Forensic investigations project lead

Responsibilities

Leads the whole engagement: owns the investigation methodology, plans and allocates the backlog, manages the multidisciplinary team, and is accountable to Eskom for quality and delivery. Reports to the Director / Eskom contract management.

Qualifications

Qualification: Bachelor's or Honours degree in Forensic Investigation, Forensic Accounting, Law, Auditing or a related field. A postgraduate qualification is an advantage.

Registration / certification: Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and/or membership of the Institute of Commercial Forensic Practitioners (ICFP); registered with PSIRA.

Minimum experience: 10+ years in forensic investigations, including 5+ years leading teams or large case portfolios. Public sector / state-owned entity exposure preferred.

Skills & competencies Strong leadership and stakeholder management Deep knowledge of PRECCA, the PFMA and the law of evidence Quality control of complex forensic reports Sound judgemen...