Forensic Investigations Specialist at PRASA

POSITION MISSION

• To provide specialist forensic investigation services.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in law, Forensic Investigation, Accounting, Criminology, or a related field.
• Certified Fraud Examination (CFE) or related Certification
• Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• Post Graduate Qualification in Criminal Justice/Law/Computer/Digital Forensics or related qualification
• Admitted Attorney or Advocate in South Africa will be a strong advantage.
• Demonstrated knowledge of South African law related to fraud, corruption, and white-collar crime.
• Proficiency in MS Office and forensic software tools.

EXPERIENCE

• 8 years Auditing/Forensic Investigation experience

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (KPAs)

• Provide input and insights during the development and review of the Forensic Investigation Methodology, Fraud Prevention Plan, Fraud Committee Charter etc.
• Plan, manage, and execute complex forensic investigations in line with best practice and relevant legislation (e.g. PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act).
• Collect, analyse, and present evidence in a manner admissible in disciplinary, civil, or criminal proceedings.
• Prepare detailed investigation reports, including findings, recommendations, and maintain supporting evidence.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders (Legal, Risk, Compliance, HCM) and external parties (law enforcement, regulators, prosecutors etc).
• Provide guidance on fraud prevention, detection, and ethics awareness across the organisation.
• Testify in disciplinary hearings, commissions, or court proceedings as an expert witness when required.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and integrity throughout the investigation process.

TRAINING & KNOWLEDGE 

• Treasury Prescripts
• Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
• Reporting guide of the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act (PRECCA)
• King IV code
• Data analytics
• Investigation Methodologies

Added Advantage

• Criminal Law