Forensic Investigations Specialist at PRASA

POSITION MISSION

  • To provide specialist forensic investigation services.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in law, Forensic Investigation, Accounting, Criminology, or a related field.
  • Certified Fraud Examination (CFE) or related Certification
  • Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

  • Post Graduate Qualification in Criminal Justice/Law/Computer/Digital Forensics or related qualification
  • Admitted Attorney or Advocate in South Africa will be a strong advantage.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of South African law related to fraud, corruption, and white-collar crime.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and forensic software tools.

EXPERIENCE

  • 8 years Auditing/Forensic Investigation experience

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (KPAs)

  • Provide input and insights during the development and review of the Forensic Investigation Methodology, Fraud Prevention Plan, Fraud Committee Charter etc.
  • Plan, manage, and execute complex forensic investigations in line with best practice and relevant legislation (e.g. PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act).
  • Collect, analyse, and present evidence in a manner admissible in disciplinary, civil, or criminal proceedings.
  • Prepare detailed investigation reports, including findings, recommendations, and maintain supporting evidence.
  • Work closely with internal stakeholders (Legal, Risk, Compliance, HCM) and external parties (law enforcement, regulators, prosecutors etc).
  • Provide guidance on fraud prevention, detection, and ethics awareness across the organisation.
  • Testify in disciplinary hearings, commissions, or court proceedings as an expert witness when required.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and integrity throughout the investigation process.

TRAINING & KNOWLEDGE 

  • Treasury Prescripts
  • Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
  • Reporting guide of the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act (PRECCA)
  • King IV code
  • Data analytics
  • Investigation Methodologies

Added Advantage

  • Criminal Law
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