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RAF Attorney: High Court

Division: Governance

Reference No: 4770

Location:

Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Disability (EE targeted role): No

T.A.S.K Grade: 16

Job Posting Salary: R1,028,791.00

Job Posting End Date: 10 Sep 2024

The Road Accident Fund’s mission is to provide appropriate cover to all road users within the borders of South Africa; to rehabilitate and compensate persons injured as a result of motor vehicle accidents in a timely and caring manner; and to actively promote safe use of our roads.

Note: This is a 3-Year Fixed Term Contract

Purpose of the Job: The RAF Attorney: High Court is responsible for all High Court matters within the Fund and to offer litigation services accordingly. This role will also be responsible to perform a range of tax services including tax bill of costs in compliance with South African laws and regulations.

Key Performance Areas

Policy Review and Implementation

Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental policy, procedures and processes.
Keep up to date with effective policy and practice execution strategies.

Preparation and Research on Related Litigation Matters

Conduct research that will provide information in preparation for all matters for trial.
Consult with client departments/ representatives, and witnesses for instructions and documentation for cases to be presented in Court.
Draft pleadings to provide clear motivation/justification on a particular position about the case.

Mediation Process

All required steps regarding the mediation process, as governed by the amendment to the rules of court, are to be taken.
Upon conclusion of the mediation, parties shall inform Registrar and all other parties by a notice that Mediation is completed.
Parties & Mediator must within 5 days of completion of mediation issue a joint minute indicating.

Represent the Road Accident Fund on all third party claims related litigation matters

Attend court appearances in all allocated third-party litigation matters.
Ensure file administration from opening to the conclusion of a legal case including adherence to trial dates.
Handle appearances at courts, tribunals, mediation hearings and inquiries.
Coordinate administrative legal actions to ensure compliance.
Approve instructions to appoint and instruct expert witnesses.

Settle non-litigious matters before they are set down for trial

Block consultation, early assessment of files, and early instructions to experts and assessors.
Approve requests to appoint and instruct assessors and expert witnesses.
Recommend a settlement.

Provision of legal advice to RAF

Provide legal advice on arising legal matters and contracts.
Provide well-researched legal advice on matters impacting the organisation.
Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions.

Taxation

Deliver a full range of tax services in compliance with laws and regulations.
Build relationships and interact with clients to provide consulting and expertise in tax services.
Provide innovative tax planning and review complex income tax returns

Reporting

Prepare and submit regulation reports as and when required to provide progress updates and/or inform management decisions.
Develop reports/ policies/ procedures and guide the process through the alignment of the documents to the overall RAF’s Strategy.
Develop functional reporting systems, for management, projects or performance reporting.
Prepare proposals, briefings, presentations, reports, and other documentation and provide management information both verbally and in report format.

Stakeholder Management

Facilitate and manage communication with relevant internal and external stakeholders in relation to investments and proactively and progressively manage the relationships.
Manage relationships with vendors, service providers or procurement teams and ensure that all relevant procured items are invoiced and paid on time.
Communicate with all levels of stakeholder contact.

People management

Ensure the sourcing, development and retention of a high-performance team.
Manage the recruitment of the operational workforce in line with employment equity targets.
Manage staff in the department to ensure that they achieve their objectives in line with the strategic objectives of the RAF.
Manage the implementation of human capital processes and procedures to control/regulate workplace conflict and/or institute corrective measures and consultation processes to address deviations from standards.
Allocate, direct, motivate and evaluate subordinates to help them achieve their individual goals.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Law or equivalent.
Postgraduate in Law or equivalent.
Admission as an Attorney of the High Court or Advocate.
Right of appearance in the High Court.

Experience

Relevant 5-7 years legal experience post-graduation or admission of which 2 years must have been on area of expertise (personal injury litigation).

Behavioural

- Resilience
- Communication
- Working with People
- Network and Alliances
- Planning, Organising and Coordinating
- Employee Engagement
- Personal Mastery
- Judgement and Decision Making
- Ethics and Values
- Client Service Orientation

Managerial

- Change management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Conflict management
- Critical and innovative thinking
- Direction setting
- Facilitation and Presentation Skills
- People management
- Policy conceptualisation and formulation
- Risk Management
- Programme/project management
- Service Delivery Innovation
- Stakeholder development and relations
- Reporting

Technical

- Legislation & regulatory knowledge
- Ethics & compliance
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Policy and standards
- Governance
- Claims litigation
- MVA law and legislation
- Negotiation
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving and analysis
- Mediation

Road Accident Fund Values

Integrity
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Excellence
Empathy

NB: “RAF offers Total Employment Cost packages with no additional contributions from the Employer, successful candidates are required to structure their packages in a manner that will suit their needs”

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

Manager: Determination

Division: Operations

Reference No: 5309

Location:

Menlo Park, Gauteng, ZA

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Disability (EE targeted role): No

