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Business Analysis Competency Centre Lead

Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to drive the improvement of data governance and security maturity levels within the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Group to support reliable decision-making, appropriate data usage and the protection thereof.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

Drive the implementation of the Business Analysis Competency Centre (BACC) strategy and roadmap to ensure an alignment to best practice methodologies.
Provide management information for decision-making in relation to the BACC maturity targets.
Develop and drive the implementation of an enterprise-wide BACC maturity roadmap and conduct ongoing assessments.
Develop, implement and maintain an effective BACC operating model that defines the frameworks, standards, toolsets and methods governing the business analysis (BA) practice in the SARB.
Coordinate and facilitate collaboration between cross-functional BA teams and other stakeholders to assess and ensure uniformity and compliance.
Collaborate with the business relationship management (BRM) process to drive the centralised capacity management and central BA sourcing model to manage demand and supply.
Provide budget forecasts for capital and operational expenditure of the BACC and manage variances thereof.
Participate in governance forums and other relevant bodies such as the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) to keep abreast of and contribute to advancements in the industry.
Ensure that the BACC comply with the SARB’s legislative and regulatory requirements to mitigate risks.
Define the business analysis development paths and requirements as well as oversee the implementation and compliance thereto.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

a minimum of an Honours degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or an equivalent combination of education and job-related experience; and
a minimum of 8–10 years’ experience in BA.

Additional requirements include:

knowledge and skills in
industry, business and organisational awareness;
quality assurance;
continuous improvement; and
continued learning/professional development;
business analysis planning and monitoring;
enterprise analysis;
business domain expertise;
requirement analysis;
solution assessment and validation;
requirement management and communication;
project management;
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems;
human resources policies and procedures;
conceptual thinking;
developing and growing others;
service and stakeholder focus;
effective communication;
building and maintaining relationships;
impact and influence;
interpersonal sensitivity;
analysing and problem-solving;
planning and organising;
judgement and decision-making;
strategic thinking;
managing complexity and ambiguity; and
innovation and creativity.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.

Reporting Systems Inspector

Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to supervise the inspection and certification of reporting systems as well as the monitoring and reporting of all cross-border transactions.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas, among others:

Finalise and authorise reports emanating from transaction data analyses and provide regular status updates.
Engage with internal and external stakeholders regarding system requirements, the testing and certification of systems, correspondence, on-site visits and reporting exceptions.
Propose and implement actions to refine and continually improve tools, methods and processes in the functional area.
Lead the annual inspections planning process to ensure focus on high-risk areas.
Provide training on accepted inspection procedures, contributing to the professional development of team members.
Act as a team leader and coach by allocating work as well as coordinating and guiding the delivery and execution of inspections of reporting entities, ensuring that their systems and reporting of cross-border transactions comply with the currency and exchanges manuals.
Ensure that work is completed within established inspection best practices, processes, rules and regulations, ensuring compliance with standards, policies and other guidelines.
Proactively broaden knowledge and keep abreast of changes in technology, policies and regulations in the functional area, and ensure adherence to these standards.
Provide input into the evaluation of team members’ performance and development needs.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Informatics, Information Systems, Information Technology (IT) Auditing or an equivalent NQF7 qualification; and
at least five to eight years’ relevant experience performing general IT control reviews, IT security reviews and/or IT governance and data analysis, preferably in the financial sector environment.

The following would be an added advantage:

a Certified Information Systems Audit (CISA) certification or an equivalent certification.

Additional requirements include:

knowledge of:
the reporting system operations manual;
risk management and compliance practices and standards;
the Control Objectives for Information Technologies (COBIT) and Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) frameworks;
business continuity planning and skill;
knowledge of and experience in exchange control legislation, governance, risk management and compliance;
competence in Microsoft (MS) Office packages (e.g. MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint);
verbal and written communication (including presentation and report writing) skills;
planning and organisational skills;
a learning focus;
a drive for results; and
impact and influence.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

Associate Business Finance Partner (x 2)

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

Prepare reconciliations.
Improve current accounting and financial management processes and controls.
Document critical processes in the Financial Planning and Analysis Division.
Prepare journals relating to prepayments, accruals and so forth.
Prepare and analyse monthly financial budget performance results.
Assist SARB departments in annual budget preparations.
Provide input on the preparation of financial statements.
Assist in the resolution of audit findings.
Assist finance business partners with other requests, projects and responsibilities that may arise.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

a Chartered Accountant (South Africa) (CA (SA)) qualification; and
at least one year of post-articles experience.

