Investigator (P8) (Protection Services Division: Compliance Risks and Enforcement)

In brief

**Overview** This is an explanation of the role of an Investigator (P8) within the University of Johannesburg's Protection Services Division, specifically focusing on Compliance Risks and Enforcement. The purpose of this position is to investigate incidents of crime and misconduct (criminal and financial) as assigned by the Manager: Investigations, compile necessary reports, conduct compliance inspections, and identify risk areas for Protection Services/the University. The role also involves keeping and analysing statistics of reported incidents to plan, develop, organise, advise, implement, and participate in crime prevention and awareness strategies and campaigns directed at the campus community. **What you will do** Key responsibilities include: * Conducting and completing investigations in line with legally acceptable investigating techniques and relevant legislation, Acts, and practices. * Timeously responding to priority crimes when required. * Managing crime scenes according to training and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) until hand-over to SAPS when required. * Registering anonymously reported incidents to Compliance Risk and Enforcement (CRE). * Documenting and providing accurate incident reports. * Drafting precise preliminary/final investigation reports with high reporting standards. * Keeping accurate crime statistics, analysing them, and recommending crime prevention strategies. * Gathering, preserving, and sharing evidence pertinent to an investigation in line with relevant regulations and policies. * Keeping up to date with the latest investigation technology and techniques. * Conducting inspections to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and UJ policies. * Participating in the consolidation of and providing inputs into management, including Executive reports, as required. * Conducting and reporting on risks identified from social media monitoring and environmental scanning. * Conducting satisfactory client service surveys. * Actively participating in the Community Police Forum (CPF) and other crime prevention forums. * Implementing and participating in crime prevention and awareness campaigns. * Making recommendations to mitigate risks based on investigations conducted. * Analysing incident statistics to determine trends and recommending security measures to prevent further occurrences. * Liaising with SAPS to obtain feedback on cases reported. * Interfacing with UJ Departments regarding crime prevention programs and other UJ crime-related issues. * Serving as an information resource of crime threats to the campus community. * Making input on policies when required. * Preparing and delivering online/oral presentations to student/staff groups when required. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A Bachelor’s degree in Law or Commerce, or Forensics in the Accounting or Financial fields (e.g., Forensic Investigation/Forensic Science), or any relevant qualification at NQF 7. * A minimum of two (2) to four (4) years’ proven investigation experience in financial and criminal investigation. * Proven detailed investigation report writing experience. * A valid driver's license. * Good Report Writing skills. * PSIRA Grade A registration or eligibility for registration. * Proven computer skills (MS Office, MS PowerPoint, and MS Excel), preferably at advanced levels. * Ability to respond to emergencies on campus within a reasonable time. * Availability to work after hours and on weekends when necessary. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is someone with a Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Law, Commerce, or Forensics, demonstrating 2 to 4 years of proven experience in financial and criminal investigation, including strong detailed report writing skills. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license, be registered with PSIRA at Grade A (or eligible for registration), and have advanced computer proficiency in MS Office, PowerPoint, and Excel. The role requires the ability to respond to campus emergencies promptly and be available to work after hours and on weekends when required. Recommended attributes include a qualification in Law or Investigation, potentially five years of experience as an investigator in a campus, SAPS, Government, or private sector environment, and an understanding of relevant South African legislation such as the Constitution, Human Rights, Criminal Law, Law of Evidence, and the POPI Act. Candidates should be able to work under pressure and setbacks, exhibiting strong competencies in decision-making, problem-solving, decisiveness, planning and organising, protection and security, safety and security management, commitment to a higher purpose, diversity awareness, honesty and integrity, leading and living the vision and values, organisational awareness, and working effectively with others. **Deadline** 30th October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/investigator-p8-protection-services-division-compliance-risks-and-enforcement-university-of-johannesburg Source: myjobmag

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• At least 4 years of experience.

• Microsoft Excel
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