T.A.S.K Grade: 15

Job Posting Salary: R891,176

Job Posting End Date: 18 Feb 2025

Note: THIS IS AN EIGHTEEN (18) MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Purpose of the role:The MANAGER is responsible for the overall proceedings of the litigation portion of an MVA claim. They must also handle budgeting and review legal documents. He/she must manage a team working under them and advise them on effective trial strategy, legal questioning and litigation management. He/she must also have significant input in the hiring and terminating of employees. Additionally, He/she must review the overall litigation department of a region and make improvements to help it function more effectively. On occasion He/ She will need to attend court settlements. He/she may also help RAF to avoid protracted litigation process before it gets to an advanced stage. In such cases, the Senior Manager: Claims should be consulted on decisions that could potentially give rise to more legal costs. He/she can help the region evaluate the risk that the decision entails and determine the chances of the potential cost in the event litigation is pursued to its fullest. He/she can also provide guidance, counseling and advice on other decisions the region could make or ways in which the RAF could prevent or minimize the chances of litigation.

Key Performance Areas

Develop and implement departmental policies, procedures and operational plans.

Provide assistance to Senior Claims Manager in formulating and implementing strategic direction of claims management.
Ensure that work is carried out according to approved policies and procedures.
Manage the mapping and standardization of departmental processes.

Ensure that Summons , court processes, special pleas ,exchange of pleadings, preparation of trials, ,tenders, trials ,trial outcomes, appeals are accurately and efficiently processed in a timely manner and in accordance with RAF policies, processes and procedures and relevant court rules and Practice Notes.

Assume responsibility and accountability in the management of the regional claims litigation in his/her jurisdiction.
Recommend policies and procedures and directives to lessen the negative impact of the adverse judgments.
Publish and circulate positive judgments outcomes and document lessons learnt for sustainability of good and positive litigation strategies.
Attend high court / magistrate’s court Case flow management Meetings.

Ensure that litigated claims are dealt with in terms of the appropriate legal requirements and payments in respect of Capital, Legal Costs and Writs are made timeously

Ensure that case flow management is adhered to.
Ensure that diligent financial controls are put in place and adhered to.

Ensure that all claims are dealt with and finalized according to set quality standards to avoid unnecessary complaints from the claimants and service providers.

Comply with audit requirements.
Comply with Risk management Standards.
Implement Effective Quality controls.
Implement effective internal controls.

Ensure that Panel attorneys are managed in terms of the Service Level Agreement

Increase number of non trial date tenders and settlements.
Increase use of one expert.
Increase number of tenders before 21 and /or 10 days before trial.
Inculcate and implement use of one expert to curb unnecessary litigation costs.

Management of resources (human, finance and equipment) to ensure smooth running of the department.

Conduct performance appraisals.
Maintain discipline and take corrective action where necessary.
Ensure continuous development of staff/employees.

Reporting

Statistics.

Qualification

Four (4) year Degree in Law or equivalent.
Admission as an Attorney of the High Court or Advocate.
NQF 8 (Post graduate Diploma/Honours Degree/Professional Qualification Degree) adventageous.

Experience

Relevant 6-8 years experience in claims environment of which two (2) years must have been on management/supervisory level/area of expertise.

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

Senior Officer: Corporate Social Responsibility

Division: Office of the CEO

Reference No: 5329

Location:

Centurion, Gauteng, ZA

Employment Type: Permanent

Disability (EE targeted role): Yes

T.A.S.K Grade: 12

Job Posting Salary: R579,259.00

Job Posting End Date: 18 Feb 2025

Purpose of the Job: Reporting to the Manager: Corporate Social Responsibility, the successful incumbent is responsible to implement and monitor the overall CSR initiatives including the Employee Volunteerism Plan according to approved CSR framework and standard operating procedures.

Key Performance Areas

Coordinate Processes Related to the Implementation of CSR Initiatives

Ensure that governance documents are kept up to date Coordinate the implementation of CSR programmes in line with CSR funding criteria.
Implement initiative according to standard operating procedure.
Identify projects to be funded for submission to the CSR committee.

Management of Disbursements According to Allocated Budget

Maintain the budget of specific projects and spend as allocated.
Monitor the project expenses to ensure they are within limits.
Match the disbursements to the spend.
Demonstrate the business value of projects.
Submit budget related to each project to CSR committee for approval.

Project Management

Coordinate, facilitate and manage Employee Volunteerism Initiatives in all 5 RAF Regions.
Plan initiatives related to the Employee volunteerism plan for all regions.
Assess unsolicited funding proposals and make recommendations for qualifying proposals to the manager.
Ensure a standardised approach as per SOP for all projects.
Track, monitor and report on project/s as per award letter.
Provide advisory services on the initiatives based on allocated projects.

Stakeholder Management

Represent the RAF by meeting with senior stakeholders.
Conduct stakeholder engagements as per project (internal and external).
Communicate to stakeholder on CSR programmes and activities.
Conduct call for proposals briefing session to shortlisted NPO’s.
Develop CSR call for proposals content on both Internet & Intranet.
Deal with inquiries and requests for information from both internal and external stakeholders.

