Project Manager - Nelspruit at The Special Investigating Unit

Main purpose: 

• To manage the delivery of projects during provincial investigations into maladministration and corruption within State institutions, in accordance with predetermined standards, ensuring optimal business delivery and in support of the Multi-disciplinary approach (“MDA”) to all projects within the SIU.

Minimum qualification and experience:

•  B Degree in Accounting or Legal or relevant (NQF 7). Project Management Certification. Five years project management experience, of which Two years is at management/supervisory level. Experience in the public sector and/or forensic investigations will be advantageous.

Key performance areas (Include but not limited to):

•  Project Planning for Provincial Projects or for Selected Focus Areas within a Complex Provincial or Strategic or National Project.
• Project Executions for Provincial Projects or for Selected Focus Areas within a Complex Provincial or Strategic or National Project.
• Referral of Matters for Remedial Action. Project Close-Out Activities. Operational Support.

Technical skills: 

• Problem solving. Communication. Interpersonal.
• Risk management. Negotiation. Project management. Report writing.
• Planning and organising. Relationship Management.
• Time management.

Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to): 

• Sound knowledge of Project management principles and best practice.
• Sound knowledge of the investigation environment. Knowledge of corporate governance and ethics.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite. Team Player. Attention to detail. Accuracy.
• Deadline driven. Customer focused. Work under pressure. Results oriented.