| Government Entity | Public Protector South Africa |
|---|---|
| Location | Mahikeng, North West |
| Centre / Location | North West, Reference: PPSA 03/11/2025 All- inclusive package: R1, 101 468.00 Mafikeng Provincial Office per annum for not legally qualified candidates and R1, 138 698.00 per annum for legally qualified candidates CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE ROLE OVERVIEW COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE Reporting to the Provincial Representative, the Senior Investigator • Good understanding of the principles of governance and will be responsible for conducting complex investigations in state administration in the public sector. affairs relating to maladministration, abuse or unjustifiable exercise • Good understanding and knowledge of public procurement Law. of power or other improper conduct in the province. • Knowledge and application of Case Management System (CMS) or other computer management system. • Interpretation of legal prescripts. REQUIREMENTS • Ability to produce quality reports. • A degree or equivalent qualification in any of the following fields • Knowledge and understanding of financial management system Law i.e.LLB or B Proc/Auditing/ Accounting/ Forensic Investigations/ (forensic audit). Criminology/Policing • Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in conducting investigations, • Knowledge of auditing or investigation techniques. including of which 3 years must include supervisory. • Interviewing skills. • Good report writing skills • Knowledge of good governance. • Good understanding of legislative prescripts that give mandate to • High level of negotiation skills. Public Protector SA • Research skills. • Good understanding and experience in the application of Microsoft • Case Management. Office applications • Experience in the Public Service Administration ATTRIBUTES • Proven experience in the application of Case Management System (CMS) or other case management related system • Respect • Transparency and • Accountability • Courtesy • Team player • Experience in financial management system (forensic audit) • Integrity • A valid driver’s license • Fluency in English and other official language relevant to the Province/Region. |
| Closing Date | September 18, 2026 |
| Source and Application | pprotect.org |
Duties
INVESTIGATIONS FORENSIC INVESTIGATIONS ADHERENCE TO LEGAL AND ETHICAL STANDARDS Conduct investigations on complaints relating to: Conduct forensic Investigations on matters Ensure all procedures comply with legal protocols. Maladministration in state organs and parastatals, referred to the Public Protector South Africa. Abuse or unjustifiable exercise of power or other Maintain objectivity, confidentiality, and professional improper conduct or undue delay by persons Conduct financial audits, forensic analysis and ethics throughout the investigation. performing a public function, and any act or omission data analysis. by persons in the employ of government which may HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT result in improper prejudice to any person. ASSETS MANAGEMENT Supervise Investigators and Junior Investigators. Manage assets and equipment allocated to the Participate and conduct investigations on systemic Unit. Ensure compliance with Human Resources administrative deficiencies or interventions relating Management policies and procedures. to service delivery and incidents of maladministration PRODUCE INVESTIGATION REPORTS and corruption. Write detailed investigative reports summarizing Perform any other duties allocated by the Provincial findings. Representative. Maintain accurate logs and records for each step of the investigation.
Source / Circular Reference
pprotect.org