Primrose Khanyisile Mncube

Conduct inspection and investigation of areas including strategic risk, financial risk, fraud, theft, asset management and maintenance, procurement and contract management, contractor management, theft of energy, cables and meters, assault, crime, and any transgressions of legislative or council policies.

• Review complaints alleging fraud and corruption by facilitating attendance of complainants/whistleblowers and obtaining oral evidence, written statements, and supporting documentation.

• Prioritise investigations by considering the impact, value, and importance of each case.

• Prepare investigation work plans for new cases by examining preliminary information, identifying the subject of investigation, determining required resources, and identifying applicable legislation within South Africa.

• Plan and manage investigative tasks by maintaining investigation diaries and logs of daily visits, activities, and evidence obtained.

• Execute preliminary forensic investigations through suspect profiling, field surveillance, and interviewing witnesses and suspects.

• Examine relevant government and business records, expert reports, and correspondence to procure information; conduct sample audits and system reviews; cultivate informer networks.

• Perform forensic analysis of relevant documentation through systematic examination and maintenance of chain of evidence.

• Respond to crime scenes and locations where offences have occurred to obtain necessary evidence.

• Generate investigation status reports reflecting progress of investigations.

• Provide regular feedback to management and customers regarding investigation progress and outcomes.

• Liaise and provide support to SAPS, Senior Management (eThekwini Electricity), National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), and other law enforcement agencies.

• Evaluate investigative findings to determine relevance, admissibility, and probable cause, and make recommendations to senior management.

• Present evidence in criminal court proceedings, civil litigation, disciplinary hearings, misconduct enquiries, and commissions of enquiry.

• Remain abreast of new developments and investigative techniques through research of legislation, policies, and investigative practices.

• Identify and investigate scrap metal dealers involved in illegal purchasing and selling of electrical infrastructure.

• Identify and investigate organised syndicates involved in theft of electrical infrastructure.

• Accompany technical personnel and stakeholders during random inspections of scrap dealer premises.

• Attend workshops, seminars, and training programmes to remain updated on legislation and professional investigative standards.

• Incident report writing
• Handling of informer
• Executed search and seizure operations in accordance with legal regulations, ensuring thorough evidence collection and documentation for prosecution purposes.
• Developed criminal profiles based on behavioral analysis and case data to identify potential suspects in ongoing investigations.
• Coordinated with forensic experts to implement advanced techniques for evidence collection and preservation during major incidents.
• Implemented and managed community policing initiatives to enhance public cooperation and gather intelligence on local criminal activities.
• Led comprehensive operational strategies to address regional crime trends, enhancing investigative efficiency and community safety.
• Executed multi-agency collaboration to streamline case investigations, improving evidence sharing and operational outcomes.
• Developed community partnership initiatives to bolster intelligence gathering and foster stronger connections between law enforcement and local citizens.
• Conducted thorough community crime scene investigations to ensure evidence integrity and support successful court prosecutions.
• Supervised the administration of investigation dockets and ensured meticulous documentation for all criminal cases handled.
• Implemented tactical approaches for suspect interrogation and evidence handling, enhancing case resolution efficiency.
• Executed emergency response protocols during critical incidents, ensuring rapid identification and apprehension of suspects while maintaining public safety.
• Directed complex criminal investigations involving multiple suspects, ensuring thorough evidence gathering and adherence to legal protocols.
• Conducted in-depth analyses of case evidence to support criminal investigations and enhance prosecutorial success.
• Conducted undercover operations to gather intelligence on organized crime activities and key suspects.
• Utilized advanced forensic techniques to analyze evidence and support criminal investigations, improving case outcomes.
• Performed trend analysis to identify emerging crime patterns, developing strategic responses to enhance community safety.
• Collaborated with external agencies on joint task forces to tackle cross-jurisdictional criminal activities.
• Presented detailed reports and findings during court proceedings to support prosecution efforts and ensure effective justice outcomes.
• Coordinated high-level investigations into organized crime activities, ensuring compliance with legal protocols and enhancing case prosecution success rates.
• Supervised crime scene assessments and evidence preservation methods, guaranteeing the integrity of materials collected for investigation.
• Conducted thorough crime scene investigations to collect and preserve evidence, ensuring integrity and accuracy for successful prosecution.

• Teaching students based on national curriculum guidelines within my specialist subject area
• Planning, preparing and delivering lesson lessons
• Encourage student participation in lessons and in other school-related activities