SPECIAL INVESTIGATING UNIT (SIU) VACANCIES

 
 
MANAGER: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY X1 (SIU23/10/001)
 
Overview
Reference SIU23/10/001
Salary ZAR817,034 - ZAR1,154,491/annum + Plus, Medical Aid Subsidy
Job Location - South Africa -- Tshwane Metro -- Pretoria
Job Type Permanent
Closing date 22 Mar 2024 23:59
 
Main purpose: To manage compliance to the OHS Act and related legislation as well as standards by application, implementation and/or maintenance of occupational health and safety programs and practices that promote a healthy and safe work environment.
 
Minimum qualification and experience: B Degree in Health and Safety Environment/ Operations/ Management or equivalent (NQF 7). ISO 45001 Certificate would be an added advantage. Five years’ experience in Occupational Health and Safety, of which two years’ is at a supervisory/ management level.
 
Key performance areas (Include but not limited to): OHS Planning. Advise and support the SIU on OHS matters. Implement and monitor OHS regulations, policies and procedures. OHS Management. Prevention and Awareness. Reporting. Staff supervision.
 
Technical skills: Organisational skills. Exceptional communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Project Management. Computer skills (MS Office).
 
Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to): In-depth knowledge of OHS Act, Occupational Injuries and Disease Act and other relevant legislation and standards. Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment. Attention to detail. Results driven. Resilience. Sound judgement and decision making.   
 
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 documentations 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 means 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 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 the 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 designated group in particular Africans 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.
• Late applications will not be considered after the closing date.

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SENIOR MANAGER: LEGAL COMPLIANCE X1 PERMANENT (SIU24/02/009)
 
Overview
Reference SIU24/02/009
Salary ZAR1,135,286 - ZAR1,383,600/annum + Plus, Medical Aid Subsidy
Job Location - South Africa -- Tshwane Metro -- Pretoria
Job Type Permanent
Closing date 22 Mar 2024 23:59
 
Main purpose: To be responsible for the legal framework within the SIU and all processes relating to the effective monitoring and regulations of legal compliance within the SIU.
 
Minimum qualification and experience: LLB or relevant (NQF 8).  Admission as an Attorney or an Advocate. Six to eight years of experience after admission as an Advocate or Attorney, within a Legal Compliance environment, of which four years is at a management level.
Key performance areas (Include but not limited to): Lead strategic planning for and management of the Legal compliance section of the SIU.  Implement and monitor legal compliance processes. Provide guidance to divisions and reporting.  Financial Management.  Stakeholder Management.
 
Technical skills: Strong business acumen. Computer literacy in MS Office packages, with high-level Excel skills. Presentation skills. Report writing skills.
Required knowledge and behavioural (include but not limited to): Sound knowledge of law-related legislation and regulations. Understand the public sector. Sound knowledge of stakeholder management strategies. Strategic decision-making. Attention to detail. Information monitoring. Leadership capability. Planning and organising. Risk taking.
 

• 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; 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. All information collected will not be shared with any third parties or used for purposes other than for 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.
• Late applications will not be considered after the closing date.

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SENIOR ADVISOR: CORPORATE LEGAL X1 (PERMANENT) (SIU23/07/008.2)
 
Overview
Reference SIU23/07/008.2
Salary ZAR817,034 - ZAR1,154,491/annum + Plus, Medical Aid Subsidy
Job Location - South Africa -- Tshwane Metro -- Pretoria
Job Type Permanent
Closing date 22 Mar 2024 23:59
 
Main purpose: To be responsible for the effective handling contract management, corporate legal matters and labour law issues on behalf of the SIU.
 
Minimum qualification and experience: B. Proc or LLB or equivalent (NQF 7/8). Admission either as an Attorney or Advocate. Five years experience after admission as an advocate or attorney, within a Corporate Legal environment, of which two years is at a management/supervisory level.
 
Key performance areas (Include but not limited to): Participate in the strategic planning of the Corporate Legal Section of the SIU: Provide input and implement strategy for the Corporate Legal Section. Oversee contract management on behalf of the SIU: Provide service I relation to the drafting, negotiation and amendment of contracts, agreements, and SLAs. Consulting Services: Provide high level advise to the Head of the Unit, EXCO and senior management when required. Facilitate and deal with Labour Law matters, including CCMA and Labour Court matters, on behalf of the SIU. Stakeholder Management: Engage in stakeholder consultations to understand their issues and share challenges.
 
Technical skills: Strong business acumen. Computer literacy in MS Office packages, with high level Excel skills. Presentation skills. Report writing skills.
 
Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to): Sound knowledge of all corporate and other law related legislation and regulations. Understand the public sector. Sound knowledge of stakeholder management strategies. Strategic decision making. Attention to detail. Information monitoring. Leadership capability. Planning and organising. Risk taking.
 
 
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 documentations 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 means 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 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 the 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 designated group in particular Africans 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.
• Late applications will not be considered after the closing date.

 
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FORENSIC LEGAL SPECIALIST X1 PERMANENT (SIU23/02/006)
 
Overview
Reference SIU23/02/006
Salary ZAR1,241,660 - ZAR1,571,963/annum + Medical Subsidy
Job Location - South Africa -- Tshwane Metro -- Pretoria
Job Type Permanent
Closing date 22 Mar 2024 23:59
 
Main purpose: To lead expert forensic legal specialist services during national investigations into high-profile maladministration and corruption within State institutions, in support of the Multi-disciplinary approach (“MDA”) to all projects/assignments across the organisation. To oversee the quality of forensic legal specialist input on national projects/assignments through the setting of predetermined standards.
 
Minimum qualification and experience: LLB (NQF8). Admitted as an Attorney or Advocate. Membership with a professional body would be advantageous. Six to eight years experience in Forensic Legal and Litigation, of which four years should be at a management level. Experience in public sector investigations.
 
Key performance areas (Include but not limited to): Deliver on National Projects Requiring Specialist Forensic Legal Expertise. Participation in Remedial Action Proceedings. Development of the Forensic Legal Area. Guidance and Mentorship to the Forensic Legal Area. Stakeholder Management and Business Development.
 
Technical skills: Leadership. Analytical. Communication. Interpersonal. Risk management. Mentoring and coaching. Negotiation. Report writing. Relationship management. Time management.
 
Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to): Thorough knowledge of the laws, rules, and legal precedents pertaining to evidence, searching of premises, and the technical aspects of conducting interviews. In-depth knowledge of the investigation environment and forensic investigation principles. In-depth knowledge of the applicable legislation (e.g. Criminal law, Criminal Procedure Law of Evidence, etc.). In-depth knowledge of investigation techniques. In-depth knowledge of public sector legal environment (PFMA, MFMA, Treasury Regulations and other relevant Treasury Directives). Knowledge of corporate governance and ethics. Knowledge of IT environment as well as financial systems and processes. Knowledge of project management principles.
 
 
 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; 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. All information collected will not be shared with any third parties or used for purposes other than for 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.
• Late applications will not be considered after the closing date.

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HEAD OF INVESTIGATIONS X1 (SIU23/11/001)
 
Overview
Reference SIU23/11/001
Salary ZAR1,241,660 - ZAR1,571,963/annum + Plus, Medical Aid Subsidy
Job Location - South Africa -- Tshwane Metro -- Pretoria
Job Type Permanent
Closing date 22 Mar 2024 23:59

Main purpose: To lead and oversee the delivery of provincial portfolios of projects and programmes in accordance with predetermined quality standards and project management principles, ensuring optimal business delivery and in support of the Multi-disciplinary approach (“MDA”) to all projects/assignments within the SIU.
 
Minimum qualification and experience: LLB or B Honours in Accounting or Forensic Accounting or equivalent (NQF 8). A formal Project Management qualification would be advantageous. Six (6) to Eight (8) years of experience in Forensic Investigations Management, of which Four (4) years is a management level. Experience in the public sector and /or forensic investigations.
 
Key performance areas (include but not limited to): Manage Delivery of Provincial Portfolio of Projects and Programmes. Development of the Project Management and Investigations Areas. Stakeholder Management and Business Development. Staff Management.
 
Technical skills: Leadership. Analytical. Research. Communication. Interpersonal. Risk management. Mentoring and coaching. Report writing. Planning and organising. Relationship management. Time management.
 
Required knowledge and behaviour (include but not limited to):  Thorough Knowledge of the laws, rules, and legal precedents pertaining to evidence, searching of premises, and the technical aspects of conducting interviews. In-depth knowledge of the investigation environment and forensic investigation principles. In-depth knowledge of the applicable legislation techniques. In-depth knowledge of public sector legal environment (PFMA, MFMA Treasury Regulations and other relevant Treasury Directives). In-depth knowledge of project management principles and best practices. Knowledge of corporate governance and ethics. Team player. Attention to detail. Accuracy. Deadline driven. Customer Focused. Work under pressure. Result oriented. Strategic thinker.
 
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; 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 be used for 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 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.
• Late applications will not be considered after the closing date.

 
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