FORENSIC CONSULTANT: PROACTIVE FORENSIC

Job Overview

The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government, is hiring a Forensic Consultant: Proactive Forensic on a salary level 09 (R487 197 - R573 897 per annum). Responsibilities include developing fraud detection and prevention processes, supporting anti-corruption strategies, conducting data analytics for fraud identification, and facilitating fraud risk assessments. Requirements include a 3-year B-Degree, 3 years of experience, a valid driver's licence, and competencies in fraud risk management, data analysis, and project management. Candidates must undergo pre-entry assessments and vetting.

Requirements & Qualifications

• An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification)
• A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience
• A valid driving licence (Code B or higher, noting provisions for people with disabilities)
• Knowledge of legislation and regulations applicable to National, Provincial and Local government
• Knowledge of policies and procedures relating to Provincial and Local government
• Knowledge of fraud risk management strategies and fraud risk assessment techniques
• Ability to write scripts for queries to identify and detect possible incidents of fraud in data
• Ability to collect, analyse, and visualize large datasets
• Strong data analysis, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Project management skills

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and develop processes aimed at improving strategies for fraud detection and prevention
• Contribute to the development, maintenance, and implementation of the Western Cape Government Anti-Corruption Strategy and Whistle blowing Policy
• Support the managers: Proactive Forensics with the development and maintenance of departmental fraud prevention and implementation plans for thirteen provincial departments
• Monitor progress with the implementation of agreed projects as per fraud prevention and implementation plans
• Contribute towards development of fraud and corruption awareness training content, conduct training awareness sessions, and participate in other awareness initiatives
• Identify business areas where data analytics projects could be conducted and assist in conducting these projects
• Facilitate departmental fraud risk assessments in line with approved methodology and monitor action plans

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