DEPUTY DIRECTOR: PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION INVESTIGATIONS
Salary
R896 436 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package). The package includes a basic salary (70%/75% of package), State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion of 30%/25% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty.
Closing Date
19 Dec 2025
in 3 days
Reference
45/185
DD/PAI/NWPO/12/2025
Requirements
Ideal candidate’s profile: The successful candidate must have an Appropriate recognised National Diploma/Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 6/7) in the field of Law/Labour law/Forensic Investigations/Public Administration or Management/Internal Auditing/ Investigation/HRM/Industrial Psychology or relevant equivalent qualifications. 3-4 years’ experience at an Assistant Director level or equivalent level in investigations, Public Administration investigations, forensic investigations, internal auditing, fraud and anti-corruption investigations, financial or human resource management/personnel investigations and experience in the application and interpretation of the regulatory prescripts and case law. Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa 1996, Protection of Personal Information Act, Public Service Act 1994, Public Administration Management Act 2014, Public Service Commission Act 1997, the Promotion of Access to Information Act 2000, Promotion of Administrative Justice Act 2000, Public Finance Management Act 1999, case law, Public Service Regulations 2016 as amended, National Treasury Regulations, Supply Chain Management prescripts. The ability to conduct investigations in respect of personnel and public administration practices. Ability to analyse, interpret and apply legislation, information, policies, etc. Ability to function independently and as part of a team. Ability to work under pressure. Well organised. Investigative, interviewing and analytical skills; Good written and verbal Communication skills. Computer literacy (Ms Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook). Report writing skills. A valid driver’s license is required (except for people with disabilities). Knowledge of project management principles. Strategic planning skills. Ability to co-ordinate various activities, actions and persons. Knowledge of Treasury Instructions, Government finances and general budget keeping practices. Financial and Human Resource Management skills. Ability to analyse financial reports. Ability to analyse the procurement process in the Public Service. Good written and verbal communication skills with specific reference to: Conducting interviews, making presentations regarding proposed investigations, including the finding of investigations. Writing reports, submissions, letters and memoranda.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct Public Administration Investigations and Personnel Practices complaints lodged with the Public Service Commission. Initiate and conduct own-accord investigations. Conduct investigative research into areas of Public Administration practices Draft reports with appropriate findings, recommendations/directions/ advice Conduct monthly, quarterly and bi-annual monitoring of the implementation of the PSC’s recommendations and directions and update relevant databases Maintain Integrated Complaints and Grievance System and monthly complaints database. Compile presentations on investigative reports Provide support in the promotion and evaluation of the CVPs in section 195 of the Constitution. Management of National Anti-Corruption Cases and follow up on cases referred to departments for investigation for feedback. Perform other tasks relating to Professional Ethics, Labour Relations Improvement, Monitoring and Evaluation and Research assigned by the Provincial Director. Perform other ad hoc activities assigned by PSC. Provide support to the Provincial Director and the office through participation in various committees. Human Resources and Financial Management.
Enquiries
Mr L Mautlwa Tel No: (018) 384-1000
Published in PSV Circular 45/2025 on December 5th, 2025