About the Position
SARS is looking for a dynamic individual, with a high level of integrity, trust, and discretion to conduct and lead the internal initiation of disciplinary matters as they relate to fraud and corruption. This individual will assist in driving an appropriate consequence management culture and the achievement of a zero-tolerance culture towards fraud and corruption while providing support to business to achieve organisational goals and objectives. A thorough understanding of the Criminal Procedure Act, the Labour Relations Act, PRECCA, POCA and criminal and civil recovery legislations is required. An understanding of Income Tax, VAT and Customs & Excise Acts will be an added advantage.
S/he should have demonstrated experience in the initiation of fraud and corruption disciplinary matters stemming from internal investigations. Including alleged transgressions where criminality has been identified, as well as sound knowledge of the Labour Relations Act. They should also have a learning attitude, and a burning desire to drive case resolution through a fair and transparent process working closely with business.
This is a critical position that is directly linked to enhancing SARS ethical standing both internal and externally.
Job Purpose
Initiate all internal fraud and corruption related charges. Engage respective leadership on the process, adequately prepare witness, and ensure all presiding officers are timeously appointed. Assist line with the formulation of charges and scheduling of the disciplinary hearing. A key deliverable is ensuring the process is transparent, fair and timeously resolved within the ambit of the LRA. You will share joint accountability with line in managing case inventory and turnaround times. The quality of witness preparedness and case outcome will feed directly into your KPA.
Education and Experience
Minimum Qualification & Experience Required
Relevant Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) AND 8-10 years’ experience in a similar environment, of which 3-4 years ideally at operational specialist level
Or
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 15 years related experience, of which 3-4 years ideally at operational specialist level
Job Outputs:
Process
- Develop a framework and process for the management of internal initiation / prosecutions.
- Develop and implement systems, and procedures for managing prosecutions initiated as a result of the outcome/s and or finding/s made in an internal fraud investigation.
- Ensure that the seriousness of the charges and the outcome of sanctions are aligned and review existing fraud and corruption sanctions in line with best practice.
- Prepare all stakeholders for the disciplinary process and ensure they are adequately briefed.
- Assist line through meaningful reports and insight in managing case inventory and turn-around times.
- Provide advice on the recruitment, development, and retention of highly skilled anti-corruption specialists.
- Assist business in the formulation and preparation of the charges and the charge sheet.
- Lead the initiation of the case on behalf of the employer and to assist in preparing the witnesses to support the employer’s case.
- Evaluate the investigations referral based on the following considerations: complexity, number of allegations/ potential charges, seriousness of the allegation/s and specialised skills that may be needed, including engaging the investigator.
- Draw on own technical or professional expertise, knowledge & experience to identify & recommend tactical solutions to defined problems in practices.
- Proactively identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and develop best-fit alternatives, best practice implementation solutions.
Governance
- Promote co-operation amongst government institutions in respect of relevant and or related issues.
- Develop and/or align governance and compliance policies for own practice area to identify and manage risk exposure liability.
People
- Enable a culture where information regarding successes, issues, trends and ideas are actively shared between team members.
- Address forums/seminars of stakeholders regarding related matters.
- Liaison with private institutions and associations regarding related matters as may be required
- Provide specialist know-how, support, advice and practice thought leadership in area of expertise.
- Integrate new knowledge and transfer skills attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.
Finance
- Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of specialisation.
Client
- To liaise with the relevant internal key stakeholders regarding findings made during an internal fraud Investigation.
- To ensure the development or updating of relevant policies, procedures, standard operating procedures, and guidelines to ensure that: An organisational culture of compliance is formally required and enforceable.
- Provide authoritative, specialist expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.
- Participate in the specialist practice community and contribute positively to organisation knowledge management.
- Develop & ensure implementation of a practice that builds service delivery excellence & encourage others to provide exceptional stakeholder service.
Behavioural competencies
- Fairness and Transparency
- Analytical Thinking
- Accountability (V)
- Commitment to Continuous Learning
- Organisational Awareness
- Building Sustainability
- Conceptual Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Honesty and Integrity (V)
- Trust (V)
- Respect (V)
- Problem Solving and Analysis
- Collection and preservation of evidence and the chain of custody (Investigations)
- Interviewing and interrogation (Investigations)
- Testify in formal and criminal proceedings
- Investigative reporting
- Team player
Technical competencies
- Through understanding of the labour relations act
- Team player who is able to build relationships and influence other stakeholders
- Functional Policies and Procedures
- Reporting
- Criminal Investigation
- Decision Making and Problem Solving
- Fraud Investigation
- Rational thinker
Compliance Competency
- GOC Confidential
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.