PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Priority incident investigators must have knowledge and expertise in, among other things, the NWU policies, guidelines, protocols, and procedures; insight of the institutional culture and environment know how to conduct a fair and equitable investigation and understand the effects of trauma on parties impacted by sexual, gender and common law misconduct. The control officer: Priority incident investigator will also conduct awareness campaigns and prevention programmes

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Visit Crime scenes.

•                          Prevent contamination of incident scenes.

•                          Preserve the incident scene.

•                          Cordon – off incident scene.

•                          Identify and record exhibits on the incident scene.

   Priority and Incident Investigation.

•                          Receive and investigation of all GBV and sexual offence elated cases.

•                          Obtain statements from the complainant / victims of crime whilst avoiding secondary victimization.

•                          Obtain statements, respondent (s) and witness (es).

•                          Assist the victim to open the criminal case at the SAPS of necessary.

    Offer Psychosocial support to Victims/Survivors.

•                          Offer support for the psychological and social consequences of trauma, e.g. trauma, debriefing; accompany

•                          survivors to SAPS.

Adopt a multifaceted approach to sexual and gender related misconduct.

•                          Conduct social mobilisation activities and campaigns intended to promote safety on and off campus and in the

•                          prevention of sexual and gender related misconduct.

•                          Conduct campaigns to educate and inform the campus community about policies and guidelines

Compilation of accurate incident and investigation reports.

•                          Submit a report as soon as the incident is reported to the Senior Manager, Protection Services.

 Management of information.

•                          Submit a monthly report to the Senior Manager, ITO.

•                          Number of cases.

•                          Detection rate.

•                          Cases withdrawn.

•                          Dockets to SJS and ER.

•                          Disposal rate.            

 •            A National Diploma in Police / Criminal Justice / Diploma in incident investigation equivalent (NQF level 6) with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in conducting investigations into Gender Based Violence (GBV) and Sexual Offences and dealing with victims of GBV / Sexual Assault as well working knowledge of trauma centers for Victim support and counselling such as (Tutuzela Centre). [Preferable]

OR

•             Grade 12 (NQF level 4) with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in conducting investigations into Gender Based Violence (GBV) and Sexual Offences and dealing with victims of GBV / Sexual Assault as well working knowledge of trauma centers for Victim support and counselling such as (Tutuzela Centre).

•             A valid Code B driver’s license.

                 ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:

•             Registration with PSIRA.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

•             Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

•             Conflict management skills.

•             Analytical skills.

•             Knowledge of relevant legislation (Equity Act; Domestic Violence Act; and Sexual Offences Act).

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

•             High level of emotional intelligence.

•             Gender Consciousness.

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                   Mr. J Ntlati on 016 910 3900

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. M Motsemme on 018 299 4958

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                            30 May 2025

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                          As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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