Additional requirements include:

industry, organisational and business awareness knowledge and skill;
corporate governance knowledge and skill;
skills in:
quality assurance;
financial management;
project management;
people management;
effective communication;
judgement and decision-making;
analysis and problem-solving;
building and maintaining relationships;
impact and influence;
leading change;
a drive for results;
continuous learning and/or professional development;
managing complexity and ambiguity;
proficiency in Microsoft applications.

Bank Analyst

Job Description

Brief description

The purpose of this position is to perform prudential oversight on designated registered banking entities through a combination of on-site and off-site monitoring, analyses and supervision, thereby contributing to the financial and governance soundness of financial institutions.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

Assess and understand the strategy and business model of the bank.
Analyse and form a supervisory view of the risks facing the bank and the impact thereof on its risk profile.
Analyse and assess the adequacy and appropriateness of business and risk management practices applied by the bank and compare it against industry best practices.
Analyse and assess the evolving economic and operating environment and the impact thereof on the bank’s risk profile.
Identify and monitor emerging risks to the banking sector in general and the bank in particular.
Assess compliance with the Banks Act 94 of 1990, Co-operative Banks Act 40 of 2007, Mutual Banks Act 124 of 1993 and the Regulations relating to Banks.
Prepare detailed reports based on the outcome of the analysis performed.
Prepare detailed formal feedback to banks following on-site reviews and meetings held with banks’ management, executives and board members.
Plan, arrange, prepare for and conduct meetings.
Present the outcome of ongoing analyses and supervisory assessments to representatives of the bank.
Maintain permanent electronic records in respect of the bank.
Undertake ad hoc projects as assigned by management.
Undertake frequent, often high-level liaison with the bank and other interest groups, such as the external auditors of the bank.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must have:

a Postgraduate qualification (NQF 8) in Commerce, Economics, Finance, Compliance Management, Risk Management, or Accounting;
five to eight years’ experience in the banking sector, finance sector, regulatory sector, or risk management environment; and
a chartered accountant CA(SA) or Associate General Accountant AGA (SA) qualification would be an added advantage.

Additional requirements include:

knowledge and understanding of:
financial reporting standards;
business protocol;
business models applied by banks and the financial and operating environment of banks;
relevant risk management standards and practices;
legislation relating to banks;
the banking system, financial and banking products, regulations and risk models;
the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision’s (BCBS) capital framework and the Basel Core Principles at a theoretical level;
prudential supervision and the supervisory framework applied in South Africa; and
key issues facing banks;
skills in analysing the business of banks;
innovative problem-solving skills;
strong analytical, verbal and writing skills and proficiency in verbal and written communication; and
good interpersonal skills.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

Junior Bank Analyst

Job Description

Brief description

The purpose of this position is to perform prudential oversight of designated registered banking entities forming part of a large banking group through a combination of off-site and on-site monitoring, analysis and supervision, thereby contributing to the financial soundness and sound governance of such banking entities, and ultimately the safety and soundness of the financial sector.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

Exercise supervisory oversight of designated mutual banks, co-operative banks and co-operative financial institutions (CFIs).
Analyse and assess the strategies and business models as well as business portfolios of CFIs.
Analyse and form a supervisory view of the risks banks are facing and the impact thereof on their risk profiles.
Analyse and assess the adequacy and appropriateness of business and risk management practices applied by banks as well as the alignment thereof with industry best practices.
Analyse and assess the evolving economic and operating environment and the impact thereof on CFIs’ risk profiles.
Identify and monitor emerging risks and the potential impact thereof on the co-operative banking sector and CFIs, in particular.
Develop and apply analytical methods to analyse and interpret risk-based regulatory data submissions.
Assess compliance with the Banks Act 94 of 1990 (Banks Act), the Financial Sector Regulation Act 9 of 2017 (FSR Act), the Mutual Banks Act 124 of 1993 (Mutual Banks Act), the Co-operative Banks Act 40 of 2007 (CBA), the Co-operatives Act 14 of 2005 and Prudential Standard TCFI-01.
Prepare detailed reports based on the outcome of analyses performed.
Plan, arrange, prepare for and conduct on-site reviews and prudential meetings with banks’ management, executives, boards and board subcommittees.
Prepare detailed formal feedback to banks following on-site reviews and prudential meetings held with banks’ management, executives, boards and board subcommittees.
Present the outcome of ongoing analysis and supervisory assessments to senior management of the Prudential Authority and representatives of CFIs.
Maintain permanent electronic records in respect of banks.
Manage correspondence pertaining to CFIs.
Undertake ad hoc projects as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

a postgraduate degree (NQF 8) in Accounting, Banking, Economics, Finance, Risk Management or a relevant equivalent qualification; and
up to two years’ relevant working experience in a regulatory environment or the financial sector.

