PUBLIC PROTECTOR VACANCIES

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RECEPTIONIST
 
Reference: PPSA 03/09/2022
Location: Kwa-Zulu Natal, Durban
Remuneration: R176, 310.00 per annum plus benefits
 
Requirements: A 3 year National Diploma in Public Administration/Public Management/ Business Management/Office Management/Management Assistant/Secretarial Services or any 3 year administration related qualification • A minimum of 1 year relevant experience in Office Administration and Customer Care environment • Previous proven experience as Receptionist or Switchboard Operator would be advantageous • Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential.
 
Competencies and Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication (both written and oral) skills, demonstrating outstanding ability to correspond with colleagues, internal and external customers • Reliable and hardworking • Accuracy. Ethical conduct • Attention to detail • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality • Professionalism • Good customer service skills • Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Computer literacy (Ms Word, email, internet) • Ability to operate a switchboard • Good telephone etiquettes • Customer orientation • High level of professionalism.
 
Key responsibilities and duties: Handling of receptionist duties i.e. professionally handling of front office queries • Welcome visitors, guests and clients • Respond to relevant personal, telephone, email and written enquiries and requests • Ensuring front office is clean • Answering all incoming calls • Handling incoming and outgoing calls • Accurately record messages and distribute to relevant personnel and Business Units • Compile and update internal/ external telephone directory • Supply basic information to clients about the functions of the office • Records management, receiving of documents at front office and distributing to relevant staff.
 
Enquiries: Ms S Zulu, at tel: (031) 307 5250/5300
 
 
Note: All appointments will be done in terms of the Public Protector Act and a 12 month probation period which may be extended to 18 months will be applicable.
The successful candidates will be expected to sign the secrecy declaration form and a performance agreement within 2 months of accepting the position.
All successful candidates will have to undergo security clearance and vetting.
The Public Protector South Africa reserves the right not to fill the vacancies.
Applications must be accompanied by a covering letter with a detailed CV, 3 contactable references, recently certified (within 6 months) copies of qualifications (matric certificates, certificates of qualifications), a valid Driver’s License(where required) and ID document.
Applications not complying with the above will be disqualified.
Correspondences will be limited to the short-listed candidates. Should you not be contacted within 2 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.
 
The Public Protector South Africa is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to the achievement and maintenance of representivity (race, gender and disability).
 
Preference will be given to the candidates whose appointment or promotion meets the requirements for Employment Equity representivity in the Institution and who resides in the province the position is in.
 
Please direct your application, stating the relevant reference number as follows:
For the attention of Ms S Zulu by email to ApplicationsKZN@pprotect.org
 
Please also quote the position and reference number on the email subject line when applying.
 
CLOSING DATE: 30 September 2022 AT 16:30
 
0800 11 20 40 / 012 366 7000 www.pprotect.org @Publicprotector Public Protector South Africa
 
 

SENIOR INVESTIGATOR
Reference: PPSA 01/09/2022
Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg
All-inclusive salary package: R912, 501.00 per annum
 
Requirements: A degree or National Diploma in any of the following fields: Law/Auditing/Accounting/Forensic Investigations • A minimum of five years’ investigation experience or in a related field such as Auditing • 3 years supervisory experience • Good understanding of legislative prescripts that give mandate to Public Protector SA • Proven experience in drafting or producing Investigation reports • Training on and good understanding and experience in the application of Microsoft Office applications • Understanding of South African Public Services Administration • Good understanding of the principles of governance and administration in the public sector, Good understanding and knowledge of public procurement law • Knowledge and application of Case Management System (CMS) or other Computer Management system • Knowledge and understanding of financial management system (forensic audit) • Knowledge of auditing or investigation techniques • A valid driver’s license • Fluency in English and other official language relevant to the Province/Region.
 
Experience: Investigations including Forensic Investigations • Report writing.
 
Skills: Interviewing skills • Knowledge of good governance • High level of negotiation skills • Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) • Research skills • Case Management • Proven Advanced report writing skills.
 