Reporting

Compile and submit reports on all CSR initiatives.
Contribute to the preparation and submission of Regulation reports.
Aid in the development of functional reporting systems, for management, project or performance reporting.
Report regularly and periodically, perform necessary submissions as and when required to provide progress updates and/or inform management decisions.
Give input to the annual report.

Monitoring and Evaluation

Record keeping and effective monitoring of RAF funded CSR projects.
Collate BBBEE documents for verification purposes.
Ensure that projects are implemented in line with conditions of the Award.
Contract management to ensure that all stakeholders adhere to contract terms for donations and grants.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree/ Advanced Diploma in Social Science/ Community Development related qualification.
Relevant 4 years’ experience in Community Development/ Corporate Social Responsibility related environment.
Project management experience will be an added advantage.

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

Senior Legal Advisor: Legal Contracts

Division: Governance

Reference No: 5327

Location:

Centurion, Gauteng, ZA

Employment Type: Permanent

Disability (EE targeted role): No

T.A.S.K Grade: 15

Job Posting Salary: R891,176.00

Job Posting End Date: 18 Feb 2025

Purpose of the Job: Reporting to the Manager: Legal Contracts, the successful incumbent is accountable provide technical support on Contract management and related legal support within the organization in line with the strategic objectives of the organisation as determined by the Board of the RAF.

Key Performance Areas

Provision of Contract Management Support to the Organisation

Draft and vet procurement and/or other commercial contracts.
Monitor and report on the status of contracts and other agreements drafted or vetted.
Research Legal and Contractual issues.
Draft specific contractual terms to accompany bid specifications.
Draft and vet non-procurement contracts.
Compile Reports.
Update Contracts Register.
Maintain an updated file in the share folder.

Provision of Procurement Support to the Organisation

Develop bid specifications.
Research Legal issues pertaining to procurement matters.
Provide legal support on contracts to the Contract Management section of Supply Chain Management Department.
Draft articles for publication.

Provision of Legal Advice and Support to the Organisation

Provide legal advice on arising legal matters and contracts.
Provide well researched legal advice on matters impacting on the organisation.
Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions.
Advise on legal risks impacting on the organisation.

Contract Breaches and Terminations

Review and analyse reports on alleged breach and possible terminations.
Draft notices regarding breach.
Draft termination letters.
Prepare memorandums or correspondence with findings and recommendations.
Prepare and handover litigious documentation for further handling.

Policy Review and Implementation

Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental policy, procedures and processes.
Keep up to date with effective policy and practice execution strategies.

Reporting

Report on number of breaches and terminated contracts.
Prepare proposals, briefings, presentations, reports, and other documentation and provide management information both verbally and in report format.

Stakeholder Management

Facilitate and manage communication with relevant internal and external stakeholders and proactively and progressively manage the relationships.
Communicate with all levels of stakeholder contact.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in law or equivalent.
Relevant 5 – 7 years’ experience in a contracts function and general corporate law.
Proven contract drafting, vetting and negotiation experience.
Proven Legal Advice experience.
Proven prior experience in a public law environment.
Legal Research experience.
Code 8 driver’s License.

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

RAF Attorney: High Court

Division: Governance

Reference No: 5299

Location:

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, ZA

Employment Type: Permanent

Disability (EE targeted role): No

T.A.S.K Grade: 16

Job Posting Salary: R1,028,791.00

Job Posting End Date: 11 Feb 2025

Note: The successful candidate will be stationed in Makhanda

Purpose of the Job: The RAF Attorney: High Court is responsible for all High Court matters within the Fund and to offer litigation services accordingly. This role will also be responsible to perform a range of tax services including tax bill of costs in compliance with South African laws and regulations.

Key Performance Areas

Policy Review and Implementation
•   Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental policy, procedures and processes.
•   Keep up to date with effective policy and practice execution strategies.

Preparation and Research on Related Litigation Matters
•   Conduct research that will provide information in preparation for all matters for trial.
•   Consult with client departments/ representatives, and witnesses for instructions and documentation for cases to be presented in Court.
•   Draft pleadings to provide clear motivation/justification on a particular position about the case.

Mediation Process
•   All required steps regarding the mediation process, as governed by the amendment to the rules of court, are to be taken.
•   Upon conclusion of the mediation, parties shall inform Registrar and all other parties by a notice that Mediation is completed.
•   Parties & Mediator must within 5 days of completion of mediation issue a joint minute indicating.

Represent the Road Accident Fund on all third party claims related litigation matters
•   Attend court appearances in all allocated third-party litigation matters.
•   Ensure file administration from opening to the conclusion of a legal case including adherence to trial dates.
•   Handle appearances at courts, tribunals, mediation hearings and inquiries.
•   Coordinate administrative legal actions to ensure compliance.
•   Approve instructions to appoint and instruct expert witnesses.

Settle non-litigious matters before they are set down for trial
•   Block consultation, early assessment of files, and early instructions to experts and assessors.
•   Approve requests to appoint and instruct assessors and expert witnesses.
•   Recommend a settlement.