Additional requirements include:

being innovative and accountable;
possessing problem-solving and analytical skills;
displaying financial and business acumen;
paying attention to detail;
having excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in verbal and written communication;
being able to effectively and efficiently manage time;
having proven ability to influence, build and maintain relationships;
having a good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and other related software packages;
being conversant in the CBA, FSR Act and related standards and regulations;
having knowledge of prudential supervision and the supervisory framework applied in South Africa;
having knowledge of basic risk management standards and practices applied by banks and banking groups;
understanding key issues and risks banks and banking groups face;
possessing an in-depth knowledge of the business of banks;
understanding the business models applied by and the financial and operating environment of banks; and
knowing and understanding corporate governance and risk management best practices and standards.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

Financial Sector Cybersecurity Consultant X2

Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to drive cybersecurity collaboration across the financial sector by setting up, facilitating and participating in structures (internal, inter-organisational, national, regional and international) that aim to create resilience against and ensure appropriate responses to cybersecurity incidents.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

Drive industry collaboration in ensuring cybersecurity resilience by supporting legislation, setting up structures where appropriate or participating within national structures under the Financial Sector Regulation Act 9 of 2017 and National Cybersecurity Policy Framework (e.g. the Financial Sector Contingency Forum, Financial Sector Cyber Resilience Subcommittee, Cyber/Computer Security Incident Response Teams (CSIRTs), Cyber Response Committee and National Consumer Commission).
Drive regional and international collaboration on cybersecurity and cyber-resilience by leading and contributing to existing and new structures (e.g. the Cyber Working Group under the Committee of Central Bank Governors in the Southern African Development Community, BRICS Rapid Information Security Channel, International Monetary Fund Cyber Resilience Centre, and cyber working groups under the Bank for International Settlements).
Coordinate areas of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) involved in cybersecurity (e.g. the Prudential Authority, Financial Stability Department, Business Solutions and Technology Department and National Payment System Department) in ensuring the SARB Group’s participation, alignment and support of sectoral, national, regional and international efforts.
Position the SARB Group as a leader in financial sector collaboration and information-sharing to promote cyber-resilience.
Develop, maintain and update the SARB Group Cyber Resilience Framework in line with collaboration efforts.
Develop, oversee the implementation of, and ensure compliance with the SARB Group’s Cyber Security Responsible Disclosure Policy.
Ensure the SARB Group drives and capacitates national and regional sector CSIRTs and supports international response efforts.
Ensure appropriate state agency involvement when dealing with incidents as part of the National Incident Management Centre structure.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

a minimum of an Honours degree (NQF 8) in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Technology or an equivalent qualification;
advanced security certifications that are not product-, security area- or technology-specific (e.g. CISSP, CISM or CEH); and
at least eight to 10 years’ experience in cybersecurity management.

Additional requirements include:

knowledge and skill in:
cybersecurity governance;
cybersecurity incident and threat management;
risk management;
emergency/contingency management;
general management;
business continuity management;
effective communication skills;
conceptual thinking skills;
planning and giving advice;
building and maintaining relationships;
impact and influence;
a drive for results;
negotiation skills;
managing complexity and ambiguity;
judgements and decision-making skills;
interpersonal sensitivity;
knowledge of the relevant legislation; and
advanced computer literacy skills.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

Associate Economic Statistician

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

Collect, compile and analyse public sector statistics.
Check the accuracy of data received, validate source data and liaise frequently with respondents.
Analyse financial statements in the prescribed format.
Enhance and maintain the statistical database.
Analyse data and statistics using business intelligence tools to identify trends and present analytical findings in written reports, including graphs and tables.
Provide internal and external statistical information.
Apply methodological standards to ensure adherence to international best practices.
Assist with presentations as well as general administrative and ad-hoc tasks required by the unit.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

an Honour’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Statistics or an equivalent qualification; and
two years’ experience in the field of economic analysis and/or financial economics or accounting.

About Us

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:

The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.

The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inﬂation low and steady.

Financial Stability

The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance ﬁnancial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the ﬁnancial system.

Prudential Regulation

The Prudential Authority regulates ﬁnancial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support ﬁnancial stability.

