Job Opportunities at The Special Investigating Unit

Main purpose:

• To develop and implement processes, infrastructure, and information resources to facilitate the creation and utilisation of corporate knowledge, expertise, and information to ensure the preservation of institutional memory.

Minimum qualification and experience:

• B Degree in Library or Information Science (NQF 7). Knowledge Management Certificate. Five years’ experience in knowledge management, of which two years’ is at a supervisory/management level, within the public sector. Experience within the law enforcement would be advantageous.

Key performance areas (Include but not limited to):

•  Market Research. Implementation of centre of excellence and knowledge management platform. Document management support. Departmental planning and implementation.

Technical skills: Written and oral communication. Interpersonal. Analytical. Presentation. Report writing. Research capabilities. Networking. Mentorship and coaching. Planning and organising. Time management.

Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to):

• Sound knowledge of the investigation environment and forensic investigation principles. Sound knowledge of the applicable legislation (e.g. Criminal law, Criminal Procedure Law of Evidence, etc.). In-depth knowledge of case assessment techniques and principles. Advanced MS Office Suite proficiency. Team player. Attention to detail. Deadline driven. Customer focussed. Accuracy. 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.
• All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete the SIU Application form.
• 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 documentations 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.
• POPIA disclaimer: In line with 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 the purposes of processing your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information and all information collected will not be shared with any third parties or be used for the purposes other than for the purpose it was intended.
• The SIU is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.  Preference will be given to persons from designated group in particular Africans, Coloured and people with disabilities in line with the SIU Employment Equity Plan.
• The salary offered will be in line with SIU approved salary scales, which may change subject to relevant approvals and annual increases.

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Main purpose:

•  To coordinate the budgeting process, prepare and monitor the actual vs budget on a provincial level. Coordinate the compilation of the Estimates of National Expenditure monthly and quarterly reporting to Treasury and Department of Justice. Input into the analysis of financial information to allow organisation to make well-informed decisions to ensure financial sustainability, in accordance with PFMA principles (Efficiency, Effectiveness, and Economic Use of Resources).

Minimum qualification and experience:

• B Degree in Management Accounting or Financial Accounting (NQF 7).  Five years’ experience in management accounting or financial management, of which two years’ is at a supervisory/management level.

Key performance areas (Include but not limited to):

• Budget Process Management. Monthly Management Accounts. Statutory Monthly and Quarterly Financial Reporting. Financial Analysis, Provincial Financial Oversight and Support to Central Programme Management Office. Internal Financial Controls and Staff Management.

Technical skills:

• Analytical. Communication. Report writing. Time Management. Interpersonal. Planning and organising. Coaching and mentoring.
• Required knowledge (include but not limited to): Sound knowledge of financial legislation and regulations governing the public sector (i.e. PFMA, Treasury Regulations). Sound knowledge of IFRS and GRAP statements. Sound knowledge of Activity Based Costing and other costing methodologies. Sound knowledge of accounting systems. 

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 documentations 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 means 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 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 the purposes of processing your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information and all information collected will not be shared with any third parties or be used for the purposes other than for the purpose it was intended.
• The SIU is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.  Preference will be given to persons from designated group in particular Africans and people with disabilities in line with the SIU Employment Equity Plan.
• 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.

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Main purpose:

• To provide high level administration support to Programme Manager and assist with co-ordination and management of investigation programmes/project.

Minimum qualification and experience:

• Matricor equivalent (NQF 4). Two to Three years’ administration experience within a Forensic Investigation environment.

Key performance areas (Include but not limited to):

•  Administrative support to Provincial Investigations.

Technical skills:

• Administration. Coordination. Communication. Interpersonal. Time management. Minute taking.

Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to):

• Intermediate MS Office Suite Proficiency. Team player. Attention to detail. Accuracy. Follow through. Deadline driven. Customer focused. Work under pressure.

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 documentations 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 means 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 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 the purposes of processing your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information and all information collected will not be shared with any third parties or be used for the purposes other than for the purpose it was intended.
• The SIU is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.  Preference will be given to persons from designated group in particular Africans and people with disabilities in line with the SIU Employment Equity Plan.
• 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.

