The University of the Free State (UFS) creates opportunities and growth through leading, learning, and teaching, focused research, and impactful engagement with society. We are situated in the heart of South Africa, and our character of caring and diversity translates into an outstanding university experience. Discover exciting career opportunities at the UFS. Dive into our diverse range of job openings, create your profile, and apply for positions that match your skills and ambitions. Thank you for considering a future with us! At the UFS, we are dedicated to fostering equal employment opportunities for all, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our specialised team at 051 401 9848 or email Access4All@ufs.ac.za . These channels are specifically designed to support job seekers with disabilities in navigating our online application system. Please note that responses to reasonable accommodation requests may take up to 48 hours. For all other enquiries, including application follow-ups and technical issues unrelated to disabilities, please contact us at Recruit@ufs.ac.za . Senior Investigating Officer (post level 9) Job ID: 5748 - (1453) This details all the information about the job posting. Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn. Job Title Senior Investigating Officer (post level 9) Job ID: 5748 Organizational Unit University of the Free State ->Vice-Rector: Operations ->Protection Services Contract Type Permanent Occupational Level Junior Management Location Closing Date 4/6/2024 Description KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered. Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. • A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. • Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications). • A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals). • Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable). • A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable). • Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants). Duties and responsibilities: • Conduct investigations in respect of on and off-campus crime, student disciplinary and employee relations reported cases. • Open dockets in respect of reported allegations of crimes involving both on and off campus incidents. • Open enquiries in respect of reported incidents involving both on and off campus incidents. • Interview suspects and victims according to Protection Services’ Investigations standard. • Obtain statements from all relevant parties involved in an incident and or crime situation. • Pursue the investigation until a conclusion is reached. • Close the docket and or enquiry document after an investigation was concluded in consultation with the Deputy Director: TDICL. • Compile an investigation report after the investigation was concluded. • Manage stakeholder relationships and liaison in respect of off-campus security operations. • Ensure that students residing off-campus are provided with the necessary support to report crime incidents to the SAPS and arrange counselling and social support with the relevant role players as and when required. • Maintain relationship with the SAPS and Private Security Companies in respect of off-campus sites and crime issues. • Liaise with SAPS Investigators / Detectives for updates regarding reported off-campus cases involving UFS staff and or students. • Represent the UFS Bloemfontein Campus at Community Policing Forums, sector policing and off campus safety forum meetings. • Maintain a database of key Protection Services stakeholders. • Implement an off-campus safety and security plan and a security response plan in co-operation with the relevant role players e.g. SAPS, Armed Response security companies, Municipal Law Enforcement capacity, etc. • Ensure that crime hot spots are identified and sensitize the management of Protection Services of the threat and report to the relevant role players for the mitigation thereof. • Establish a close working relationship with the student bodies on and off Campus to get more information about occurred cases not reported and reported and involve them in the search for solutions. • Facilitate, coordinate and conduct security and crime awareness campaigns for staff and students. • Identify threats and collect information on planned crime incidents and stability issues that can impact on the institution and conducting building assessments. • Ensure that security vulnerability assessments are conducted as determined or by direction of the Deputy Director: TDICL. • Conduct assessments in respect of requests for additional/new security measures as directed by the Deputy Director: TDICL. • Identify and detect actual and perceived threats facing the university through the collection of stability related and crime related intelligence. • Verify the collected information with other law enforcement agencies in collaboration and consultation with the Deputy Director: TDICL. • Sensitize the Deputy Director: TDICL of all collected information to enable proper implementation of security counter measures and to ensure the analysis of all available information via the Protection Services Site Managers. • Obtain crime statistics from the local SAPS to determine crime patterns, hotspots and advise the Deputy Director: TDICL accordingly for further analysis and operationalization. • Develop and maintain early warning threat detection system to ensure proactive deployment of security counter measures. • Represent TDICL in all meetings dealing with events on campus such as varsity cups, graduations, orientations, etc., in the absence of the Deputy Director: TDICL. • Assist in the development and implementation of a campus safety response plan. • Perform general office administration • Submit weekly and monthly reports on activities performed to the Deputy Director: TDICL. • Ensure availability and accessibility of all crime related information through the submission of intelligence / information reports to the Deputy Director: TDICL. • Ensure availability of physical security assessment reports and submit to the Deputy Director: TDICL for approval prior to dissemination to clients. • Ensure availability of incident / crime reports and submit to the Deputy Director: TDICL for approval prior to dissemination to clients. • Ensure that reported incidents are captured on CiiMS and escalated to investigations as required. Inherent requirements: • Bachelor’s degree or an Advanced Diploma/B.Tech degree/Postgraduate Certificate on NQF level 7 or a 3-year National Diploma on NQF level 6 in Policing/ Security Management/ Forensic Investigations or Criminology. • A minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in an investigation environment. • Valid Grade B, PSIRA registration or willingness to obtain within six (6) months of appointment. • Valid driver’s license • Computer Literacy. Recommendations: • Experience or exposure in the higher education sector. • Two (2) to three (3) years’ experience in a threat detection / intelligence environment. • One (1) years’ experience and knowledge in respect of security risk and vulnerability assessments / audits. • Honours degree on NQF level eight (8) in the field of policing / forensic investigations / security management and criminology. Required competencies: • Results oriented. - The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations. - The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task. • Strategic thinking. - The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner. - The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work. • Business Acumen: - Proficient in using MS Office. - Knowledge of CiiMS professional (or willing to undergo training). - Knowledge and training in respect of CCTV camera, intruder detection technology and other security technology related systems. - Knowledge of South African Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure and Legislations (Human Rights Law) and internal disciplinary law and proceedings. - Ability to establish and maintain networks. - Knowledge of investigative tools and techniques. - Knowledge of security systems and protocols in respect of private security companies and off-site security operations. • Leading. - The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together. • Building coalitions - The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations. - The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people. Assumption of duties: As soon as possible. Closing date: 4 June 2024. Salary: The salary is available on request. Fringe benefits: (Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits. Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2979 or email JardineS@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za . Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9810/ 9813/ 9814/ 9848/ 7659 for assistance. General: The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at : EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA. The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful Inspiring excellence, transforming lives through quality, impact, and care. Inspiring excellence, transforming lives through quality, impact, and care. 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