Financial Markets

Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.

Financial Surveillance

The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.

Payments and Settlements

The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern ﬁnancial system.

Statistics

The SARB provides important economic and ﬁnancial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.

Research

Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, ﬁnancial stability, banking and emerging trends in ﬁnance. Our research supports policy decision-making.

Banknotes and Coin

The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.

Reaction Team Officer

Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to provide an effective first-line response capability in security emergencies within the Cape Town Office of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB).

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

•    Rapidly respond to and contain physical security threats.
•    Provide tactical security support to executive protection mobile and static operations as and when required.
•    Provide support in response to security emergencies, including during disasters.
•    Perform duties of a security official in the absence of emergencies.
•    Provide initial medical assistance in the event of a medical emergency.
•    Provide information to management for the purposes of decision-making.
•    Proactively broaden knowledge of own functional area, displaying a willingness to make improvements in the division (including methods and practices).

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

a Grade 12 certificate/NQF Level 4 qualification.
a Basic Tactical Security Training (BTST) certificate;
a skills programme in tactical security and emergency response certificate of competence;
two to five years’ experience in a tactical security environment;
knowledge of physical security, static and mobile protection, emergency reaction/response, basic ambulance assistance, electronic security systems, firearm handling and crime scene management;
a level of medical and physical fitness which is commensurate with the inherent requirements of this position;
a Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) Grade C certificate;
a competence certificate in handling firearms (9 mm pistol, semi-automatic rifle and shotgun);
a favourable security clearance; and
a valid Code 8 driver’s licence.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

Administrator – Contracts Management

Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to perform administrative duties in support of contracts management within the Legal Services Department (LSD) of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB).

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

Plan, manage workload and deliver quality work as well as collaborate and coordinate with team members on allocated task as may be necessary from time to time.
Ensure that the work is performed within the established practices, given processes, rules and regulations, ensuring compliance with standards, policies and other guidelines.
Provide first-line support to queries related to payments, the status of contracts and other non-contract-related documentation stored on the contract management system.
Draft correspondence addressing contract-related matters (e.g. price increases, terminations and renewals) for approval by the senior administrator.
Diagnose problems, choose and/or modify routines to deal with them, displaying the ability to provide solutions for problems within a defined context
Extract and review system-generated reports to ensure complete and relevant management information.
Engage with relevant stakeholders and user departments within the SARB Group.
Proactively broaden own knowledge of functional area, displaying a willingness to make improvements in own work (including methods and practices).
Perform general administration tasks, including records management in support of the section’s operations.
Provide information periodically and escalate complex work-related problems to the team leader for the purposes of decision-making by management.
Evaluate own performance against given criteria and identify and address task-specific learning needs.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

at least a higher certificate (NQF 5) in contracts management or an equivalent qualification; and
at least three to five years’ experience in a contracts management environment.

Additional requirements include:

verbal and business writing communication skills;
analysis and problem-solving skills;
drive for results;
planning, prioritising and organising;
service and stakeholder focus;
attention to detail;
quality management;
teamwork and collaboration; and
agility and flexibility.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

Contractor-Building Engineer

Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to manage the maintenance, planning and inspection of the Cash Centre’s building in order to maximise the building’s life and the availability of technical equipment in support of engineering operations and in accordance with legislative requirements.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

Manage and monitor operational, corrective and preventive maintenance as well as the equipment replacement programme at the South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) Cash Centre in Cape Town, including the documenting and inventory of all systems.
Manage the work of all external service providers to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and budgetary requirements.
Identify and mitigate the risks associated with building operations, and plan and report accordingly to ensure good governance.
Ensure that the design and maintenance of the building systems meet the legislative as well as health and safety requirements.
Define and manage the installation of building systems, and specify maintenance and operating procedures.
Manage stakeholders and service level agreements by engaging and developing project contracts with external service providers.
Develop plans and apply techniques to ensure optimal output and life-cycle cost of all buildings and building equipment (systems).
Manage the performance and development of technical staff in the respective unit.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must have:

a Bachelor’s degree (NQF7) in the Built Environment or Engineering, or an equivalent qualification;
a management qualification;
registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) or be a candidate thereof; and
at least 5–8 years of experience in engineering or building maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

Business Relationship Manager

Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to oversee the management of information technology (IT) services at the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) and ensure the effective and timely delivery thereof.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

