Investigation Officer – Forensics & Compliance

Cput Sa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is seeking an Investigator for Protection Services to attend to and investigate complaints and perform related duties as required.

The role requires PSIRA registration, a relevant diploma, and 3 years of investigation experience. The position offers a contract arrangement with flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and potential for security screening and vetting.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Forensics Investigation, Criminal Justice, Law, or a related field.
• Grade A PSIRA registration or registerable with PSIRA within 3 months of assumption of duty.
• 3 years work experience in an investigation of crime.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive.
• Experience handling complex work-related investigations.
• No criminal record and willingness to be subjected to security screening and vetting.

Responsibilities

• Investigations
• Internal and external liaison
• Verbal and written communication
• Applied knowledge of MS Word
• Time management
• Interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of: the substantive and procedural administrative and criminal laws
• Safety awareness
• Work independently
• Work well under pressure and meet deadlines; and effectively deal with hostile persons and in adversarial environments.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Read and comprehend legal material
• Communicate effectively (orally and in writing)
• Connect with people by working effectively with internal and external partners to accomplish goals.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism

Skills

Forensics investigation

Criminal justice

Law

PSIRA registration

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Word

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Security screening

Education

National Diploma in Forensics Investigation

Job description

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is seeking an Investigator for Protection Services to attend to and investigate complaints and perform related duties as required.

The role requires PSIRA registration, a relevant diploma, and 3 years of investigation experience. The position offers a contract arrangement with flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and potential for security screening and vetting.