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Main purpose:

• To provide a professional meet and greet service to visitors to the SIU Head Office and to answer the telephone and direct calls accordingly.  To provide administrative support with deliveries, mail, physical access control, boardroom booking and ad hoc administrative services.

Minimum qualification and experience:

• National Diploma or Higher Certificate in Secretarial Studies or Office Administration or equivalent (NQF 5/6). 2 – 3 years’ secretarial experience for senior management levelled position.

Key performance areas (Include but not limited to):

• Provide secretarial support. Administration Support.

Technical skills:

• Time management. Administration. Communication. Interpersonal. Minutes taking. Planning and Organising. Telephone etiquette

Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to):

• Basic MS Office Suite proficiency. Attention to detail. Accuracy. Customer focused. Professional. Reliable.

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.
• All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete the SIU Application form.
• 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 documentations 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.
• POPIA disclaimer: In line with 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 the purposes of processing your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information and all information collected will not be shared with any third parties or be used for the purposes other than for the purpose it was intended.
• The SIU is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.  Preference will be given to persons from designated group in particular Africans, Coloured and people with disabilities in line with the SIU Employment Equity Plan.
• The salary offered will be in line with SIU approved salary scales, which may change subject to relevant approvals and annual increases.

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Main purpose:

• To provide travel bookings/management services and all administrative functions relating to travel bookings/management for the Special Investigating Unit’s Head Office and all the Provincial Offices.

Minimum qualification and experience:

• Diploma or Certificate in Travel Management and Tourism, Supply Chain Management, Financial Management, Public Administration or equivalent (NQF 5/6). Two – Three years Experience in Travel Management/Bookings.

Key performance areas (Include but not limited to):  

• Travel Bookings/Management. Administration relating to Travel Bookings. Preparation of Travel Authorization documentation for travel requests. Liaising with travel agents and concluding reservations as per travel authorizations. Timeous submission of subsistence allowances for traveling members.  Accurate recording / capturing of information on the unit’s accounting system.  Filing of all travel documentation.

Technical skills:

• Negotiating. Analysis. Administration. Good Communication. Interpersonal. Report writing. Planning and organising. Time management. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Maybe required to work longer hours and to be available.

Required knowledge and Behavioral (include but not limited to)

•  Knowledge of the PFMA, Preferential Procurement Framework Act (PPFA), BBBEE Act and related SCM legislation. Knowledge of Supply Chain Management policies, practices, processes and systems. Immediate MS Office proficiency. Team player. Attention to detail. Accuracy. Deadline driven. Ethical. Customer focused. Self-starter. Requires Minimum supervision. Dedication. 

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.
• All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete the SIU Application form.
• 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 documentations 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.
• POPIA disclaimer: In line with 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 the purposes of processing your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information and all information collected will not be shared with any third parties or be used for the purposes other than for the purpose it was intended.
• The SIU is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.  Preference will be given to persons from designated group in particular Africans, Coloured and people with disabilities in line with the SIU Employment Equity Plan.
• The salary offered will be in line with SIU approved salary scales, which may change subject to relevant approvals and annual increases.
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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.

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.
• All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete the SIU Application form.
• 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 documentations 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.
• POPIA disclaimer: In line with 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 the purposes of processing your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information and all information collected will not be shared with any third parties or be used for the purposes other than for the purpose it was intended.
• The SIU is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.  Preference will be given to persons from designated group in particular Africans, Coloured and people with disabilities in line with the SIU Employment Equity Plan.
• The salary offered will be in line with SIU approved salary scales, which may change subject to relevant approvals and annual increases.

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Main purpose:

• To develop and modify source code for software applications. To create and test applications designed and developed for use within SIU, applying knowledge of the system development lifecycle in developing new applications. Manage the applications lifecycle by applying knowledge of coding principles in developing applications. To collaborate with other Business Units and ICT team members in planning for, designing, developing and deploying applications.

Minimum qualification and experience:

• Three years’ ICT Degree or equivalent NQF level qualification. Five years’ experience in ICT with three years in designing and application development.

