| Government Entity | City Council of Johannesburg |
|---|---|
| Location | Gauteng, Johannesburg |
| Reference Number | 015_2026_Various-Positions_GFIS_EXTERNAL-2 |
| Salary | R55 579,29 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) |
| Centre / Location | East Wing, 48 Ameshoff Street, Braamfontein |
| Closing Date | February 16, 2026 |
| Source and Application | joburg.org.za |
Department: Group Forensic and Investigation Services (GFIS)
Branch: Operations
Primary Function: Responsible for the prevention, detection, investigation and resolution of all reported cases related to Theft of City Assets and other related cases within the City.
Leading Competencies:
- Forensic investigation skills
- Handle forensic assignments on his/her own and should effectively lead and direct investigations.
- Ability to analyse, interpret and apply legislation and policies, etc.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
- Good knowledge of corporate governance requirements (King IV and MFMA), forensic investigation practice and general business and management principles and processes.
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent Computer literacy
- Analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Strong desire to learn and willingness to share knowledge.
- Interact effectively with both management and clients.
- Ability to work with diverse groups.
- Ability to engage with difficult clients.
- Ability to motivate and inspire other colleagues.
- Knowledge of virtual computer environments.
- Conduct in-depth Interviews.
- Ability to chair and facilitate meetings.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-confidence and ability to interact at all levels.
- Project management skills.
- Presentation, facilitation and negotiation skills. Core Competencies:
- Knowledge of Government legislation, policies and procedures applicable to all spheres of Government
- Expertise in complaint handling processes and ethical and professional practice standards, with the ability to operate effectively in a high-volume, sensitive and complex work environment.
- Excellent interpersonal, liaison and communication skills, including the capacity and ability to negotiate or communicate on behalf of the senior internal and external stakeholders. VACANCY C IRCULAR Publication Date: This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City Tuesday, 03 February 2026 015/2026 of Johannesburg and External Candidates
Requirements
Matric / Grade 12 plus a relevant 3-year tertiary (NQF level 7) qualification in either Finance / Accounting / Audit / Legal / Forensic Investigations / Information Technology; 8 years’ experience within a forensic investigation environment; investigation of theft, financial misconduct, forensic accounting and/or maladministration related cases, of which 2 years should be at managerial/supervisory level within public service and private sector; Proven success at operating and supervisory levels, including the management of experienced and professionally qualified staff; Knowledge of corporate forensic investigation (auditing, accounting, finance and investigation) processes, controls and the identification of systemic weaknesses; Communication, presentation and reporting effectively; Understanding the implications of policies, relevant procedures and regulations; Quality assurance and human resource procedures and regulations.
Duties
Ensure that planning, executing and reporting investigations, as well as ensuring that allocated cases conform to the forensic investigation methodology, and any other standards set by Group Forensic and Investigation Services Investigate Theft of City Assets and other related alleged transgressions in compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Report the outcome of the investigation to provide decision makers with the facts needed to determine a course of action, and to also use the findings and recommendations are communicated timely manner for effective consequence management. To ensure that the forensic investigations register is accurate and complete, and that the status of investigation is updated timely manner in the Investigation case management system (iCAM). Information management, recordkeeping, and safeguarding of evidence of the investigated cases. VACANCY C IRCULAR Publication Date: This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City Tuesday, 03 February 2026 015/2026 of Johannesburg and External Candidates
Source / Circular Reference
joburg.org.za