Advertiser: Independent Police Investigative Directorate
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: R252 144 per annum
Requirements:
A minimum of Grade 12 and five (5) years' proven experience in criminal investigations are required for consideration to this position. Previous supervisory experience is essential. A degree/diploma in law or policing will serve as an added advantage. Knowledge of Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure and Law of Evidence are essential for consideration. The successful candidate must possess a valid Code 8 driver's license and be able to drive the motor vehicle in that class, be computer literate and be able to work under pressure. 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. Competent in interviewing, report writing as well as verbal and written communication skills. Client orientation and customer focus. Results-driven.
Duties:
Key performance Areas: Supervise Senior Investigators by providing guidance on the investigation of complaints in line with the IPID's legislative imperative and Standard Operating Procedure. 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 or 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 appropriate disciplinary action. Draft and type investigation report and the conclusion of each investigation. Update electronically the status of each case on the database. investigations of complaints of alleged criminality and misconduct against members of the police; conduct searches, seizures and collection of evidence etc.; compiling investigation reports and memoranda with recommendations to the Director of Public Prosecutions and the SAPS for consideration to prosecute or take appropriate disciplinary action. Draft and type investigation reports at the conclusion of each investigation. Electronically update the status of each case on the database.
Enquiries: Mr C De Jager. TEL: (011) 220 1500
Applications:
Independent Police Investigative Directorate P/ Bag X 25 Johannesburg 2000 or hand deliver at 208 - 212 Cnr Jeppe & Von Weillegh Street 20th Floor Marble Towers Building Johannesburg2000
For attention: Ms F Dlakana on 011 220 1500
The Independent Police Investigative Directorate is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our intention 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 employment equity within the ICD, will receive preference.
Note:
Applications should be submitted on a Z83 form (click to download pdf form) or obtained from any Public Service Department accompanied by a comprehensive CV, certified copies of Qualifications, Driver's license and ID. The successful candidate will have to undergo security vetting and appointment is subject to verification of qualifications and competency assessment. N.B. If you have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful, as communication will be made with short listed candidates only.
Reference number: Q9/2013/37
Closing date: 23 August 2013
WRITE A BRILLIANT CV
The first thing to remember is that we are not writing an essay. We need to convey as much relevant information as possible and not exceed 3 to 4 pages. Your CV should cover the following:
Your personal information:
Points to remember: It is essential that your cellphone needs to be on in case anyone phone. Make sure that you have a professonal message on your phone in case you miss a call. If you only have a home phone number then everyone living with you need to be aware of the fact that you are waiting for a call. Place a pen and paper next to the phone in casy there is a message. Do not give your spouse's cellphone number unless you will be able to speak to the caller immediately. Is your email up and running? Does the P O Box belong to you or someone else? If it belongs to (e.g.) your parents they need to be aware that you might get important information. It is not necessary to disclose your age, gender, height, weight, marital status or religion. If you do not have an email address then set one up through Hotmail or Yahoo. And as tempting as what it might do not have your macho_man@hotmail.com address on your CV. Try and register one with your name and surname only.
Educational information:
Start with the most recent achievement / qualification and work your way back. List the degree, diploma, matriculation or standard achieved as well as the year and institution. Then move on the one just before that (e.g. first your degree and then matric). There is no need to list all the subjects you took (unless it is relevant). However, it is crucial to list all your qualifications - whether they were from academic institutions or not.
It is important to list all of your achievements while studying, e.g. competitions won, awards received, provincial colours achieved, orders of merit.
List all the leadership positions you served in, e.g. class prefect, captain of a team, chairperson of a committee.
End this section of with your extracurricular activities that you participated in, e.g. sport, hobbies.
Points to remember: The older you are the less important your school information will become. For instance: You might only want to mention that you matriculated, where and when and one or two major achievements. It is also not necessary to show your grades or marks achieed. It is also best to leave out any information on political activities or other controversial topics. However, if you know that the recruiter is looking for someone who participated in certain political groups then you might want to mention it.
Work experience:
Start with the most recent position and work your way back. List the title of the position, the name of the company and your length of service. Below this you can give a description of your duties (in bullet-point format). It is also important to list any projects that you worked on. Be specific and use numbers where possible, e.g. Managed 32 staff members and a R1 million budget.
It is again important to list all of your achievements while working, e.g. competitions won, awards received.
List all the leadership positions you served in, e.g. managerial or supervisory roles, chairperson of a committee.
End this section of with any additional things that you use to do for the company, e.g. editor of the company newsletter, organiser of the year end function.
Points to remember: Always look at the information and ask whether it is relevant. There is no need to supply the contact details of previous employers nor the reason why you left their employment.
Computer skills:
The ability to work on a computer has developed into a key skill. List all the programs that you are able to work with as well as your proficiency level.
Courses:
List all the courses, workshops, seminars, etc that you attended only if it is relevant to the position you are applying for and if you haven't mentioned it before. It is always a good idea to list the topic, institution, facilitator / guest speaker and date.
Activities and Interests:
Remember that most people enjoy listening to music, going to the movies, socialising with friends, reading, etc. Unless you do someting special, or relevant to the position, rather leave this section out.
References:
Mention that "References are available on request". It is important that your references are aware of the fact that they might be contacted.