Provision of legal advice to RAF
•   Provide legal advice on arising legal matters and contracts.
•   Provide well-researched legal advice on matters impacting the organisation.
•   Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions.

Taxation
•   Deliver a full range of tax services in compliance with laws and regulations.
•   Build relationships and interact with clients to provide consulting and expertise in tax services.
•   Provide innovative tax planning and review complex income tax returns

Reporting
•   Prepare and submit regulation reports as and when required to provide progress updates and/or inform management decisions.
•   Develop reports/ policies/ procedures and guide the process through the alignment of the documents to the overall RAF’s Strategy.
•   Develop functional reporting systems, for management, projects or performance reporting.
•   Prepare proposals, briefings, presentations, reports, and other documentation and provide management information both verbally and in report format.

Stakeholder Management
•   Facilitate and manage communication with relevant internal and external stakeholders in relation to investments and proactively and progressively manage the

relationships.
•   Manage relationships with vendors, service providers or procurement teams and ensure that all relevant procured items are invoiced and paid on time.
•   Communicate with all levels of stakeholder contact.

People management
•   Ensure the sourcing, development and retention of a high-performance team.
•   Manage the recruitment of the operational workforce in line with employment equity targets.
•   Manage staff in the department to ensure that they achieve their objectives in line with the strategic objectives of the RAF.
•   Manage the implementation of human capital processes and procedures to control/regulate workplace conflict and/or institute corrective measures and consultation

processes to address deviations from standards.
•   Allocate, direct, motivate and evaluate subordinates to help them achieve their individual goals.

Qualifications
•   Bachelor’s Degree in Law or equivalent.
•   Postgraduate in Law or equivalent.
•   Admission as an Attorney of the High Court or Advocate.
•   Right of appearance in the High Court.

Experience
•   Relevant 5-7 years legal experience post-graduation or admission of which 2 years must have been in area of expertise (personal injury litigation)

Behavioural
•   Resilience
•   Communication
•   Working with People
•   Network and Alliances
•   Planning, Organising and Coordinating
•   Employee Engagement
•   Personal Mastery
•   Judgement and Decision Making
•   Ethics and Values
•   Client Service Orientation

Managerial
•   Change management
•   Coaching and mentoring
•   Conflict management
•   Critical and innovative thinking
•   Direction setting
•   Facilitation and Presentation Skills
•   People management
•   Policy conceptualisation and formulation
•   Risk Management
•   Programme/project management
•   Service Delivery Innovation
•   Stakeholder development and relations
•   Reporting

Technical
•   Legislation & regulatory knowledge
•   Ethics & compliance
•   Monitoring and evaluation
•   Policy and standard
•   Governance
•   Claims litigation
•   MVA law and legislation
•   Negotiation
•   Conflict resolution
•   Problem solving and analysis
•   Mediation

NB: “RAF offers Total Employment Cost packages with no additional contributions from the Employer, successful candidates are required to structure their packages in a manner that will suit their needs”.

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

RAF Attorney: High Court

Division: Governance

Reference No: 4183

Location:

East London, Eastern Cape, ZA

Employment Type: Permanent

Disability (EE targeted role): No

T.A.S.K Grade: 16

Job Posting Salary: R1,028,791.00

Job Posting End Date: 11 Feb 2025

Note: This is a Re-advertisement

Key Performance Areas

Policy Review and Implementation

Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental policy, procedures and processes.
Keep up to date with effective policy and practice execution strategies.

Preparation and Research on Related Litigation Matters

Conduct research that will provide information in preparation for all matters for trial.
Consult with client departments/ representatives, and witnesses for instructions and documentation for cases to be presented in Court.
Draft pleadings to provide clear motivation/justification on a particular position about the case.

Mediation Process

All required steps regarding the mediation process, as governed by the amendment to the rules of court, are to be taken.
Upon conclusion of the mediation, parties shall inform Registrar and all other parties by a notice that Mediation is completed.
Parties & Mediator must within 5 days of completion of mediation issue a joint minute indicating.

Represent the Road Accident Fund on all third party claims related litigation matters

Attend court appearances in all allocated third-party litigation matters.
Ensure file administration from opening to the conclusion of a legal case including adherence to trial dates.
Handle appearances at courts, tribunals, mediation hearings and inquiries.
Coordinate administrative legal actions to ensure compliance.
Approve instructions to appoint and instruct expert witnesses.

Settle non-litigious matters before they are set down for trial

Block consultation, early assessment of files, and early instructions to experts and assessors.
Approve requests to appoint and instruct assessors and expert witnesses.
Recommend a settlement.

Provision of legal advice to RAF

Provide legal advice on arising legal matters and contracts.
Provide well-researched legal advice on matters impacting the organisation.
Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions.

Taxation

Deliver a full range of tax services in compliance with laws and regulations.
Build relationships and interact with clients to provide consulting and expertise in tax services.
Provide innovative tax planning and review complex income tax returns

Reporting

Prepare and submit regulation reports as and when required to provide progress updates and/or inform management decisions.
Develop reports/ policies/ procedures and guide the process through the alignment of the documents to the overall RAF’s Strategy.
Develop functional reporting systems, for management, projects or performance reporting.
Prepare proposals, briefings, presentations, reports, and other documentation and provide management information both verbally and in report format.

