CHIEF DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL FORENSIC AUDITS

Job Overview

A position for a Chief Director: Provincial Forensic Audits is available in Johannesburg. The role requires an NQF Level 7 qualification in Law, Accounting, Finance, or Forensic Auditing, alongside an NQF Level 8 advantage. Candidates must have 5 years at a senior managerial level and 7+ years in forensic investigations or law enforcement specialising in commercial crimes. Responsibilities include managing fraud prevention, overseeing forensic investigations, implementing anti-corruption strategies, administering hotlines, and managing human and financial resources.

Requirements & Qualifications

• An NQF Level 7 qualification in the disciplines of Law (BA Law; B juris, BCom Law; BProc LLB) or Accounting, Finance, Forensic Auditing.
• An NQF Level 8 qualification in a related field will be an added advantage.
• 5 years of experience at a senior managerial level.
• Seven (7) or more years of experience in Forensic investigations or law enforcement specialising in commercial crimes.
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) qualification will be an added advantage.
• Good problem-solving, decision-making skills, computer literacy, communication skills, report writing skills, good inter-personal relations skills, planning, organising, analytical skills and project planning skills.
• Proven ability to operationalise and ensure compliance with legislation and policy development.
• Demonstrable experience in forensic investigations and reporting.
• Knowledge and understanding of government priorities and Outcomes Based Approach.
• Strategic leadership, change management and project management skills.
• Compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and financial regulatory frameworks.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide effective management and oversight into the implementation of fraud prevention in GPG departments.
• Manage and oversee the implementation of all forensic investigations and Provincial forensic investigation procurement in GPG departments and entities.
• Review, manage, and provide oversight on the implementation of the Provincial Forensic Investigation Methodology and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Manage, review and maintain the Anti-Corruption strategy for all GPG departments.
• Provide leadership on the administration of NACH (National Anti-Corruption Hotlines) for all GPG departments.
• Develop written protocols and guidelines on forensic investigation methodology and ensure adherence.
• Review investigation reports and related documentation to ensure standards are met.
• Ensure lessons learned from investigations are incorporated into GPG policies and procedures.
• Support Public Service Commission (PSC) in developing and maintaining mechanisms for reporting potential fraud and corruption.
• Manage and provide comprehensive ICT analytical abilities in GPG database.
• Supervise and monitor the work of investigative teams and contracted specialists.
• Provide reports periodically to oversight bodies such as the Audit Committee.
• Build relationships with law enforcement bodies and ensure proper reporting of violations.
• Manage the human and financial resources of the Chief Directorate.