Competencies: Interpretation of legal prescripts, produce high quality reports
 
Key responsibilities and duties: Conduct investigations on complaints relating to: Maladministration in state organs and parastatals, Abuse or unjustifiable exercise of power or other improper conduct or undue delay by persons performing a public function, and any act or omission by persons in the employ of government which may result in improper prejudice to any person • Apply ADR mechanisms • Participate in resolving all systemic administrative deficiencies or interventions relating to service delivery and incidents of maladministration and corruption • Must have strong ability to initiate hearings, gather information and facts • Monitor and evaluate the work of investigators • Must be able to deal with complaints, resolve, rectify, make presentations and generally act without fear, favour or prejudice • Supervise staff
 
Enquiries: Ms L Mthembu, at tel: (011) 492 2807
 
 
Note: All appointments will be done in terms of the Public Protector Act and a 12 month probation period which may be extended to 18 months will be applicable.
The successful candidates will be expected to sign the secrecy declaration form and a performance agreement within 2 months of accepting the position.
 
All successful candidates will have to undergo security clearance and vetting.
 
The Public Protector South Africa reserves the right not to fill the vacancies.
Applications must be accompanied by a covering letter with a detailed CV, 3 contactable references, recently certified (within 6 months) copies of qualifications (matriccertificates, certificates of qualifications), a valid Driver’s License(where required) and ID document.
Applications not complying with the above will be disqualified.
Correspondences will be limited to the short-listed candidates. Should you not be contacted within 2 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.
The Public Protector South Africa is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to the achievement and maintenance of representivity (race,gender and disability).
Preference will be given to the candidates whose appointment or promotion meets the requirements for Employment Equity representivity in the Institution.
 
Please direct your application, stating the relevant reference number as follows:
For the attention of Ms L Mthembu by email to ApplicationsGP@pprotect.org
Please also quote the position and reference number on the email subject line when applying.
 
CLOSING DATE: 30 September 2022 AT 16:30
 
0800 11 20 40 / 012 366 7000 www.pprotect.org @Publicprotector Public Protector South Africa

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INVESTIGATOR: INVESTIGATIONS BRANCH
Reference: PPSA 02/09/2022
Location: Head Office, Pretoria
All-inclusive salary package: R 414, 390.00 per annum
 
Requirements: A degree or National Diploma in any of the following fields: Law/Auditing/Accounting/Forensic Investigations/Policing • Minimum three(3) years Investigation experience or experience in a related field such as Auditing and Compliance • Good understanding of legislative prescripts that give mandate to Public Protector SA • Computer literacy • Understanding of South African Public Service Administration • Knowledge and application of Case Management System (CMS) or other computer management system • Knowledge of auditing or investigation techniques • A valid driver’s license • Fluency in English and other official language relevant to the Province/Region.
 
Competencies, Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of Good Governance • Excellent negotiation, mediation and conciliation skills (Alternative Dispute Resolution) • Legal research skills • Legal interpretation • Knowledge of Case Management or similar computerised management system • Report writing skills • Project Management skills • Forensic investigation skills will be an advantage • Effective general management and administration skills in addition to above • Ability to timeously resolve queries and finalise investigations, and make recommendations to effectively address maladministration and correct service delivery failure • Legal research and interpretation • Production of high reports • must have strong ability to initiate hearings, gather information and facts, • The position requires individuals who are objective, impartial and initiative • Must be able to deal with complaints, resolve, rectify, make presentations and generally act without fear, favour or prejudice.
 
Key responsibilities and duties: Conduct Investigations or complaints relating to maladministration in state organs and parastatals, abuse or unjustifiable exercise of power or other improper conduct or undue delay by persons performing a public function, and any act or omission by persons in the employ government which may result in improper prejudice to any person • Give complainants feedback on progress made. Investigate and finalize allocated cases within the stipulated turnaround times. Apply ADR mechanisms • Monitor Implementation of the remedial action of the Public Protector • Submit prescribed accurate and complete monthly and quarterly statistical reports to the supervisor • submit closing reports/letters to the supervisor within timelines set in the investigation plan.
 
Enquiries: Ms M Molokomme, at tel: (012) 366 7144
 
 
Note: All appointments will be done in terms of the Public Protector Act and a 12 month probation period which may be extended to 18 months will be applicable.
The successful candidates will be expected to sign the secrecy declaration form and a performance agreement within 2 months of accepting the position.
 
All successful candidates will have to undergo security clearance and vetting.
 
