Employment And Labour Senior Administration Officer: Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking a dedicated Senior Administration Officer to join its team in eMalahleni, Mpumalanga. This crucial role focuses on strengthening the department's defences against fraud and corruption.

As part of the anti-fraud and anti-corruption unit, you will play a vital part in upholding integrity and ensuring the ethical operation of the department. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with a background in risk management or forensic investigation to contribute significantly to public service.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Education: A three-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 6) in Risk Management, Internal Audit, Risk and Security Management, Accounting, or Forensic Investigation.
• Experience: At least 2 years of functional experience within an anti-fraud, anti-corruption, or Risk Management environment.
• Licence: A valid driver's licence is required.
• Knowledge:
• Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
• Fraud and Corruption Legislative Framework
• Prevention of Organised Crime Act (POCA)
• Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA)
• Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA)
• Protected Disclosure Act
• Public Service Regulations (PSR)
• Public Service Act (PSA)
• Labour Relations Act (LRA)
• Unemployment Insurance Act (UIA)
• Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act (UICA)
• Skills: Conflict Management, Analytical and Creativity, Time Management, Problem Solving, Presentation, Planning and Organising, Communication, Computer Literacy, and Report Writing.
• Preference: Priority will be given to Coloured Males, Indian Males, Indian Females, and White Males.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Implementing the departmental anti-fraud and anti-corruption strategies.
• Identifying potential fraud and corruption risks and developing interventions to manage them.
• Conducting investigations into fraud and corruption business cases and proposing preventative measures.
• Organising and conducting fraud and corruption awareness campaigns.
• Supervising human, financial, equipment, and asset resources within the section.

What the Work Involves

As a Senior Administration Officer, you will be at the forefront of combating fraud and corruption within the Department of Employment and Labour. Your day-to-day work will involve both strategic planning and hands-on investigation. You will implement robust departmental strategies, proactively seeking out and identifying areas vulnerable to fraud and corruption, and then designing specific interventions to mitigate these risks.

A significant part of your role will involve conducting thorough investigations into suspected cases, gathering evidence, and analysing information to propose effective prevention measures. You will also be responsible for educating staff and the public by leading awareness campaigns. This role is based at the Provincial Office in eMalahleni, Mpumalanga, where you will also supervise the resources allocated to your section.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted by 28 September 2026.

Choose one of the following application methods:

• Email: Send your application to Jobs-MPU-RAIM@LABOUR.gov.za
• Post: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: Private Bag X7263, Emalahleni, 1035
• Hand Delivery: Deliver your application to the Corner of Hofmeyer Street and Beatty Avenue, Emalahleni.