ZIYANDA SIBANDA
Crime Scene Investigator
East London
Summary
Dedicated crime scene investigator with 8 years of hands-on experience and a strong commitment to excellence. Recognized for consistently delivering exceptional results while adhering to stringent targets and deadlines, demonstrating a proven ability to produce quality outcomes through effective leadership and team motivation. Expertise in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and team training enhances the ability to navigate complex situations with confidence. Proficient in utilizing advanced technologies for meticulous crime scene processing and evidence collection, ensuring integrity and accuracy throughout all investigative processes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Crime Scene Investigator
South African Police Service
05.2016 - Current
- Attend and recreate crime scenes to establish relationships between pieces of evidence by ensuring the extraction and linking of potential evidence for crime scenes.
- Identify and collect latent fingerprints, tyre impressions, tool marks and other biological and physical evidence for investigation through photography and other specialized techniques as well as the fast tracking and submission of evidence for court purposes.
- Substantiate validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved data integrity for court hearings.
- Keep current on all agency and state policies, rules, regulations and statutes.
- Handle and protect evidence according to rules and regulations and isolated crime scenes from external interference.
- Facilitate inter-departmental communication, promoting a cohesive approach to crime scene analysis and investigation.
- Prepare detailed reports on crime scene investigations, including observations, methodologies, and conclusions for legal proceedings.
- Testify in courts to support court cases and help reach favourable verdicts for crime victims.
- Liaise and work with other investigators, specialists and managers to establish and use appropriate methods for gathering evidence.
- Lead training sessions for new crime scene investigators, imparting knowledge on best practices and procedural standards.
- Demonstrate consistent hard work and dedication to achieve results and improve operations.
- Meet budget targets through responsible planning and resource allocation.
- Actively listen to customers to fully understand requests and address concerns.
- Pick up additional tasks to aid team success.
- Exceed goals through effective prioritisation and consistent work ethic.
- Enhance working relationships by participating in team-building activities.
Laboratory Clerk
National Health Laboratory Service
04.2008 - 04.2016
- Handled administrative queries.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Fostered operational efficiency and compliance with company policies through effective coordination of office activities.
- Kept physical files and digitize records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized team members.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously using organizational and analytical skills.
- Ensured accurate data entry in the laboratory information system, contributing to consistent results reporting.
- Enhanced overall lab functionality through proactive identification of areas for improvement, participating in process optimization initiatives as required.
- Enhanced lab productivity with timely preparation of laboratory materials and equipment for upcoming experiments.
- Supported quality control initiatives through diligent monitoring of expiration dates on chemicals and reagents, ensuring optimal performance in experiments.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) -
Stadio
12.2024
Bachelor of commerce - Transport and Logistics
University of South Africa
12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Physiological Sciences
Walter Sisulu University
12.2007
Grade 12 - undefined
Msunduzi Finishing School
12.2004
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Policy enforcement
- Investigation strategies
- Assertiveness
- Risk Management
- Legal knowledge
- Leadership qualities
- People Management
- Ethical judgement
Effective customer communication
Photographic evidence collection
References
- AJE, Van Heerden, Crime Scene Investigator, VanheerdenAJE@saps.gov.za, 0714934391, 0437049704, 15 Phillip Frame Road, Chiselhurst, Eastern Cape, 5201
- Y, Sikatele, Quality Manager, SikateleY@saps.gov.za, 0736565881, 0437049727, 15 Phillip Frame Road, Chiselhurst, Eastern Cape, 4740
- Vuyani, Mnyande, Lab Technician, Vuyani.mnyande@nhls.ac.za, 0827252446, 0397374714, 1 Main Street, Matatiele, Eastern Cape, 4740
TRAINING
- Preparation for Adjudication Panel, South African Police Service, 2020-02-10, 2020-02-21
- Forensic Programme for LCRC Personnel, South African Police Service, 2019-01-14, 2019-01-25
- Fingerprint Comparison Course, South African Police Service, 2018-01-15, 2018-01-19
- Introductory Basic Police Development Learning Programme, South African Police Service, 2017-05-08, 2017-07-28
- Advanced Crime Scene Course, South African Police Service, 2017-01-09, 2017-03-31
Timeline
Crime Scene Investigator
South African Police Service
05.2016 - Current
Laboratory Clerk
National Health Laboratory Service
04.2008 - 04.2016
Bachelor of commerce - Transport and Logistics
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Science - Physiological Sciences
Walter Sisulu University
Grade 12 - undefined
Msunduzi Finishing School
Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) -
Stadio