Stakeholder Management

Facilitate and manage communication with relevant internal and external stakeholders in relation to investments and proactively and progressively manage the relationships.
Manage relationships with vendors, service providers or procurement teams and ensure that all relevant procured items are invoiced and paid on time.
Communicate with all levels of stakeholder contact.

People management

Ensure the sourcing, development and retention of a high-performance team.
Manage the recruitment of the operational workforce in line with employment equity targets.
Manage staff in the department to ensure that they achieve their objectives in line with the strategic objectives of the RAF.
Manage the implementation of human capital processes and procedures to control/regulate workplace conflict and/or institute corrective measures and consultation processes to address deviations from standards.
Allocate, direct, motivate and evaluate subordinates to help them achieve their individual goals.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Law or equivalent.
Postgraduate in Law or equivalent.
Admission as an Attorney of the High Court or Advocate.
Right of appearance in the High Court.

Experience

Relevant 5-7 years legal experience post-graduation or admission of which 2 years must have been in area of expertise (personal injury litigation)

Behavioural

- Resilience
- Communication
- Working with People
- Network and Alliances
- Planning, Organising and Coordinating
- Employee Engagement
- Personal Mastery
- Judgement and Decision Making
- Ethics and Values
- Client Service Orientation

Managerial

- Change management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Conflict management
- Critical and innovative thinking
- Direction setting
- Facilitation and Presentation Skills
- People management
- Policy conceptualisation and formulation
- Risk Management
- Programme/project management
- Service Delivery Innovation
- Stakeholder development and relations
- Reporting

Technical

- Legislation & regulatory knowledge
- Ethics & compliance
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Policy and standard
- Governance
- Claims litigation
- MVA law and legislation
- Negotiation
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving and analysis
- Mediation

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

Consultant: Medical Management x5

Division: Operations

Reference No: 5150

Location:

Durban, Kwazulu-Natal, ZA

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Disability (EE targeted role): Yes

T.A.S.K Grade: 11

Job Posting Salary: R501,775.00

Job Posting End Date: 11 Feb 2025

Purpose of the Job: The Consultant: Medical Management is responsible to implement the medical management activities, medical exception handling and providing administration support in claims processing.

Note: This is a 36 Month Fixed Term Contract.

Key Performance Areas

Medical Management

Conduct medical assessment and compile injury assessment reports.
Conduct assessments and bill reviews on submitted claims, focusing on the appropriate level of care, the length of stay, and quality of care.
Incorporate tariffs, cost savings initiative recording, and treatment protocol to ensure that all service providers adhere to the rules, and the tariff as guided by the RAF and / or any that is considered reasonable.
Pre authorise submitted claims aligned to RAF clinical guidelines including the RAF formularory, treatment protocols and related tarrifs.
Escalation of complex cases for multi disciplinary review and adjudication.
Participate in the consultations process on the implementation of medical claims processes.

Exception Handling

Ensure the implementation and maintenance of a formal exception handling process within the medical management.
Maintain the documentation and regular updating of the exception handling process.
Maintain the implementation an unusual occurrence procedures.

Reporting

Track and report against set objectives and targets.
Report on emerging risks.
Provide ad hoc reports on process improvement initiatives.
Produce documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations.

Stakeholder Management

Deal with/and respond to correspondence.
Maintain healthy relationships with all stakeholders.
Follow up and resolve all queries, following up and making recommendations on which corrective actions are appropriate.
Follow up and feedback to all stakeholders to keep them updated on the status of a query.
Respond to queries within the predefined turnaround times.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma in Health Sciences /Medical related qualification.
Registration with HPCSA/SANCA.

Experience

Relevant 3 years’ experience in a Medical related environment.

Behavioural Competencies

Planning, Organising and Coordinating
Personal Mastery
Judgement and Decision Making
Ethics and Values
Client Service Orientation

Technical Competencies

Claims management process/ processes and systems.
Medical product management
Medical bill reviewing
Medical case management
Complex problem identification, solving and decision making
Customer value proposition
Strong clinical analytical capabilities
Knowledge of motor vehicle accident legislation

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

Senior Officer: Field Case Management x4

Division: 0300

Reference No: 5155

Location:

Durban, Kwazulu-Natal, ZA

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Disability (EE targeted role): Yes

T.A.S.K Grade: 12

Job Posting Salary: R579,259.00

Job Posting End Date: 11 Feb 2025

Purpose of the Job: The Senior Officer: Field Case Management is responsible to driving the rehabilitation and health care needs of the injured.

Note: This is a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract.

