Special Investigating Unit (SIU) Senior Manager: Civil Litigation Vacancy 2026
Special Investigating Unit (SIU)
General / Other
More Special Investigating Unit (SIU) posts →Monthly stipend
Not stated
Closing date
18 Sept 2026
12 days left
- Opportunity
- Contract
- Minimum education
- Postgraduate (NQF 8+)
- Location
- Gauteng
- SETA
- LGSETA
- Posted
- 06 Sept 2026
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Opportunity Overview
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is an independent statutory body established under the Public Finance Management Act. Its core mandate involves investigating allegations of corruption, malpractice, and maladministration within government departments, municipalities, and State-Owned Entities. The SIU also works to recover financial losses suffered by State institutions.
This opportunity invites an enthusiastic professional to join the SIU's dynamic team, playing a crucial role in the fight against corruption and the recovery of State funds. The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective functioning of the Civil Litigation Section, which handles civil litigation for the SIU and other State institutions under investigation.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Qualification: B Honours Degree in Law or equivalent (NQF 8).
- Admission: Must be admitted as an Attorney or an Advocate.
- Experience:
- Six to eight years of relevant experience within a civil litigation environment after admission as an Advocate or Attorney.
- At least four years of this experience must be at a management level.
Key Responsibilities
The Senior Manager: Civil Litigation will oversee and manage the Civil Litigation Section, with duties including but not limited to:
- Leading strategic planning for and managing the Civil Litigation Section of the SIU.
- Managing and overseeing civil litigation on behalf of the SIU and State Institutions under investigation by the SIU.
- Providing Consulting Services.
- Managing the financial aspects of the section.
- Managing human resources within the section.
- Engaging in Stakeholder Management.
What the Work Involves
As a Senior Manager in the Civil Litigation Section, you will lead and manage a vital legal department in Pretoria. Your role will involve strategic oversight, guiding the section's planning and operational activities to ensure effective handling of civil litigation. Day-to-day, this includes managing complex legal cases, providing expert consulting services, and ensuring the financial and human resources of the section are managed efficiently. You will also be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with various stakeholders, both internal and external to the SIU. The work environment is within a dedicated legal department, focused on high-impact investigations and the recovery of State assets.
How to Apply
Applications for this opportunity close on 18 September 2026.
To apply, please use the official SIU careers portal: https://siucareers.ci.hr/applicant/index.php?controller=Listings&method=view&listingid=f298b3b5-189b-41f0-ba8a-bbd8323083e0
Important Notes for Applicants:
- The SIU is an Anti-Corruption Investigating Unit. Applicants are required to make a full and frank disclosure in their application form.
- Fraudulent qualifications or documentation will result in automatic disqualification.
- All candidates will undergo integrity screening procedures in line with the SIU's Screening, Vetting and Lifestyle Audit Policy. A favourable end report from this process is essential for appointment.
This listing in context
What the 332 opportunities we currently hold say about this one.
- Live contract posts
- 60
- In Gauteng
- 22
- Closing within 7 days
- 7
20% of the 60 live contract posts we hold ask for Postgraduate (NQF 8+). The commonest requirement is Degree (NQF 7), at 38%.
Live contract posts stay open for a median of 14 days between posting and closing date.
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How the selection usually runs
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What you leave with
Directly relevant experience at the level you want, and internal standing when a permanent post at that level is eventually advertised.
Where this leads next
Contract renewal or extension
Continued funding for the project or post.
Permanent appointment at the same level
Competing for the post when it is advertised — contract service does not convert automatically.
A higher level elsewhere
The experience the contract gave you, which is what the next advert is asking for.
A typical route, not a guarantee — progression depends on vacancies, funding and your own performance.
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