Senior Fraud Investigator vacancy at Department of Employment and Labour - PSV Circular 36 of 2026

INTRODUCTION

Department of Employment and Labour has opened applications for a Senior Fraud Investigator position in Provincial Office: Eastern Cape, and the closing date is 23 October 2026 at 16:00.

The advertised package is R413 001 a year. This post was published in Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026, issued on 09 October 2026.

Job title	Senior Fraud Investigator
Department	Department of Employment and Labour
Reference number	HR4/4/4/5/101
Salary	R413 001 a year
Centre / location	Provincial Office: Eastern Cape
Province	Eastern Cape
Closing date	23 October 2026 (walk-in 16:00, online 23:59)
Circular	PSV Circular 36 of 2026

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Fraud Investigator sits within Department of Employment and Labour. The post is advertised under reference number HR4/4/4/5/101 and is based in Provincial Office: Eastern Cape.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Your key responsibilities in this role will include:

Implement Fraud and Corruption Prevention Strategies, Conduct, Investigations on reported Fraud and Corruption, analyse system capabilities to anti-fraud management programmes.
Liaise with appropriate sections within the Department of Employment & Labour and external stakeholders on Fraud Prevention measures.
Supervise resources.

REQUIREMENTS

The department lists the following minimum requirements:

Three years' relevant tertiary qualification in Risk Management / Internal Audit / Risk and Security Management / Accounting / Law / Policing / Forensic Investigation/CFE qualification.
Two (2) years of functional experience in an anti-fraud and corruption environment.
ACFE membership will be an added advantage.
Prepared to travel nationally (In possession of at least a Code 8 driver's license).
Knowledge: Investigative Principles and Practices, Departmental and the Fund's Policies and Procedures, Public Financial Management Act (PFMA), Unemployment Insurance and Unemployment Insurance Contribution Act, Basic Knowledge of all Labour legislations, Anti- Fraud and Corruption Policies, Legal environment: Court and Criminal procedures, Fraud-related administration and operations, Batho Pele Principles.
Skills: Planning and Organising skills, Time Management, Conflict Management, Analytical Skills, Investigation skills, Computer Literacy, Presentation skills, Communication skills, Report writing Skills.

HOW TO APPLY

Download the NEW Z83 form from the DPSA website and complete it in full.
Prepare a detailed CV with your qualifications, experience and contact details.
Write the reference number HR4/4/4/5/101 on your application.
Submit as instructed: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: Private Bag X9005, East London, 5201, hand deliver at No.3 Hill Street, East London. Email: Jobs-EC9@labour.gov.za
Make sure your application reaches the department by 23 October 2026 (walk-in 16:00, online 23:59).

Enquiries: Mr. S Nduli Tel No: (043) 703 3326

Important notes:

Read the full advert in the circular for the department's specific submission rules.

TIPS TO STRENGTHEN YOUR APPLICATION

Match your CV to the requirements above. Show the exact qualification, years of experience and skills that are listed.
Read the whole advert, including the notes section, because each department has its own rules on how to submit.
Use the NEW Z83 form (effective 01 January 2021), sign and date it, and make sure every section is completed.
Prepare certified copies of your ID, qualifications and proof of experience. Shortlisted candidates are usually asked for them.
If this is your first government application, read the DPSA guide on completing Z83 so you do not lose points on a simple form error.

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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026. Always confirm details with the advertising department. OneCareer is not the employer and never charges for applying to a government post.

Department of Employment and Labour Senior Fraud Investigator - Provincial Office: Eastern Cape | Circular 36 of 2026