ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROGRAMME MONITORING AND EVALUATION REF NO: EP03/2026
SALARY : R393 711 per annum
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma (NQF 6) in Social and /or Economic
Sciences, Development Studies, Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics and
Research. Knowledge and experience in project management, Monitoring and
Evaluation, database management and analysis software packages, such as
MS Access, Excel, STATA and ATLAS TI. Ability to customise and generate
reports to meet users’ needs. Extensive experience in conducting social
research (minimum two years) from both public and or private. Knowledge of
GWM&E. Knowledge of Programme Performance Management Framework.
Report-writing skills. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in applying
Monitoring and Evaluation principles in social research. Good analytical
capability. Good communication and presentation skills (ability to communicate
in one of the indigenous languages will be an added advantage). Ability to
develop newsletters. Knowledge and experience in contract management.
Good stakeholder liaison, co-ordination, and problem-solving skills. Good
computer skills. Good interpersonal relations. Ability to work under pressure
and long hours, as well as willingness to travel long distances for an extended
period(s). A valid driver’s license.
DUTIES : Participate in the conducting of monitoring and evaluation studies within the
branch. Generate, customise, and communicate reports to the relevant
stakeholder. Participate in the process of coordinating the implementation of
recommendation from various monitoring and evaluation report. Responsible
for the development of the M&E newsletter(s). Contribute to the process of
reviewing monitoring and evaluation framework and the 3 year M&E plans.
Responsible to supporting the regions with data collection, verification, and
provision of feedback on a regular basis. Responsible for the capturing,
cleaning, and analysing of the data collected. Preparation of branch
monthly/quarterly performance report. Engagement with stakeholders at
different levels. Supporting the branch as and when required.
ENQUIRIES : Mr N Sithole Tel No: 012 399 9746
POST 08/63 : DIRECTOR: FRAUD AND FORENSIC MANAGEMENT REF NO: SM/FFM/2026/03-1P Fraud And Forensic
SALARY : R1 105 383 – R1 302 102 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE : Pretoria Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in either
Accounting/Law/Audit/Enterprise Wide Risk/Fraud as recognized by SAQA; A
minimum of eight (8) years demonstrated experience in the Fraud and Forensic
environment of which five (5) years should be at a middle/senior managerial
level; Display extensive knowledge of fraud prevention and investigation
management. Extensive knowledge of PFMA, Treasury and Public Service
Regulations and the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt activities Act.
Experience in Financial Services, especially Employee Benefits, Pension Fund
and Retirement Benefits Administration, will be a distinct advantage.
Membership of a professional body related to the Fraud and Forensic field will
serve as an advantage. Computer literacy that would include a good working
knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Knowledge of Fraud Prevention and
Forensic Investigation framework, methodology, strategy. Knowledge of Data
Analytics: techniques, approaches. Knowledge of Fraud investigation: tools,
techniques, methodologies and approaches. Knowledge of Governance and
Compliance. Knowledge of integrated systems verification. Knowledge of
Prescribed Regulations, Policies, PFMA, Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of
Public Service Regulations and other Government prescripts. High level of
communication skills. Project management. Strategic decision making.
Leadership skills. Collaboration. Delegation. Problem solving analysis.
Initiative. Emotional intelligence. Integrity. Ability to see the big picture.
Demonstrable Commitment. Customer service orientation. Structured
approach. Take note of the requirements regarding a new Z83 effective 1
January 2021 as per the DPSA regulations as well as all other requirements
specified in the footer. Take note of Circular 19 of 2022 regarding the practice
note on the Z83 application and completion thereof. The certification of all
supporting documents will be expected of the shortlisted candidates only.
Interviews may be conducted via a virtual medium which will be discussed with
each shortlisted applicant. The applicant should have the necessary data and
equipment for this purpose. Correspondence will only be conducted with the
short-listed candidates. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months
after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application
was unsuccessful.
DUTIES : Ensure implementation of Fraud Prevention and Case management strategy.