The Public Protector South Africa reserves the right not to fill the vacancies.
Applications must be accompanied by a covering letter with a detailed CV, 3 contactable references, recently certified (within 6 months) copies of qualifications (matric certificates, certificates of qualifications), a valid Driver’s License(where required) and ID document.
Applications not complying with the above will be disqualified.
Correspondences will be limited to the short-listed candidates. Should you not be contacted within 2 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.
The Public Protector South Africa is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to the achievement and maintenance of representivity (race, gender and disability).
Preference will be given to the candidates whose appointment or promotion meets the requirements for Employment Equity representivity in the Institution.
 
People with Disabilities will be given preference.
 
Please direct your application, stating the relevant reference number as follows:
For the attention of Ms M Molokomme by email to Applications@pprotect.org
 
Please also quote the position and reference number on the email subject line when applying.
 
CLOSING DATE: 30 September 2022 AT 16:30
 
0800 11 20 40 / 012 366 7000 www.pprotect.org @Publicprotector Public Protector South Africa

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
Reference: PPSA 01/06/2022
Location: Head Office: Pretoria
All –inclusive salary package range: R1, 269 951.00 - R1, 518 396.00 per annum
 
Requirements: A postgraduate qualification in Financial Management or be a qualified Chartered Accountant, coupled with 10 years’ relevant experience of which five (5) years should have been at Senior Management level • A valid driver’s license • Knowledge of Payroll Management would be an added advantage.
 
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Experience in, and knowledge of Financial Management at a strategic level – preferably in a service – orientated organisation • In-depth knowledge of functional Financial Management, Budgeting and Corporate Governance • Exposure to auditing processes • Knowledge of the PFMA and Treasury Regulations, Project Management and Change Management is essential • Knowledge of the Public Service and Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP) • Computer literacy, specifically Ms Excel • Good understanding of the Public Protector’s mandate • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) • Report writing skills • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines • Excellent interpersonal skills • Willingness to work long hours • Management ability • Ethical conduct • Ability to liaise with staff at all levels within an orgnaisation • Accuracy • Service delivery orientated • Networking skills • Policy formulation • Excellent presentation and facilitation skills • Excellent negotiation and persuasion skills.
 
Duties and responsibilities: Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful candidate will be required to perform the following core functions: Ensure compliance with internal policies: GRAP, prescribed legislation in terms of PFMA, PPPFA, Treasury Regulations and National Treasury Practice Notes • Develop, implement and monitor compliance to Financial Management and procurement controls • Advise and guide Management on Annual Budget and financial issues • Advise the Accounting Officer on strategic financial and Corporate Governance issues • Guide the institution’s budgeting process in line with the requirements of National Treasury: Submission MTEF, AENE and ENE. • Manage the Finance and Supply Chain Management Units • Develop, implement and maintain appropriate systems and policies • Oversee and guide procurement process of the PPSA • Oversee management of the audit process (Internal and External audits) • Ensure effective, efficient and economic management of financial resources and asset register for the office • Manage relationships with all stakeholders including internal and external auditors • Effectively manage all donor funds received by the office • Ensure effective risk and internal control measures within Financial Management • Oversee implementation of the Business Unit’s Annual Performance Plan • Providing effective leadership, mentorship and management of staff within the Finance Business Unit.
 
Enquiries: Mr T Khunou, at tel: (012) 366 7031
 
 
N: B: All those who previously applied, need not to re-apply as their applications will still be considered.
 
Note: All appointments will be done in terms of the Public Protector Act and a 12 month probation period which may be extended to 18 months will be applicable.
The successful candidates will be expected to sign the secrecy declaration form and a performance agreement within 2 months of accepting the position.
 
All successful candidates will have to undergo security clearance and vetting.
 
The Public Protector South Africa reserves the right not to fill the vacancies.
Applications must be accompanied by a covering letter with a detailed CV, 3 contactable references, recently certified (within 6 months) copies of qualifications (matric certificates, certificates of qualifications), a valid Driver’s License(where required) and ID document.
Applications not complying with the above will be disqualified.
Correspondences will be limited to the short-listed candidates. Should you not be contacted within 2 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.
The Public Protector South Africa is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to the achievement and maintenance of representivity (race, gender and disability).
Preference will be given to the candidates whose appointment or promotion meets the requirements for Employment Equity representivity in the Institution.
 