Key Performance Areas

Field Case Management

Activate an undertaking certificate and compile a case management report
Conduct a home visit and educate the claimant on offerings of the undertaking and explain about the overall process to be followed
Conduct follow up assessments and make recommendations on claimants needs as per the assessment
Coordinate the referrals to service providers aligned to the claimants needs as per the undertaking certificate
Ensure successful integration of the claimant back to the family and educate the claimant and family on the condition of the claimant
Facilitate timely consultation with appropriate medical service providers
Provide vocational guidance after life changing event for client and possible back to work opportunities

Rehabilitation Services

Monitor the rehabilitation of the claimant post discharge
Monitor the drug utilisation and application review therof
Assess the level of care giver and the financial implications /salary therof
Determine claimant needs and facilitate reasonable recommendations for home and car modifications based on the nature of the claimant’s medical condition
Co-ordination of admission and request the necessary authorisations as per the caregiver SOP and guidelines
Co-ordinate and faciltate transfer to the hospital for admission
Facilitate the appointment of caregivers between the claimant and the caregiver, provide guidance on the process
Co-ordinate the monthly submission of time sheets for payment processing

Facilitate the accuracy and effective submission of invoices

Ensure that accounts submitted to the fund from service providers are valid in terms of RAF guidelines and the Road Accident Fund Act
Assess and monitor claims invoices to curb over servicing or abuse and fraudulent claims
Ensure that the accounts are paid timeously, according to service level agreements
Ensure that services and treatments claimed for are accident related (related to the accident under consideration)
Compare outcomes and cost of different therapeutic modalities and surgical techniques and the information provided is invaluable in developing guidelines for clinical management

Reporting

Compile and update case management reports for the injured.
Provide a report on patient care and ongoing rehabilitation.
Reporting on the service by service providers.

Stakeholder management

Drive the stakeholder interaction needed to facilitate the level of care
Maintain relations with different levels of health specialst to enable smooth interactions
Participate in the awareness of RAF case management services in the communities
Communicate with all levels of stakeholders
Participate in relevant external RAF activities and events
Ongoing engagements with service providers

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Nursing/Allied Health Prefessions or related qualification
Registration with the relevant Health Professions Council.

Experience

Relevant 4 years’ experience in the Medical environment.
Experience in Managed Healthcare environment.
Valid code 8 driving license.

Behavioral Competencies

Planning, Organizing and Coordinating
Personal Mastery
Judgement and Decision Making
Ethics and Values
Client Service Orientation

Technical Competencies

Knowledge of ICD and CPT coding will be an advantage.
Core specialities in the case management process.
Knowledge of healthcare operations.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
Full knowledge of medical tariffs, treatment plans.
Coding standards and protocols.
Knowledge of PFMA to be able to analyse different requirements as per the claimants.

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

Team Lead

Division: 0300

Reference No: 5307

Location:

Menlo Park, Gauteng, ZA

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Disability (EE targeted role): No

T.A.S.K Grade: 13

Job Posting Salary: R668,708.00

Job Posting End Date: 18 Feb 2025

Note: THIS IS AN EITGHTEEN (18) MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT.

Purpose of the role: The TEAM LEAD is responsible for supporting the Manager in the provision and management of the RAF litigated matters in the hands of the RAF Attorneys and outside 15km radius, He/she will support the Manager in leading a team and ensure that best practice is adopted with regard to the management of the above named services.

Key Performance Areas

Development of an effective and strategically sound legal defence in consultation with RAF Attorneys

Undertake preliminary analysis of claim documents to produce a synopsis of the claimant’s case which will identify key issues involved in the allegations being made in terms of the summons and particulars of claim.
Ensure analysis of the outcome of claims investigations and interpret, in conjunction with the RAF Attorneys as required, the range of available options open to the RAF in a litigated matter.
Oversees management and review of systems to ensure the prompt provision of discoverable documents and the investigation of claims to enable the RAF and RAF Attorneys to assess liability, quantum and the defence of claims.
Ensure timeous instructions are given to RAF Attorneys on litigious dispute matters.
In conjunction with staff, attend consultations with RAF Attorneys in preparing for a Court Hearing and ensure all necessary follow up action is taken, as required by the Manager.

Ensure provision of an estimate of the anticipated cost of each significant aspect of the litigated claim

Oversee and ensure detailed bill reviews to implement sound litigation management and expense control.
Ensures gathering and considering of relevant information (including detailed confidential documentation such as police, court ,medical and personnel records), consider with regard to instructing experts in a range of medical specialities.

Ensure investigation, evaluation and settlement of claims, applying technical knowledge and human relations skills to effect fair and prompt disposal of cases and to contribute to the organisational strategy on reduction of legal and claims costs.

Oversees and ensures that investigations are done timely and in terms of relevant court rules. This including but is not limited to:

identification of and taking statements of witnesses.
Accident reconstruction (including photographs, diagrams, measurements, etc.).
Production of documents.
Purchase order/contracts/lease agreements.
Internal statements, memos, and correspondence
Inspections, etc.
Blue prints, if applicable.

