Fraud and Anti-Corruption Investigator
Free State Department of Economic Development and Tourism
- Location
- Bloemfontein, Free State
- Salary
- R338 106 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 02 Oct 2026
Posted today
What you need
- Qualification
- Degree
- Experience
- 3+ years
How to apply
Apply by email
How to apply: Applications can be hand delivered or sent via email to recruitment4@destea.gov.za and quote the reference number for the above- mentioned position on the subject line (email) when applying. Quoting the reference number, applications can be hand delivered at the Ground Floor Security Entrance, 113 St Andrews Building, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein or sent via email. Kindly take note that the email size limit is 4MB. You are therefore kindly requested to send documents separately, should they exceed the allowed limit. Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 33 of 2026, post 33/123, ref DEDT 16/09/26. Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
Email: recruitment4@destea.gov.za
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Job description
Requirements:
An appropriate Degree (NQF Level 7) NQF 7 in Criminology or Police. 3-4 Years relevant experience in the fraud and anti-corruption related field. Understanding of the Legislative Framework governing the Public Service. Knowledge of working procedures in terms of the working environment. Fraud and Anti-corruption related policies/ strategies/ guidelines. Computer literacy and a valid drive’s license.
Duties:
Provide inputs in the development and implementation of Fraud Detection and Anti- Corruption Prevention Strategy/Plan in the Department; review and evaluate anti-corruption capacity measures within the Department, conduct information sessions on Fraud and Anti-corruption strategy/plan. Investigate all corruption, fraud and theft cases reported as well as irregularities, fruitless and wasteful expenditure that has occurred and advise the supervisor on the way forward; ensure that the departmental cases reported and received through the Provincial Fraud and Corruption hotline are attended and investigated, recommend and complete disciplinary actions for cases of corruption in consultation with labour relations unit of the Department or the SAPS, ensure that witnesses receive protection and remain anonymous, serve as a chief witness in the departmental hearings as well as criminal and civil cases, work closely with the SAPS and other relevant authorities on cases relating to fraud, corruption and theft in the Department. Compile investigation reports on fraud, corruption and theft related cases for further handling by the Supervisor or the Head of component, for internal disciplinary hearings and for criminal or civil proceedings; compile and submit reports on cases related to irregularities, fruitless and wasteful expenditure that has occurred in the Department, update the fraud register on cases investigated, compile a portfolio of evidence on preliminary and final investigation results. Advice the Department/ Accounting Officer on the fraud and corruption outcomes related to the financial disclosures and the way forward thereof; request information required as per the directives on financial disclosure, investigate discrepancies where there are any. compile and submit reports thereof. Detect fraud and corruption activities and refer allegations to a relevant law enforcement agency or other appropriate agencies/bodies in terms of format arrangement i.e Special Investigation Unit (SIU) or the Hawks depending on the merits of the case.
Notes:
Females are encouraged to apply.
Enquiries: Mr. T. Kotsi at (082) 379 3545
Reference number: DEDT 16/09/26