Please direct your application, stating the relevant reference number as follows:
For the attention of Mr T Khunou by email to Applications@pprotect.org
Please quote the position and reference number on the email subject line when applying.
 
CLOSING DATE: 30 September 2022 AT 16:30
 
0800 11 20 40 / 012 366 7000 www.pprotect.org @Publicprotector Public Protector South Africa

INDEPENDENT RISK MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON (3 YEARS CONTRACT) RE – ADVERTISEMENT)
Ref: PPSA 03/05/2022
 
Requirements: Compensation will be in accordance with rates as determined by National Treasury. Schedules in this regard are issued annually with specific hourly or daily rates. All other refundable expenses are based on the organisation’s related policies in line with the National Treasury guidelines.
In terms of Section 38 of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act 1 of 1999) (the “PFMA”), the Public Protector South Africa requires the services of a qualified and interested person to serve as the Chairperson of its Risk Management Committee. The incumbent will advise the Accounting Officer on Enterprise-wide Risk Management in fulfilling her mandate as required by the PFMA.
 
Qualifications:
A minimum of a Post-Graduate Degree in Auditing, Risk Management, Public Administration and Management or Business Administration is a requirement. The ideal candidate should have 10 years management experience gained from Strategic Management, Risk Management and/or an Auditing / Financial, Anti-Fraud and Corruption environments, preferably in the public service. Previous experience of serving in the Risk Management Committee and/or Audit Committee will be an added advantage. The ideal candidate must be an independent thinker, with excellent knowledge of the Risk Management, Corporate Governance, Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations, Enterprise Wide Risk Management (EWRM), COSO model and Public Sector Risk Management Framework and must not be an employee of the Public Protector South Africa or employed in the Public Service.
 
Duties: The primary objective of the Risk Management Committee is to assist the Accounting Officer to discharge her duties in respect of risk management with an ultimate aim of achieving the PPSA’s objectives.
 
The following will be some of incumbent’s duties but not limited to:
• Provide oversight on the review and monitoring the implementation of risk management framework, policy, charter and strategy within the PPSA.
• Provide guidance on integration of risk management into planning, monitoring and reporting processes.
• Provide advice on integration of risk management into daily operations of the institution; Provide advice / guidance on setting risk appetite and review risk appetite, tolerance levels, and antifraud measures.
• Lead the Committee in conducting its activities in terms of the Public Sector Risk Management Framework, PFMA, Risk Committee Charter and King IV Report on Corporate Governance.
• Provide accurate and timely reports to the Accounting Officer on the state of risk management, together with aspects requiring improvement accompanied by the Committee’s recommendations to address such issues.
• Perform any other duties of the Risk Management Committee as specified in the Terms of Reference (Committee Charter).
• Measure risk management performance against indicators, which are periodically reviewed for appropriateness.
• Periodically measure progress against, and deviation from, the risk management plan.
• Periodically review whether the risk management framework, policy and plan are still appropriate, given the organisation's external and internal context;
• Report on risk, progress with the risk management plan and how well the risk management policy is being followed and review the effectiveness of the risk management framework.
 
Term of Appointment:
Appointment will be made for a period of 3 years. This is not a full-time appointment. Risk management Committee has four statutory meetings per annum and additional meetings may be convened by the chairperson as deemed necessary by the Committee with the concurrence of the Accounting Officer.
 
Enquiries: Mr T Khunou, at tel: (012) 366 7031
 
N: B: All those who previously applied, need not to re-apply as their applications will still be considered.
 
Note: Applications must be accompanied by a covering letter with a detailed CV and 3 references (including certified copies of qualifications and ID document). The Public Protector South Africa is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to the achievement and maintenance of representivity (race, gender and disability
 
Please direct your application, stating the relevant reference number as follows:
For the attention of Mr T Khunou by email to Applications@pprotect.org. 
Please also quote the position and reference number on the email subject line when applying.
 
CLOSING DATE: 30 September 2022 AT 16:30
 
0800 11 20 40 / 012 366 7000 www.pprotect.org @Publicprotector Public Protector South Africa