Lead and drive strategic and transformational projects and initiatives.
Partner with business and provide IT-related advisory services in line with the strategy of the organisation.
Demonstrate client departmental domain knowledge by ensuring high-level technology impact analysis is provided to business in the delivery of fit-for-purpose solutions.
Maintain the demand process for new proposals and take overall responsibility for steering these proposals through the early phases of approval.
Develop and enhance relationships with key business stakeholders, actively manage their expectations and monitor satisfaction levels.
Address business demand by gathering high-level technology requirements, and own and maintain the demand/supply forecast.
Provide input to demand planning and prioritisation, and ensure that the demand is in line with the agreed IT investment and operating plan.
Identify demand conflicts, recommending appropriate escalation for resolution and balancing requests for new work with the existing workload.
Manage a team of business analysts, directing their work in line with the strategic goals of the SARB to efficiently and effectively support the business demands.
Fulfil the line management function in terms of staff development and performance.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

an Honour’s degree in Information Technology;
eight to 10 years’ work experience in an IT environment, of which at least three years should be in people management.

Additional requirements include:

knowledge and skill in:
industry, organisational and business awareness;
continuous learning and/or professional development;
quality assurance;
IT enablement planning and information management;
contract and associated service management;
business intelligence and reporting;
stakeholder and business relationship management;
the ability to manage capacity and performance; and
continuous improvement.

The following would be an advantage:

an IT Service Management certificate.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

Release and Build Engineer

Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to develop, maintain and support quality management solutions to meet the business needs within the South African Reserve Bank Group (SARB Group).

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

Define own work plan and deliverables with guidance from the Scrum Masters, Release Train Engineers, Team Leader and/or Release Manager.
Conduct analysis and design quality information technology (IT) solutions according to approved business requirements and in line with governance frameworks.
Deliver quality IT solutions through development, integration, testing and deployment according to the approved design specification and within agreed timelines.
Ensure the total quality of an IT solution according to approved standards.
Consistently provide quality management IT solution maintenance and support in the designated area, thereby ensuring business continuity in line with the agreed service standards.
Keep abreast of developments in information and communication technology (ICT) trends and within the specialised area of technology to develop and design the most appropriate IT solution within the area of responsibility.
Engage with the internal and external user community to ensure that business benefits are realised.
Manage application configuration, including the administration of users, features, interfaces, reports and workflows within the suite of tools within the environment, with particular focus on GitLab, Maven, JUnit, SonarQube, OpenText Dimensions CM and Deployment Automation.
Troubleshoot application issues, create user manuals, and conduct upgrades and training.
Ensure the automation of application deployment (using GitLab, Maven, JUnit, SonarQube, OpenText Dimensions CM, Deployment Automation or other tools).
Manage the IT software development life cycle and code management.
Review the work of team members as related to the verification of builds, scripts, installation procedures, source code control and issue tracking.
Assign, monitor and report on task assignments across the team while also performing hands-on technical activities.
Track releases to process compliance and recommend best practice for automated tool implementation, usage and practices.
Provide consultation on complex projects.
Train users, address new or changed business needs of the tool, and follow agile and waterfall methodologies.
Establish a knowledge base for dimensions and deployment automation.
Conduct regular audits and ensure all findings are addressed.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

a National Diploma (NQF 6) in IT, Computer Science or an equivalent qualification;
at least two to five years of experience in the technical administration of GitLab, Maven, JUnit, SonarQube, OpenText Dimensions CM and Deployment Automation;
five to seven years’ experience in both Agile and Waterfall Release and build engineering;
strong Linux and Unix skills;
experience with server administration;
experience with Oracle database administration;
scripting experience in Batch, JavaScript, PowerShell, Shell; and
familiarity with GitLab, Maven, JUnit, SonarQube and OpenText Dimensions setup, maintenance and plug-ins.

Additional requirements include:

knowledge and skill in:
industry, organisational and business awareness;
quality assurance;
continuous improvement;
continued learning and professional development;
service and stakeholder focus;
resilience; and
analysis and problem solving.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

Coin Operations Coordinator

Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to coordinate all operations related to the withdrawal of coins from circulation, the defacing and destruction thereof as well as to manage stakeholder contractual agreements and related administration.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

