Tebogo Germina Ledingoane

Highly experienced Senior Vetting Investigator with over 14 years of experience conducting complex personnel security vetting, fieldwork investigations, background verification, and compliance checks across government departments. Skilled in collecting, analysing, and validating sensitive information to support Top Secret and Secret clearance decisions in alignment with the MISS, DHA, SAPS (CRC) and SSA vetting principles. Demonstrates strong interviewing capability, investigative judgement, stakeholder communication, and report writing skills.

Known for maintaining confidentiality, ensuring compliance with national vetting frameworks, and delivering accurate, high-quality vetting reports within strict timelines. Brings proven expertise in risk assessment, case file management, and vetting policy support with a commitment to professional ethics and service excellence.

Senior Vetting Investigator (ASD) – Level 10 - Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) - Pretoria

(2013-04)

• Conduct Secret and Top-Secret vetting fieldwork investigations, including interviews with references, nominees, neighbours, and employers.
• Collect, analyse, validate, and interpret sensitive information and documents during vetting investigations.
• Compile detailed vetting reports and submit to the State Security Agency (SSA) for decision-making.
• Conduct personnel suitability checks (PSC) in line with MISS Chapter 6 and national vetting standards.
• Facilitate Vetting Awareness workshops across the Department to strengthen compliance.
• Liaise with SSA, SAPS CRC, DHA, Deeds Office, and other entities for background checks.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing vetting policies, SOPs, and internal guidelines.
• Manage the vetting investigations database and ensure accurate record keeping.
• Attend to all vetting-related enquiries and provide professional client service.
• Support project management and event coordination within the Directorate.
• Ensure timely completion of vetting investigations and adherence to confidentiality requirements.

Vetting Officer – Level 7 - Department of Rural Development & Land Reform

(2010-05 - 2013-04)

• Conducted pre-employment screening and background verification on applicants.
• Performed fieldwork investigations and drafted vetting summaries.
• Verified personal information, qualifications, and employment history.
• Conducted interviews with references and compiled reports for internal review.
• Ensured compliance with vetting legislation and organisational policies.
• Maintained accurate case files and vetting documentation.

Credit Supervisor – Out of Order Accounts - ABSA Bank Group Retail Centre (PTA) - Pretoria

(2005-07 - 2010-04)

• Managed and supervised out-of-order credit accounts for small business clients.
• Assessed client risk, payment patterns, and credit behaviour.
• Investigated irregular activity and escalated high-risk cases.
• Monitored compliance with credit policies and internal controls.
• Supported recovery strategies and customer communication.

Financial Administration Clerk - ABSA Administration Centre (PTA) - Pretoria

(2003-03 - 2005-06)

• Managed financial documentation and reconciliations.
• Performed administrative support to the finance unit.
• Captured and verified transactions and client information.

Service Support Clerk - ABSA Bank (Menlyn Park) - Pretoria

(2001-04 - 2003-02)

• Assisted with customer service, account queries, and document verification.
• Opening of savings accounts
• Supported branch operations and administrative functions.

Intern – HR Management Directorate - Ga-Rankuwa Hospital

(2000-04 - 2000-11)

• Supported HR administration and employee file management.
• Assisted with recruitment documentation, developments and HR compliance processes.

BA Honours - Criminology - University of South Africa (UNISA) (2024)

BA Degree - Health Sciences & Social Services - University of South Africa (UNISA) (2017)

Higher Certificate - Criminal Justice & Forensic Investigations - University of Johannesburg (2014)

National Higher Certificate - Human Resource Management - Tshwane University of Technology (2000)

Grade 12 – Matric - L.G.

Holele High

School (1996)