DEPUTY DIRECTOR: RISK MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE

Closes: Thursday, 21 March 2024
Job type: Permanent
Salary: R958 824.00
Location: Pretoria

Reference Number: ACSM/001/2024

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individual to prevent and /or mitigate business risks for SANBI by ensuring compliance with various legislation inter alia the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations as well as the King IV report (recommendations) and ensuring sound corporate governance through the implementation of best practice interventions.

This position requires a degree in Commerce / Risk Management or Internal Audit or equivalent qualification at NQF 7. A postgraduate degree in Commerce / Risk Management or Internal Audit or equivalent qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires a minimum of 8 years of work experience in enterprise wide risk management, 4 years of which should be in first line management position(s).

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: in-depth understanding and experience in working with relevant legislation, policies, procedures, processes, practices, protocols, systems and frameworks related to risk management and compliance; advanced knowledge, understanding and experience of administration and management of risk management, compliance and reporting systems; extensive knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, and Treasury Regulations; high level of attention to detail in dealing with planning, coordination, and management of risk and compliance throughout the organization; advanced ability to work with diverse team and under pressure while being quality, cost, and safety conscious; advanced knowledge for planning, organising, and reports writing skills; excellent organisational, interpersonal, analytical, and problem solving skills; excellent communication skills (both verbal and written); excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook). The possession of a valid driver’s licence with at least one-year practical driving experience is advantageous and a willingness to travel nationally is essential.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Champion Compliance Management;
• Implement Business Continuity Management;
• Implement Ethics Management programmes within SANBI;
• Assist with maintaining Risk Management (and related) systems and processes viz. fraud prevention, hotline process management, maintain alleged fraud register, perform administrative functions regarding RMFPC, etc; and
• Discharge duties of the designated Loss Control Officer.

Application procedure:

1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for this position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).

2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.

3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.

4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered.

Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorized verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. For more information, kindly refer to SANBI’s website.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups.

Contact Mr Stephen Mahlangu on Tel: 012 843 5217 for any queries related to seeking clarity on this position. Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications must be submitted quoting reference of position applied via an e-mail to recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za

Postal applications must be addressed to:

Assistant Director: Human Resources
South African National Biodiversity Institute
Private Bag X101
Pretoria
0001

Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI. If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates must consider their applications unsuccessful.

All the best with your applications