Internal Investigator III

Successfactors; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

SARS is seeking an Internal Investigator III to conduct and/or lead complex investigations into serious misconduct, theft, fraud and corruption. The role supports the Integrity promotion and assurance unit with high-quality insights linked to SARS targets.

The position requires strong integrity, investigative experience, and knowledge of relevant acts. You will work independently, assess risks, and prepare comprehensive case documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification & Experience Required as stated in the advert.
• Experience leading complex investigations involving misconduct, fraud or corruption.
• Knowledge of governance, anti-corruption and anti-fraud practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and/or lead investigations into allegations of serious misconduct, theft, fraud and corruption.
• Provide specialist input to internal stakeholders with timely, accurate intelligence.
• Prepare forensic and/or investigative reports and present findings.
• Hand over case dockets with evidence to SAPS for prosecution when required.
• Liaise with law enforcement agencies and third parties for information/evidence.

Skills

Interviewing and interrogation

Investigative reporting

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Trust and integrity

Data collection and analysis

Organisational awareness

Education

Bachelor level degree (BCom/ND/Advanced Certificate in Policing/Forensic investigations/Law)

Alternative: Senior Certificate with 10 years investigative experience

Job description

Career Opportunities: Internal Investigator III (11607)

Requisition ID11607-Posted23/09/2026- Region (1) - Location (1)

Position Reports to: Manager: Internal Investigations

Division : Chief of Staff & OOC

Advert Closing Date : 02 October 2026

About the Position

SARS is looking for a dynamic individual, with a high level of integrity, trust, and discretion to execute high level investigation projects and provide support to the division to achieve organisational goals and objectives. An understanding of the Criminal Procedure, Income Tax, VAT and Customs & Excise Acts and will be an added advantage. S/he should have an investigative experience and learning attitude, and a burning desire to drive quality reports in the Integrity promotion and assurance unit / Taxpayer Engagement environment through providing great insights on team performance linked to the achievement of SARS targets.

Job Purpose

To conduct and/or lead complex investigations into all allegations of serious misconduct, theft, fraud and corruption involving SARS with the purpose of pursuing disciplinary and criminal action, recovery of stolen monies, referring matters to SAPS for criminal prosecution.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

BCom degree /National Diploma / Advanced Certificate (NQF 7) in Policing, Forensic investigations, Law AND 5-7 years, experience in an investigative or similar environment, of which 2 - 3 years is at a technically skilled level

Alternative

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 10 years’ experience in years, experience in an investigative or similar environment, of which 2 - 3 years is at a technically skilled level

Minimum Functional Requirements

• Sound knowledge and experience in the area of governance, anti-corruption and anti-fraud in government, private, civil society sector, a multi-lateral development financial institution or relevant development organisation.

Job Outputs:

Process

• Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities.
• Appears as a specialist witness in internal disciplinary proceedings and attend to court proceedings as and when required.
• Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks.
• Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation.
• Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs.
• Determine offences and recommend appropriate punitive actions according to the relevant legislation.
• Draw on own knowledge and experience to diagnose symptoms, causes and possible effects in order to solve emerging problems.
• Evaluate, collate and analyse information received from various sources to support internal stakeholders with timely and accurate intelligence.
• Hand over a completed case docket with evidence to the SAPS to enable registration and processing of the case.
• Initiate process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change.
• Liaise with Law Enforcement agencies in relation to specific investigations and with third parties regarding information/evidence.
• Plan and implement action necessary to conduct full scope investigations without supervision.
• Plan for value-added process improvements, initiatives and services to deliver on operational strategy and objectives.
• Prepare accurate links and or association diagrams to explain the relationships between individuals, activities, premises etc. to investigators.
• Provide assistance to other law enforcement agencies as and when required, within the mandate of the Acts administered by SARS.
• Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process, product and risk optimisation.
• Work independently without supervision.
• Interviewing and interrogation (Investigations) - Must be able to interview witnesses and suspects, obtain relevant information from them converting that information into evidence that can be used in formal- and criminal proceedings.
• Investigative reporting - Must be able to write effective and accurate forensic and/or investigative reports

Governance

• Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics processes within area of specialisation.

People

• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.
• Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.

Finance

• Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs.

Client

• Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.
• Liaise with informers and possible witnesses in order to gather information in connection with tax evasion.
• Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.
• Accountability
• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Commitment to Continuous Learning
• Conceptual Ability
• Expertise in Context
• Fairness and Transparency
• Honesty and Integrity
• Organisational Awareness
• Problem Solving and Analysis
• Respect
• Trust
• Business Knowledge
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Functional Policies and Procedures
• Internal Investigation
• Reporting

Compliance Competency

• GOC Top Secret - a) sensitive information, the unlawful disclosure of which may be harmful to the security or national interest of the Republic or could prejudice the Republic in its international relations;(b) commercial information, the disclosure of which may cause financial loss to an entity or may prejudice an entity in its relations with its clients, competitors, contractors and suppliers. E.g. Taxpayer information

Employment Equity

The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening, case study, pre-assessment, psychometric assessment and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance where applicable.