/26
- Location: Bloemfontein, Free State
- Salary: R338 106 per annum
- Salary Level: Level 07
- Employment Sector: Public Service
Job Overview
The Fraud and Anti-Corruption Investigator will contribute to the development and implementation of the Department’s fraud detection and anti-corruption strategy. The role involves investigating reported cases of fraud, corruption, theft and financial irregularities, preparing investigation reports and portfolios of evidence, and working with law enforcement agencies where required.
The successful candidate will also assist with financial disclosure investigations, maintain fraud registers and provide advice on appropriate action following investigations.
Key Responsibilities
Fraud and Anti-Corruption Prevention
- Provide input into the development and implementation of the Department’s Fraud Detection and Anti-Corruption Prevention Strategy and Plan.
- Review and evaluate anti-corruption capacity measures within the Department.
- Conduct information sessions on the Department’s fraud and anti-corruption strategy and plan.
- Detect potential fraud and corruption activities and ensure allegations are referred to the appropriate authorities where necessary.
Investigation of Fraud and Corruption Cases
- Investigate reported cases of corruption, fraud and theft.
- Investigate irregularities as well as fruitless and wasteful expenditure.
- Attend to cases received through the Provincial Fraud and Corruption Hotline.
- Recommend and complete disciplinary actions for corruption-related cases in consultation with the Labour Relations Unit or SAPS.
- Work closely with SAPS and other relevant authorities on fraud, corruption and theft cases.
- Refer allegations to appropriate law enforcement or investigative bodies, including the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) or the Hawks, depending on the merits of each case.
Witness and Legal Support
- Ensure that witnesses receive appropriate protection and remain anonymous where required.
- Serve as a chief witness during departmental disciplinary hearings.
- Provide evidence in criminal and civil proceedings where required.
- Compile investigation reports for further action by supervisors or heads of components.
- Prepare investigation reports for internal disciplinary hearings and criminal or civil proceedings.
Reports and Evidence Management
- Compile and submit reports on fraud, corruption, theft and other related investigations.
- Compile reports relating to irregularities and fruitless and wasteful expenditure.
- Maintain and update the fraud register.
- Compile portfolios of evidence covering preliminary and final investigation findings.
- Ensure investigation documentation is properly maintained and available for further proceedings.
Financial Disclosure Investigations
- Advise the Department or Accounting Officer on fraud and corruption outcomes relating to financial disclosures.
- Request information required in accordance with financial disclosure directives.
- Investigate discrepancies identified in financial disclosures.
- Compile and submit reports on financial disclosure investigations and findings.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- An appropriate Degree at NQF Level 7 in:
- Criminology; or
- Police Studies / Police-related qualification.
- 3–4 years of relevant experience in the fraud and anti-corruption field.
- Understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service.
- Knowledge of working procedures relevant to the working environment.
- Knowledge of fraud and anti-corruption policies, strategies and guidelines.
- Computer literacy.
- A valid driver’s licence.
Key Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should have:
- Strong investigative and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of fraud and anti-corruption prevention practices.
- Good report-writing and evidence-management skills.
- An understanding of Public Service legislation and procedures.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
- The ability to work effectively with SAPS and other law enforcement agencies.
- Good computer skills.
- Strong attention to detail and sound judgement.
- The ability to work independently and meet investigation deadlines.
How to Apply
Applications may be hand delivered or submitted via email.
Email Applications
Send your application to:
Applicants must quote Reference Number: DEDT 16/09/26 in the subject line of the email.
The email size limit is 4MB. Applicants are requested to send documents separately if the total file size exceeds the permitted limit.
Hand-Delivered Applications
Applications can be delivered to:
Ground Floor Security Entrance
113 St Andrews Building
St Andrew Street
Bloemfontein
Enquiries
For enquiries regarding the position, contact:
Mr. T. Kotsi
Telephone: 082 379 3545