Principal Forensic Investigator

Main Purpose: 

To deliver on projects through the provision of quality forensic investigation 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. To manage and provide coaching and mentoring to subordinates to transfer skills and specialized knowledge.

 

Key Responsibilities: 

·         Participate in Remedial Action Proceedings

·         Forensic Investigation Area Compliance

·         Development of the Forensic Investigation Area

·         Staff Management

·         Stakeholder Management and Business Development

 

Minimum qualification and experience:  

·         LLB or B Honours in Accounting or Forensic Accounting or equivalent (NQF 8)

·         Membership with a professional body 

·         Six to eight years of experience in forensic investigations, four years at a management level

·         Experience in public sector investigations

·         Thorough understanding of the laws, rules, and legal precedents pertaining to evidence, searching of premises and the technical aspects of conducting interviews

·         In-depth knowledge of the investigation environment and forensic investigation principles

·         In-depth knowledge of the applicable legislation (e.g. Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure Law of Evidence, etc.)

·         In-depth knowledge of investigation techniques

·         Ability to testify as an expert witness

·         In-depth knowledge of public sector legal environment (PFMA, MFMA, Treasury Regulations and other relevant Treasury Directives)

 

Technical Skills: 

·         Leadership

·         Problem-Solving

·         Analytical

·         Communication

·         Coaching and mentoring

·         Facilitation

·         Negotiation

·         Risk Management

·         Inquisitiveness

·         Teamwork

·         Attention to detail

·         Accuracy

·         Deadline-driven

·         Customer-focused

·         Work under pressure

·         Result-oriented

·         Strategic thinker

 

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.

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