Investigator (Reference Q9/2013)

Advertiser: Independent Police Investigative Directorate

Location: Empangeni

Salary: R170 799 per annum
Centre: Empangeni Satellite Office

Requirements:
A minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent of NQF level 4 qualifications and should at least have two (2) years proven experience in criminal investigations, A degree/diploma (NQF 5/6), in law or policing will serve as an added advantage, Knowledge of Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure and Law of Evidence are essential for consideration, A valid Code 8 driver’s license is essential and be able to drive the motor vehicle in that class, Computer literate and the ability to work under pressure, Competent in interviewing, report writing as well as verbal and written communication skills, Be competent and fit to handle a firearm or must be willing to undergo such a test, Willing to perform standby and overtime duties. Skills and Competencies: Analytical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills.

Duties:
Report writing, Client orientation and customer focus, Results-driven. Key performance Areas: Receive, register and allocate cases, Attend crime scenes and post mortems, Collect, safeguard and process exhibits at the crime scene, Conduct interviews with suspects and witnesses and obtaining affidavits, Advise the victims of their next of kin and other relevant stakeholders regarding progress of the investigation, Stakeholder management, Conduct investigations of cases of alleged criminality and misconduct against members of the police as stipulated in Section 28 of the IPID Act, Conduct searches, seizures and collection of evidence etc. Compile investigation reports and memoranda with recommendations to the Director of Public Prosecutions and the SAPS for consideration to prosecute or take the appropriate disciplinary action. Draft and type investigation reports at the conclusion of each investigation, update electronically the status of each case on the database.

Enquiries: Mr CS Vorster at (031) 310 1300

The Independent Police Investigative Directorate’s (IPID) intention is to promote representatively in terms of race, gender and disability within the Department through the filling of posts. Candidates, whose appointment / promotion / transfer will promote the achievement of gender equity within the IPID, will receive preference.

Applications:
Post applications to the Independent Police Investigative Directorate, Private Bag X 54303, Durban, 4000, or deliver applications to, 3rd floor, The Marine Building, 22 Dorothy Nyembe Street (Gardener Street), Durban

For attention: Mr Sibani Ndlovu

Note:
The appointment is subject to security clearance, verification of qualifications and competency assessment. Submit a detailed CV with contact details of three recent references including certified copies of qualifications, driver’s license and Identity Document. His / her character should be beyond reproach. Faxed and late applications will not be considered. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement and an employment contract. If you do not hear from the Department within three months, consider your application as unsuccessful as correspondence will only be entered with shortlisted candidates.

The Independent Police Investigative Directorate reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Reference number: Q9/2013

Closing date: 13 June 2013