Chief Forensic Lawyer at The Special Investigating Unit

Main purpose: To deliver on projects through the provision of quality forensic legal services 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: B. Proc or equivalent (NQF 7). Admitted as an Attorney / Advocate. Five years’ Forensic Lawyer experience, of which two years is at supervisory/management level. Experience in Public Sector Investigations.

Key performance areas (Include but not limited to): Lead Forensic Legal Investigation Participation on National, Provincial and Strategic Projects. Conduct Forensic Legal Investigations on More Complex National, Provincial and Strategic Projects. Participation in Remedial Action Proceedings. Forensic Legal Area Compliance. Guidance and Mentorship to Forensic Lawyers.

Technical skills: Problem solving. Analytical. Communication. The ability to testify as an expert witness. Coaching and mentoring. Facilitation. Negotiation. Risk management.

Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to): Thorough knowledge of the laws, rules, and legal precedents pertaining to evidence, searching of premises, and the technical aspects of conducting interviews. Sound knowledge of the investigation environment and forensic legal principles. Sound knowledge of the applicable legislation (e.g. Criminal law, Criminal Procedure Law of Evidence, etc.). Sound knowledge of investigation techniques. Sound knowledge of public sector legal environment (PFMA, MFMA, Treasury Regulations and other relevant Treasury Directives). Knowledge of corporate governance and ethics. Knowledge of IT environment as well as financial systems and processes. Knowledge of project management principles.