Verify and analyse data used in settling claims to ensure that claims are valid and that settlements are made according to RAF practices and procedures

Ensure all information regarding litigated cases is recorded on the RAF’s claims database.
Maintain claim files such as records of settled claims and an inventory of claims requiring detailed analysis.
In conjunction with the Manager, develop, implement and review processes, systems, policies and procedures for the effective and efficient management of all correspondence relating to medico-legal requests.

Prepare and analyse reports to be submitted as and when required by Litigation manager and management committees

Ensure maintenance of the content on the claims database in accordance with RAF policy and procedure.
Provision of regular and ad-hoc reporting to Senior Managers and RAF management Committees.
Submit analysed reports on newly litigated claims and keep the manager informed, on a regular basis, of the progress of the investigation of these cases.

Contribute to the RAF’s overall corporate governance processes to assure efficient and effective administration of litigated claims and compliance RAF values and code of conduct including PFMA

Review individually, at least annually, the performance of immediately subordinate staff, provide guidance on personal development requirements and advise on and initiate, where appropriate, further training, as required by the Manager.
Support the Manager in workforce planning for the department.

Competencies

Behavioural Competencies:

Organisational Resilience
Communication
Team Resilience
Network and Alliances
Personal Mastery
Judgement and decision Making
Emotional Wisdom
Ethics and Governance
Customer Orientation and Customer Focus

Technical Competencies

Dispute resolution and negotiation skills.
Third party compensation law.
Understanding of the RAF Business Processes.
Computer Literate.
Sound knowledge of the Amendment Act and Regulations.
Sound knowledge of Magistrate Court Rules and Magistrate Court Act.
Sound knowledge of Magistrate Court litigation.

Qualifications

Four (4) year Degree in Law or equivalent.
Admission as an Attorney of the High Court or Advocate.

Experience

Relevant 5 Years’ experience in the claims environment of which 2 years must have been on a supervisory level.

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

Consultant: Medical Management X8

Division: Operations

Reference No: 5277

Location:

Menlo Park, Gauteng, ZA

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Disability (EE targeted role): Yes

T.A.S.K Grade: 11

Job Posting Salary: R501,775.00

Job Posting End Date: 11 Feb 2025

Note: THIS IS A THREE (3) YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Key Performance Areas

Medical Management

Conduct medical assessment and compile injury assessment reports.
Conduct assessments and bill reviews on submitted claims, focusing on the appropriate level of care, the length of stay and quality of care.
Incorporate tariffs, cost savings initiative recording and treatment protocol to ensure that all service providers adhere to the rules and the tariff as guided by the RAF and/or any that is considered reasonable.
Pre-authorise submitted claims aligned to RAF clinical guidelines including the RAF formulary treatment protocols and related tariffs.
Escalation of complex cases for multi-disciplinary review and adjudication.
Participate in the consultations process on the implementation of medical claims processes.

Exception Handling

Ensure the implementation and maintenance of a formal exception handling process within the medical management.
Maintain the documentation and regular updating of the exception handling process.
Maintain the implementation an unusual occurrence procedures.

Reporting

Track and report against set objectives and targets.
Report on emerging risks.
Provide ad-hoc reports on process improvement initiatives.
Produce documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations.

Stakeholder Management

Deal with/and respond to correspondence.Maintain healthy relationships with all stakeholders.Follow up and making recommendations on which corrective actions are appropriate.Follow up and feedback to all stakeholders to keep them updated on the status of a query.Respond to queries within the predefined turnaround times. Qualifications and ExperienceBachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma in Health Sciences/Medical related qualification.Registration with HPCSA/SANCA.Relevant 3 years’ experience in A Medical related environment.

Technical Competencies Required

Claims management process/processes and systems.
Medical product management.
Medical bill reviewing
Medical case management

Behavioural Competencies Required

Planning, Organising and Coordinating
Personal mastery
Judgment and decision making
Ethics and Values
Client Service Orientation

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

Junior Officer x2

Division: Operations

Reference No: 5305

Location:

Menlo Park, Gauteng, ZA

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Disability (EE targeted role): Yes

T.A.S.K Grade: 08

Job Posting Salary: R326,151.00

Job Posting End Date: 18 Feb 2025

Note: ThIS IS AN EIGTEEN (18) MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Purpose of the Job: The Junior Officer:is responsible to identify, on a timely basis, those claims for which there is litigious dispute to enable settlement offers / tenders promptly and also those that require thorough, early investigation and rigorous development of the legal defence issues to enable a trial strategy which is reflective of the case’s value.

Key Performance Areas

Internal defending of all magistrate Court Summonses

Draft Notice of intention to defend and all pleadings in preparation of trial.
Draft pleadings, affidavits, notices and court processes.

Settle non litigious matters before they are set down for trial

Block consultation, early assessment of files, early instructions to experts and assessors.

Attend to all litigious matters

Prepare and proceed to trial
Attend to Magistrate Court litigation of claims referred to the Internal Litigation Section.
Appoint and instruct assessors and expert witnesses.
Keep accurate records.
Maintain a trial register / diary.

Improve on customer satisfaction

Regular feedback to internal and external stakeholders.

