To plan, implement, co-ordinate, control and maintain a professional investigation service to investigate any possible fraudulent activity against the Mpumalanga Government.

1. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1.1 Matric (Grade 12).
1.2 PSIRA Registered.
1.3 An appropriate degree / diploma or equivalent qualification in Law and Forensic Investigation / NQF Level 7.
1.4 Minimum of Five (5) years Fraud Investigation experience.
1.5 Extensive knowledge and experience in Fraud Investigation and Court Proceedings.
1.6 Valid code 8 drivers licence.

2. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Functional outputs and activities will include, but are not limited to:

2.1 Fraud Prevention:

2.1.1 Gather and analyse information to identify possible fraud related trends.
2.1.2 Do extensive and proactive research into the core reasons for relevant fraudulent activities.
2.1.3 Evaluate the status on current and expected fraudulent activity and report it to senior management with recommendations on how to fight these activities.

2.2 Fraud Investigation:

2.2.1 Plan and implement fraud investigation techniques which comply with legal requirements and the policies and procedures of Combined Private Investigations and the Government.
2.2.2 Conduct fraud investigations in a professional and effective manner.
2.2.3 Gather information and evidence needed to perform fraud investigation by gathering financial documents; interviewing witnesses and suspects; and examining relevant records.
2.2.4 Take statements where necessary and ensure statements are written in a proper manner with all the necessary details as required.
2.2.5 Communicate all information gathered to the relevant person.
2.2.6 Assist in populating the online risk manager.
2.2.7 Liaise with law enforcement agencies and the Government to verify and validate information.
2.2.8 Gather information and recruit informants.
2.2.9 Do follow up investigations.

2.3 Arrests and Convictions:

2.3.1 Arrest syndicates that are responsible for fraudulent activities against the Mpumalanga Government.
2.3.2 Ensure high conviction rate.

2.4 Dockets:

2.4.1 Compile a docket and ensure the docket is ready for court.
2.4.2 Ensure all dockets are in line with legal requirements, specifically those issued by the NPA and the SAPS.
2.4.3 Ensure all statements are attached and filed in the docket in a chronological order.
2.4.4 Prepare evidence and witnesses for presentation in court.
2.4.5 Testify in court when required.
2.4.6 Contact prosecutor and witnesses, and third parties to obtain information for the magistrate. Prepare for any orders of the court including presenting aggravating factors to the court for sentencing purposes.
2.4.7 Assist the SAPS detective to oppose bail of accused and attend bail applications in court.
2.4.8 Keep diary of the progress made on court cases.
2.4.9 Ensure that the Area manager is aware of all dockets and inform Area Manager as soon as there are any changes.

2.5 Reports:

2.5.1 Daily Report: The Fraud Investigator that attended the investigation / fraudulent activities should submit a daily report of the activities within 24 Hours.
2.5.2 Weekly report: It is also the responsibility of the person who compiles the daily report to submit a Weekly Report on the status of fraudulent activities and other related incidents pertinent to his/her particular area every Monday morning.
2.5.3 A progress report must also be handed in.

2.6 General and Administration:

2.6.1 Complete log sheet for all kilometers traveled, indicate for which client it was and also indicate private kilometers traveled.
2.6.2 Complete time sheets for all hours worked on projects and submit to the relevant administrative personnel.
2.6.3 No document relevant to any investigation may be left lying around in any place where it may be scrutinized by another person.
2.6.4 The utmost care must be taken to ensure that any information/ documentation relevant to investigations are kept safely.