Plan and coordinate all operations related to the withdrawal of coins from circulation and the defacing and destruction thereof (planning, logistics etc.).
Develop operational plans and provide input into procedures and systems related to the withdrawal of coins from circulation.
Collate input into the development, execution and management of vendor contracts and service level agreements in conjunction with the Legal Services Department, to ensure the provision of goods and services.
Supervise the administration of all activities related to the withdrawal of coins from circulation and the defacing and destruction thereof (including invoicing, reconciliations, payments etc.).
Analyse trends and provide reports and recommendations in relation to the coin withdrawal and destruction process.
Coordinate the invocation of the business continuity plan with relevant stakeholders in the event of a disaster.
Represent the division in coin projects to provide business requirements and ensure that they are developed and implemented accordingly.
Manage stakeholder relations, including but not limited to, representing the Currency Management Department at the cash industry forums and meetings with vendors to drive coin initiatives.
Manage physical stock counts of inventory and ensure inventory is managed optimally.
Stay abreast of developments and technologies in the supply and demand industry and ensure the application thereof.
Manage the performance and development of the team and control costs.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

at least a Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Operations or Supply Chain Management; and
at least five to seven years’ experience in supply chain operations and proficiency in statistical and forecasting fundamentals. Experience in a banking environment would be advantageous.

Additional requirements include:

skills in:
project management;
data visualisation;
MS Office;
planning and organisation;
systems thinking;
effective verbal and written communication;
the ability to manage complexity and ambiguity;
supply chain forecasting and planning knowledge; and
industry, organisational and business awareness.

Macroprudential Specialist

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for, among other things, the following key performance areas:

Conduct systemic risk assessments (both quantitative and qualitative) and report the results to policymakers.
Conduct in-depth analyses of domestic and international developments to identify actual and/or potential risks and develop early warning signals of stress to enable the early detection of systemic vulnerabilities.
Compile thorough, concise and clear reports on research findings and the implications thereof for the stability of the domestic financial system.
Contribute to the development and implementation of monitoring frameworks for systemic risk in domestic financial institutions.
Prepare briefings and presentations on research findings and economic analysis and present to internal and external stakeholders.
Stay abreast of methodological developments relevant to systemic risk assessments, analyse how these changes impact current methodologies and how the methodologies can be amended based on the identified changes.
Support the skills development of junior specialists by providing guidance on the subject matter in own scope of work.
Deliver work independently and determine deliverables from a range of prescheduled and ad hoc team responsibilities.
Contribute to other strategic projects.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

a minimum of an Honours degree in Economics, Finance, Econometrics, Statistics, Risk Management, or an equivalent qualification; and
a minimum of five years’ job-related experience with a background in macroeconomics, econometrics and/or quantitative analysis of systemic risk in the financial sector.

Associate Macroprudential Specialist

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for, among other things, the following key performance areas:

Assist with the development and implementation of monitoring frameworks for systemic risk in domestic financial institutions.
Analyse and reconcile new data with historical trends and other relevant data and sources.
Conduct research to inform the assumptions and relationships that underpin economic and other models.
Assist with the building of simple models, the running of short-term simulation exercises, and the analysing and explaining of model results.
Compile thorough, comprehensive and descriptive reports.
Demonstrate an understanding and application of all methodological standards, techniques and protocols that apply to own work.
Prepare briefings and presentations on research findings and economic analysis, and present these to the internal team.
Support the skills development of junior specialists by providing guidance on the subject matter in own scope of work.
Assist with the development and implementation of the top-down and bottom-up stress testing frameworks (methodologies, processes, models etc.).
Support the conducting and reporting of stress testing exercises in the financial system to provide advice to policymakers.
Support the senior macroprudential specialists in co-ordinating and analysing the results of the stress testing exercises with relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

a Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Economics, Finance or Statistics, or an equivalent qualification;
at least 2–5 years of relevant job-related experience; and
a strong background in Economics or Econometrics.

Team Leader – Systems Administration

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

Fulfil the team leadership function pertaining to the performance and the development of the team as well as optimise and manage resources.
Plan work for self and others in the team, supervise the quality of work and facilitate the delivery of the section-specific outputs in line with relevant policies.
Identify system process inefficiencies, risks as well as internal control deficiencies and implement processes to mitigate them.
Administer and maintain ESD’s databases, including changes, testing and ensure that controls are maintained.
Participate in new ESD information and communications technology (ICT) projects and systems enhancement initiatives by providing key input during all phases of project management.
Compile, analyse and provide reports with recommendations on ESD system function and processes.
Effectively manage internal and external stakeholder relationships.
Stay current with developments in own functional area and ensure the application thereof where relevant.
Manage the process related to the publication of the Quarterly Bulletin’s statistics.
Develop and maintain relevant training material and conduct training interventions within ESD.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics or any related field, or an equivalent qualification; and
a minimum of five to seven years’ job-related experience, with at least three years in a supervisory role.

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