SPECIAL INVESTIGATING UNIT (SIU)
 




​SENIOR MANAGER: OFFICE OF THE HOU PERMANENT X1
Listing reference: siu_000039
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 5 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Government
Job category: Operations Management
Location: Pretoria
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: R1 254 020.64 to R1 551 229.33 Annually
EE position: Yes
 
About our company
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU), a Schedule 3A entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), is an independent statutory body that was established in terms of the Special Investigating Units and Special Tribunals Act No. 74 of 1996. The primary mandate of the SIU is to investigate allegations of corruption, malpractice and maladministration in government departments, municipalities and State-Owned Entities, and to recover financial losses suffered by State institutions.
 
Introduction
The SIU has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Talent to join our dynamic team. Our team is passionate about fighting corruption and recovering financial losses suffered by the State. The SIU hereby invites suitably qualified and experienced applicants to apply for the opportunities to serve the Unit.
Job description
Main purpose: Reporting directly to the Head of the Unit (HoU), the incumbent will manage and coordinate the HoU’s Office to ensure its effective operation within the organisation. The incumbent will act as a liaison person to HoU’s stakeholders, draw up meeting agendas and monitor EXCO meetings and other HoU-related deliverables.
 
Key performance areas (Include but are not limited to): Administration support to the HoU. Project, Budget and People Management. Stakeholder Management in the HoU’s office. Organisation Alignment. Executive Alignment. Legal Research to support the decisions and reports of the HoU and his office.
 
Technical skills: Organisational. Communication. Interpersonal. Presentation. Report writing. Management. Time management. Planning and organising. Relationship management.
 
Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to): Legal and research skills. Exceptional relationship management skills. Good judgment and interpersonal skills. Experience in company secretarial matters is essential. Excellent organisational and planning skills. Excellent time management skills. Ability to meet deadlines. Flexibility, ability to adjust priorities in a fast-moving environment. Integrity and ability to manage confidentiality. Demonstrated ability to capture key elements and decision points, supported by good communication skills, both verbal and written. Self-starter, able to gather critical information. Effective team player, able to manage stress and positively shape his/her environment. Work is generally of a critical or confidential nature. Strong synthesis and top-down communication approach. Ability to influence and negotiate with key stakeholders internally and externally. Comfortable with ambiguity and change. Data analysis skills. Strong drive and commitment. Team player. Attention to detail. Deadline driven. Collaborative. Customer-focused. Work under pressure. Results-oriented. Confidentiality.
 
Minimum requirements
LLB or related NQF 8.  LLM or MBA would be an added advantage. Five to eight years’ experience as a Chief of Staff or providing executive support to the Chief Executive / at an executive level. At least 4 years of management experience. Experience in a similar industry or legal environment will be an added advantage.
 
PLEASE NOTE:
  • The appointment of candidates will be at the Unit’s sole discretion, and the Unit reserves the right not to make an appointment.
  • The SIU is an Anti-Corruption Investigating Unit and requires applicants to make a full and frank disclosure in their application form.
  • Fraudulent qualifications or documentation will automatically disqualify candidates.
  • All candidates will be subjected to integrity screening procedures in line with the SIU Screening, Vetting and Lifestyle Audit Policy and a favourable end report is essential.
  • Other critical positions may be subjected to vetting procedures after appointments in line with the SIU Screening, Vetting and Lifestyle Audit Policy.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please be advised that applications received mean that processing may take some time. Candidates who have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
  • POPIA disclaimer: In line with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013, by applying for this position, it is accepted that you have consented to your personal information being used and kept for processing your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information. All information collected will not be shared with any third parties or used for purposes other than the intended purpose.
  • The SIU is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.  Preference will be given to persons from designated groups, in particular Africans, Coloureds, and people with disabilities, in line with the SIU Employment Equity Plan.
  • The salary offered will be in line with SIU-approved salary scales, which may change subject to relevant approvals and annual increases.
  • The SIU will not compensate any relocation costs for appointed incumbents.
 
Late applications will not be considered after the closing date.
 
