Job Description

Closing Date

2025/03/24

Reference Number

WCG250127-2

Tracking Number

DOI 09/2025

Job Title

Assistant Director: Fraud and Loss Control, Ref No. DOI 09/2025

Department

Department of Infrastructure

Salary level

9

Enquiries

Ms LD Atkins (021) 483 3743

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a qualified and competent individual to ensure proper governance with regard to internal control.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3 year B-Degree (or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years experience in a fraud and loss control environment or similar environment; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Ensure that an integrated loss control system is kept; Manage all claims by or against the state;All losses and claims are reported and recorded; Oversee the recovery of losses and damages; Manage a heavy workload; Manage the process associated with writing off cases; Compile monthly statistics to Provincial Treasury; Manage the Contingent Liabilities; Compile the quarterly Loss Control consolidated report to Management; Provide quarterly inputs for the IFS and AFS; Distribution of cases; People Management; Skills Development and Operational Management; Ensure that targets and deadlines are met.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: WCG Loss Control processes and procedures; Management of Losses and Claims as per the PFMA, NTR, PTI, Government Motor Transport Handbook version 1 of 2019, Departmental Security policy, Prescription Act 68 of 1969 and the process to recover losses; Excellent communication (verbal and written) and report writing skills; Ability to assess evidence w.r.t losses and claims and investigation skills; Skills in organising, planning (time management), problem solving and analytical skills, meet strict deadlines monthly and quarterly; Monitor and prevent prescription.

Remuneration

R 444 036 - R532 602 per annum (Salary level 9)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be

required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.