Implement and monitor achievement of an effective Business Plan and budget
for Fraud Prevention and Case Management to support the achievement of
GPAA’s strategic objectives; Implement and maintain Fraud Prevention and
Case management methodologies, policies, procedures, frameworks,
templates and processes in accordance with best practices; Ensure
implementation of an effective short, medium and long term operating strategy
for Enterprise Fraud Prevention and Case management; Participate in the
annual strategic planning cycle to assist GPAA business units to identify key
fraud prevention and case management requirements and implications of
business decisions; Analyze trends and prepare reports to provide
recommendations on mitigation of fraud risks and relevant Fraud Prevention
and Case management information to GPAA management to take appropriate
action when needed; Track new developments in practices to improve the
effectiveness and efficiency of the Fraud Prevention and Case Management
function; Ensure implementation of a management effectiveness and
leadership strategy; Ensure implementation and maintenance of relevant
policies, methodologies, standard operating procedures, guidelines and
processes, achieving compliance with Public Service requirements; Engage in
strategic relationships with relevant stakeholders to serve the interest of the
business unit; Drive and maintain a culture of compliance with GPAA line
managers and staff to ensure greater awareness of Fraud Prevention and
Case Management policies and procedures; Analyze service delivery gaps and
challenges, define service delivery operational measures and targets and
implement remedial action strategies; Proactively ensure the identification and
mitigation of operational and fraud risks and proactively identify, monitor and
mitigate risks. Lead case management process: Identify and evaluate
investigations to be undertaken based on information received from various
sources; report to the CEO, Risk Management Committee, Audit Committee
and related governance committees on all critical investigations, providing a
clear brief on the status of specific high profile cases; provide
recommendations on disciplinary action to be taken and criminal case
handling, ensuring applicable processes and procedures are followed; Interact
with stakeholders involved in a criminal prosecution for the duration of the case,
keeping abreast with the status of the prosecution process and the implications
for GPAA; oversee and manage forensic and fraud cases on an end-to-end
basis (investigation through to prosecution) to ensure that sound cases files
are prepared to enable successful prosecution of perpetrators; Represent
GPAA in disciplinary and court proceedings or nominate an appropriate
representative to best present the organization’s case; Manage a quick
response capability to investigate fraud incidents in order to meet required
turnaround times; develop and maintain a Fraud Register to keep formal
records of suspected fraud and prima facie fraud cases and associated
successful prosecution; manage the investigation of employees’ credit
histories to identify any high risk employees in a timely manner and provide
technical guidance and advice to investigation, prevention and detection with
regard to the approach taken on high level investigation. Lead the fraud
prevention process: Oversee and manage regular GPAA fraud risk
assessments to identify areas resulting in fraud; participate in the review and
enhancement of business processes, procedures and the internal control
environment, achieving planned objectives; Quantify the value-at-risk from
potential fraudulent activities to guide fraud prevention strategies and fraud
investigations; Oversee the implementation of the Fraud Hotline Service,
ensuring anonymity of staff and members of public reporting suspicious
activity; Proactively monitor effectiveness of current GPAA and Employer
Fraud intelligence systems; Oversee the effectiveness of fraud, ethics, integrity
awareness training and communication provided for all GPAA stakeholders,
implementing changes where identified; Coordinate the identification and
profiling of GPAA employees or any other parties that may be at risk of being
approached by crime syndicates liaising with SAPS; NPA; Home Affairs and
relevant Financial Institutions as required; Cooperate with the Asset Forfeiture
Unit to recover any losses as a result of fraud; provide input to Finance to
formally record losses from fraud (i.e provision for losses and actual losses
incurred) and Facilitate the process in conjunction with other stakeholders
within business units at GPAA to achieve recoveries. Business unit
management: Ensure the development and management of staff within the
business unit; Implement and maintain a relevant management approach to
support effective business results within the business unit; Develop and sustain
a culture of high performance, professionalism, innovation and integrity to
support overall quality of service delivery; Set, agree and monitor performance
of direct reports, check that such are aligned with planned targets and establish
and manage agreed budgets in consultation with the Chief Risk Officer,
ensuring that costs are contained.
ENQUIRIES : Mapule Mahlangu Tel No: 012 399 2639 and Application Enquiries: URS
Response Handling Tel No: 012 811 1900
APPLICATIONS : It is mandatory to email your application (comprehensive CV and new Z83
signed) to gpaa55@ursonline.co.za quoting the reference number in the
subject heading of the email