City Of Johannesburg Metro Vacancies - Vacancy Circular: 089/2026: Group Forensic And Investigation Services (Gfis)
- Location
- Braamfontein, Gauteng
- Contract
- Permanent
- Salary (as advertised)
- R67 075.25 per month
- Minimum qualification
- Bachelor's degree
- Closing date
- Not stated — check the original listing
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In brief
**Overview** The City of Johannesburg Metro is seeking a permanent Deputy Director: Fraud and Corruption to join its Group Forensic and Investigation Services (GFIS) department, specifically within the Operations Branch. This role is based at East Wing, 48 Ameshoff Street, Braamfontein, and offers a basic monthly remuneration of R67 075,25, excluding benefits. The primary purpose of this position is to manage the prevention, detection, investigation, and resolution of all reported fraud and corruption cases within the city. **What you will do** The Deputy Director: Fraud and Corruption will be responsible for: * Managing cases and matters relating to Fraud and Corruption, Maladministration, and other related cases. * Delivering quality corporate investigations on Fraud and Corruption matters and other related cases, ensuring investigations are conducted in line with Standard Operating Procedures and with a high degree of care, skill, and competence. This includes managing and supervising post-investigation processes such as disciplinary actions, criminal proceedings, and recovery efforts. * Ensuring that recommendations from subsection/branch investigations are effectively implemented by relevant departments and entities, while performing investigations ethically and professionally. * Executing work programmes to meet Fraud and Corruption forensic investigation objectives and carrying out quality investigations to enable successful prosecution. * Participating in the City’s fraud and corruption prevention campaigns through workshops aimed at promoting ethics among internal and external stakeholders. * Managing investigation processes to promote effective governance. * Promoting a high-performance culture within the unit, ensuring team compliance with performance management policies and relevant prescripts. * Participating in the budgeting process and its deployment. * Participating in the risk assessment of the City. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Minimum Requirements:** * Matric/Grade 12 plus a relevant 3-year tertiary qualification (B Degree/BTech) with majors in Finance, Accounting, Audit, Legal, Forensic Investigations, Information Technology, or System. * 8 years or more of relevant experience covering all aspects of the forensic function, including 2 years of supervisory experience. * Knowledge of corporate forensic investigation process controls and the identification of system weaknesses. * Proven success in operating at middle management, including the management of experienced and professionally qualified staff. * Ability to integrate investigation with risk management processes. * Knowledge and understanding of local government legislation/environment. * Knowledge of data analytics and e-forensics. * Ability to translate data into accessible reports for diverse audiences. * Effective presentation and reporting skills. * Understanding of the legal implications of policies. * Knowledge of quality assurance and human resource procedures and regulations. * **Leading Competencies:** * Conducting corporate forensic investigations. * Corporate forensic investigations report writing. * Communication skills. * Coordinating skills. * Data analytical skills. * Good networking skills. * Outstanding creative writing skills and the ability to consistently meet deadlines while paying attention to detail. * **Core Competencies:** * Principles and practice of administration and personnel management. * Principles and practice of project management. * Principles and practice of municipal budget preparation and administration. * Principle of Supervision, training, and performance evaluation. * Ability to maintain a strong professional and positive demeanour. * Computer literacy. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a highly qualified professional with a tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Audit, Legal, Forensic Investigations, Information Technology, or System. They should have extensive experience in forensic functions, including supervisory experience at a middle management level, and a proven track record in managing fraud and corruption cases. Applicants must possess strong analytical, investigation, report writing, and communication skills, with a good understanding of local government legislation, data analytics, and e-forensics. The role requires someone capable of integrating investigations with risk management, promoting ethical conduct, and leading a high-performing unit. Candidates should also be proficient in administration, project management, and municipal budgeting, and maintain a professional demeanor. The City of Johannesburg encourages all suitably qualified candidates to apply and will consider designated groups, giving preference to previously disadvantaged groups, including those with disabilities, in line with its approved Employment Equity Plan. **Deadline** Thursday, 12 November 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/city-of-johannesburg-metro-vacancies-vacancy-circular-0892026-group-forensic-and-investigation-services-gfis Source: govpage
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