Benefits Plus Medical Aid Subsidy
 
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​PROJECT MANAGER: STRATEGY AND INNOVATION X1 (PERMANENT)
Listing reference: siu_000032
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 5 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Public Administration
Job category: Business Development
Location: Pretoria
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: R902 484.07 - R1 294 362.83
EE position: Yes
 
About our company
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU), a Schedule 3A entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), is an independent statutory body that was established in terms of the Special Investigating Units and Special Tribunals Act No. 74 of 1996. The primary mandate of the SIU is to investigate allegations of corruption, malpractice and maladministration in government departments, municipalities and State-Owned Entities, and to recover financial losses suffered by State institutions.
 
Introduction
The SIU has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Talent to join our dynamic team, passionate about fighting against corruption and recovering financial losses suffered by the State. The SIU hereby invites suitably qualified and experienced applicants to apply for the opportunity to serve the Unit.
 
Job description
Main purpose: To proactively manage, monitor and provide strategic advisory services on programme and project implementation across the organisation using best practice project management methodologies/technologies and provide guidance to the team of project coordinators.
 
Key performance areas (Include but not limited to): Define and ensure the embedding of best practice project management architecture, methodologies, norms and procedures across the organisation. Direct and provide strategic advice in project design, planning and delivery in terms of service level agreements. Develop and continuously sustain partnerships with internal divisions/business units/service partners to ensure project quality and successful implementation. Define and ensure the embedding of the best practice dashboard system to monitor, evaluate and report on project implementation in terms of service level agreements. Assure the embedding of risks, compliance and quality improvement in all project management business processes. Manage Business Unit resources (finance, assets and people). Ensure a systematic evaluation and analysis of organisational performance. Manage organisational evaluation studies. Conduct surveys on the organisation’s programmes, projects and activities.
 
Technical skills: Able to demonstrate Knowledge of project management methodologies, processes and best practice technology. Familiar with project, programme guidance contained in PFMA and National Treasury regulations. Experience using project management software (MS Project, Sciforma, PPO, etc.). Solid project risk management exposure contained in Public Risk Management Framework, Proven project, programme management skills and expertise. Knowledge of financial management principles.
 
Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to): Communication. Leadership & Influencing. Advisory service. Strategic capability. Change management. Policy development and adherence. Business acumen. Emotional intelligence. Planning and Organising. Problem-solving and decision-making. Mentoring and coaching. 
 
Minimum requirements
B Degree in Project Management or Programme Management or Engineering or Business Management or related field (NQF 7). An Honours Degree or Post Graduate Diploma will be an added advantage. 5 years’ experience working in a Project or Programme Management Office environment with hands-on experience of leading projects across the full life cycle, of which 2 years is at a management/supervisory level. Experience in the public sector and/or forensic investigations is advantageous.
 
 
PLEASE NOTE:
  • The appointment of candidates will be at the Unit’s sole discretion, and the Unit reserves the right not to make an appointment.
  • The SIU is an Anti-Corruption Investigating Unit and requires applicants to make a full and frank disclosure in their application form.
  • Fraudulent qualifications or documentation will automatically disqualify candidates.
  • All candidates will be subjected to integrity screening procedures, and a favourable end report is essential.
  • Other critical positions may be subjected to vetting procedures after appointments.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please be advised that applications received mean that processing may take some time. Candidates who have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
  • POPIA disclaimer: In line with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013, by applying for this position, it is accepted that you have consented to your personal information being used and kept to process your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information, and all information collected will not be shared with any third parties or used for any purposes other than for the purpose it was intended.
  • The SIU is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.  Preference will be given to persons from the designated group, in particular Africans, Coloureds and people with disabilities, in line with the SIU Employment Equity Plan.
  • The salary offered will be in line with SIU-approved salary scales, which may change subject to relevant approvals and annual increases.
  • The SIU will not compensate any relocation costs for appointed incumbents.
  • Late applications will not be considered after the closing date.
 