Key performance areas (Include but not limited to):

• Understanding client requirement and how they translate to new application features. Design and create prototypes according to specifications. Writing high-quality code to program compete applications on schedule. Perform unit and integrated testing before launch. Conduct functional and non-functional testing. Troubleshoot and debug applications. Evaluate existing applications to reprogram, update and add new features. Develop technical documents and handbooks to accurately represent application design and code.

Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to):

• Knowledge in designing and developing applications. Working knowledge of programming languages such as Java, C#, .Net, Python etc. Excellent understanding of software design and programming principles. Good analytical thinking and problem solving skills. A team player with excellent communication skills. Good attention to detail and time-management skills. Creative and good analytical skills.

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.
• All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete the SIU Application form.
• 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 documentations 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.
• POPIA disclaimer: In line with 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 the purposes of processing your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information and all information collected will not be shared with any third parties or be used for the purposes other than for the purpose it was intended.
• The SIU is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.  Preference will be given to persons from designated group in particular Africans, Coloured and people with disabilities in line with the SIU Employment Equity Plan.
• The salary offered will be in line with SIU approved salary scales, which may change subject to relevant approvals and annual increases.

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Main purpose: 

• To provide an oversight and advisory services to the Accounting Authority on Enterprise Risk Governance.

Minimum qualification and experience:

• A minimum of an NQF Level 8 qualification in Risk Management, Internal/External Audit, Law, Accounting, Compliance, Corporate Governance or equivalent.
• A minimum of five years senior/executive management experience in Risk Management, Internal/External Audit, Law, Accounting, Compliance and Corporate Governance.
• A minimum of certification with CGISA, IODSA, IRMSA, Attorneys’ or Advocates’ Admission will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of three years’ experience of serving in corporate governance committees will be an added advantage.

Key performance areas (Include but not limited to): 

• Ensure compliance with the approved SIU Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Policy Framework and Standards;
• Governance of emerging risk and delegate risk management responsibility and authority to relevant individuals or sub-committees;
• Review the adequacy and overall effectiveness of the SIU risk management and its implementation by management, and ensure risk is appropriately considered in decision making throughout the SIU ;
• Determine the structures and systems to be used by SIU to prudently manage risks.
• Provide governance oversight over Fraud and Ethics matters

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.
• Fraudulent qualifications or documentations 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.
• POPIA disclaimer: In line with 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 the purposes of processing your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information and all information collected will not be shared with any third parties or be used for the purposes other than for the purpose it was intended.
• The remuneration will be paid according to eligibility to receive the remuneration within the applicable legal framework and the approved rates from National Treasury Regulations and/or Auditor General ratings

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Main purpose:

• To provide an oversight and advisory services to the Accounting Authority on Audit and Corporate Governance matters.

Minimum qualification and experience:

• A minimum of an NQF Level 8 qualification in Internal/External Audit, Law, Accounting, Compliance, Corporate Governance or equivalent.
• A minimum of five years senior/executive management experience in, Internal/External Audit, Risk Management, Law, Accounting, Compliance and Corporate Governance.
• A minimum of certification with CGISA, IODSA, SAICA, IIA, Attorneys’ or Advocates’ Admission will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of three years’ experience of serving in corporate governance committees will be an added advantage.

Key performance areas (Include but not limited to): 

Provide an oversight and advisory services to the Accounting Authority on Audit and Corporate Governance matters, including but not limited to:

• Internal Controls
• Risk management
• Corporate Governance
• Compliance
•  Organisational Performance and Performance Information; Financial Information,
• Accounting & Auditing Policies and Financial Controls as well as the external Audit Strategy and Audit Process. 
   

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.
• Fraudulent qualifications or documentations 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.
• POPIA disclaimer: In line with 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 the purposes of processing your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information and all information collected will not be shared with any third parties or be used for the purposes other than for the purpose it was intended.
• The remuneration will be paid according to eligibility to receive the remuneration within the applicable legal framework and the approved rates from National Treasury Regulations and/or Auditor General ratings