SENIOR RISK AND FRAUD PREVENTION OFFICER

Department of Higher Education and Training

Reference number: SRF/6/2026
Salary: R413 001 per annum (Level 08), plus benefits as applicable in the Public Sector
Centre: Central Johannesburg TVET College, Central Office
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 5 October 2026
Circular: No 34 of 2026

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Requirements

Grade 12/Senior Certificate. A recognised three (3)-year National Diploma/Degree (NQF Level 6 or higher) in Risk Management, Internal Auditing or another relevant qualification. Three to five years' relevant experience in Risk Management, Fraud Prevention, Investigations, Ethics and Integrity Management or a related field. Knowledge and understanding of the Public Sector Risk Management Framework, relevant legislation, regulations and prescripts. Knowledge and understanding of risk, fraud, ethics and integrity management principles. Knowledge of risk identification, assessment, mitigation and monitoring. Knowledge of fraud and corruption prevention and investigation processes. Computer literacy. A valid driver's licence. Good communication, report-writing, analytical and problem-solving skills. Good planning, organising and coordination skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Duties

Coordinate and implement the College's risk management framework and processes. Conduct and facilitate strategic, operational and process-level risk assessments. Maintain and update the College Risk Register and monitor risk-mitigation plans. Monitor and report on identified risks and outstanding corrective actions. Coordinate the implementation of the Fraud and Corruption Prevention Plan. Conduct fraud and corruption risk assessments and recommend preventative controls. Assist with the assessment and investigation of alleged fraud, corruption and irregularities, in accordance with approved procedures. Monitor implementation of recommendations arising from fraud and corruption investigations. Coordinate ethics and integrity management and promote ethical conduct within the College. Facilitate risk, fraud, ethics and integrity awareness and training programmes. Monitor compliance with relevant legislation, policies, regulations and internal controls. Liaise with Internal Audit, Audit and Risk Committee and other governance structures on risk and fraud matters. Compile risk, fraud, ethics and compliance reports and submissions for management and relevant committees. Maintain accurate records, registers and supporting evidence relating to risk and fraud management. Provide technical advice and support to management, campuses and staff on risk, fraud prevention and ethics matters. Perform other related duties assigned by the supervisor.

Where to send your application

The Central Johannesburg TVET College (CJC) invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by clicking on this link https://cjcz83.ngnscan.co.za/apply

Enquiries

Mr MB Khakhu Tel No: (011) 351 6000

Note

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Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 34 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 18 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 18 September 2026.

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