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SENIOR PRACTITIONER: THREAT AND RISK ASSESSMENT (3-YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
Listing reference: siu_000041
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 5 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Government
Job category: Other: Safety and Security
Location: Pretoria
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: R606 059.51 – R836 705.09 per annum
EE position: Yes
 
About our company
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU), a Schedule 3A entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), is an independent statutory body that was established in terms of the Special Investigating Units and Special Tribunals Act No. 74 of 1996. The primary mandate of the SIU is to investigate allegations of corruption, malpractice and maladministration in government departments, municipalities and State-Owned Entities, and to recover financial losses suffered by State institutions.
 
Introduction
The SIU has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Talent to join our dynamic team, passionate about the fight against corruption and recovering financial losses suffered by the State. The SIU hereby invites suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for the opportunities to serve the Unit:
 
Job description
Main purpose: To proactively identify, analyse and mitigate risks that could impact SIU operations, assets, personnel and information.  To lead a team to mitigate the risk and respond to incidents, and also collaborate with other State agencies (State Security Agency SSA), South African Police Service (SAPS, National Prosecution Authority (NPA) and Defence intelligence to address threats and intimidations and recommendations to mitigate the risks.
 
Key performance areas (Include but are not limited to): Threat Intelligence & Risk Identification. Risk Assessments & Analysis. Security Training & Awareness. Incident Response & Forensics. Vulnerability.
 
Technical skills: Communication, Presentation. Interpersonal, Risk Management and Risk Management Systems. Report Writing. Planning and organising. Project Management. Relationship Management. Time Management. Investigations. Security Audits and Contingency Planning. Analytical thinking. Contracts Management. Understand threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures in the physical environment, demonstrate your capability in real-world scenarios, and apply structured assessment methods.
 
Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to): Sound Knowledge of safety and security laws, rules and procedures, including, without limitation, as amended from time to time. Public Finance Management Act. Treasury Regulations. Risk Management Framework in the Public Sector, encompassing public security, including the Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS) and the Minimum Physical Security Standards (MPSS). Sound knowledge of SHE legislation. Sound technical knowledge of information system security technology. Sound technical knowledge in security-related systems. Sound knowledge of risk identification and of risk management systems. Understanding of the public sector profile. Advanced MS Office proficiency.  Attention to detail. Deadline driven. Result-oriented. Reliable. Integrity. Independent. Self-starter. Innovative.
 
Minimum requirements
Minimum qualification and experience: Grade 12 Certificate. PSIRA Certificate Grade A. National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Security Risk Management or Diploma in Policing or related field (NQF6/7). 3 Years of experience in the security-related field, of which 3 years are at a supervisory or management level. SSA Security Advisory/Management course as an added advantage.
 
PLEASE NOTE:
  • The appointment of candidates will be at the Unit’s sole discretion, and the Unit reserves the right not to make an appointment.
  • The SIU is an Anti-Corruption Investigating Unit and requires applicants to make a full and frank disclosure in their application form.
  • Fraudulent qualifications or documentation will automatically disqualify candidates.
  • All candidates will be subjected to integrity screening procedures in line with the SIU Screening, Vetting and Lifestyle Audit Policy, and a favourable end report is essential.
  • Other critical positions may be subjected to vetting procedures after appointments in line with the SIU Screening, Vetting and Lifestyle Audit Policy.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please be advised that applications received mean that processing may take some time. Candidates who have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
  • POPIA disclaimer: In line with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013, by applying for this position, it is accepted that you have consented to your personal information being used and kept for the purposes of processing your application. The SIU will ensure the protection and safeguarding of personal information, and all information collected will not be shared with any third parties or be used for purposes other than those for which it was intended.
  • The SIU is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.  Preference will be given to persons from designated groups, in particular Africans, Coloureds and people with disabilities, in line with the SIU Employment Equity Plan.
  • The salary offered will be in line with SIU-approved salary scales, which may change subject to relevant approvals and annual increases.
  • The SIU will not compensate any relocation costs for appointed incumbents.
  • Late applications will not be considered after the closing date.
 
Benefits Plus Medical Aid Subsidy.
 
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