Contribute in the elimination of writs

Ensure that all court orders are loaded timeously.
Ensure that payment documents are correct and forwarded to finance within the prescribed period related to receipt of court order.
Ensure all settlements are loaded timeously and forwarded to finance within the prescribed period of acceptance.

Qualifications and Experience

NQF 6 (National Diploma or Advance Certificate) related qualification to discipline.
Relevant 2 years working experience in a claims / insurance / MVA environment.

Technical and behavioral competencies required

Personal mastery.
Emotional wisdom.
Ethics and governance.
Customer orientation and customer focus.
Computer.
Knowledge / skillful in court rules and litigation.
A good understanding of the organization’s litigation infrastructure, services provided.
A good understanding of the organization’s business and how panel attorneys effectively to contribute to the RAF litigation processes.
Patience, tolerance, resilience.
Statistical, numerical and analytical principles and processes.
Innovative thinking with service quality, and its improvement, within limits of costs and business direction.
Excellent communication skills orally and in writing.
Awareness of RAF vision and strategic / business objectives.

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

Claims Officer X3

Division: Operations

Reference No: 5300

Location:

Menlo Park, Gauteng, ZA

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Disability (EE targeted role): No

T.A.S.K Grade: 10

Job Posting Salary: R434,656.00

Job Posting End Date: 18 Feb 2025

NOTE :THIS IS AN EIGHTEEN (18) MONTHS FIXED TERM CONRACT

Purpose: The CLAIMS OFFICER is responsible to provide support to the Manager in the provision and management of the RAF litigated matters in the hands of the RAF Attorneys.

Key Performance Areas

Conduct Preliminary assessment of litigated files

Investigate, evaluate and settle claims, applying technical knowledge and human relations skills to effect fair and prompt disposal of cases and to cotribute to a reduced legal costs ratio.
Report complex, severe exposure claims for reinsurance purposes.
Assessment and settlement of loss of earnings.
Ensure efficient and cost effective finalization of claims through settlement negotiations.
Perform assessment of merits and quantum.
Assess general damages in terms of old and new Act.
Assess settlement of loss of support.
Assess settlement of funeral expenses.
Assess settlement of medical expenses.
Block settlement.
Appoint assessors for merits and quantum verification.
Loading of court orders.
Perform writs assessment and reporting.
Perform approval of offers.
Perform bridge assessment and reporting.

Escalate matters with litigious disputes to pleadings processes

Verify and analyze data used in settling litigated claims to ensure that there is a litigious dispute and that decisions for further litigation process are made according to company practices, policies and procedures.

Provide RAF Attorneys with file contents for trial preparation

Confer with RAF Attorney’s legal counsel on the litigation strategy to be embarked on in preparation of trial and receive requests for approval in terms of the delegation of authority.
Ensure high court practice notes are followed.
Evaluate outstanding information.
Assess claims for possible settlement.
Evaluate expert medico legal reports.
Follow up on outstanding information until all documents has been received.
Repetitive diarising on 6th weekly basis.

Report on trial outcomes and out of court settlements

Examine claims investigated by RAF Attorneys; further investigate questionable claims to determine whether to authorize settlements or tenders.

Qualification

Four (4) years Degree in Law or equivalent
Admission as an Attorney of the High Court or Advocate.

Experience

Relevant 3 years experience in the claims /litigation environment

Behavioural Competency

Personal mastery.
Emotional wisdom.
Ethics and governance.
Customer orientation and customer focus.

Technical Competency

Knowledge/ Skills in court rules and litigation.
A good understanding of the organisation’s litigation infrastructure, services provided and customers/users.
A good understanding of the organization’s business to contribute or are to contribute to the RAF litigation processes.
Statistical, numerical and analytical principles and processes.
Excellent communication skills orally and in writing.
Awareness of RAF vision and Strategic /business objectives.
Experience of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

Team Lead: Magistrate High District Court (MHD) (External Litigation)

Division: Operations

Reference No: 5308

Location:

Menlo Park, Gauteng, ZA

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Disability (EE targeted role): Yes

T.A.S.K Grade: 13

Job Posting Salary: R668,708.00

Job Posting End Date: 18 Feb 2025

Note: THIS IS AN EIGHTEEN (18) MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Purpose of the job: The Team Lead: Magistrate High District Court (MHD) (External Litigation) is responsible for supporting the Litigation Manager in the provision and management of the RAF litigated matters in the hands of the RAF Attorneys and outside 15km radius, He/She will support the Litigation Manager in leading a team of litigation staff and ensure that best practice is adopted with regard to the management of the above named services.

Key Performance Areas

Development of an effective and strategically sound legal defence in consultation with the RAF Attorneys

Undertake preliminary analysis of claim documents to produce a synopsis of the claimant’s case which will identify key issues involved in the allegations being made in terms of the summons and particulars of claim.
Ensure analysis of the outcome of claims investigations and interpret, in conjuction with the RAF’s Attorneys as required, the range of available options open to the RAF in a litigated matter.
Oversees management and review of systems to ensure the prompt provision of discoverable documents and the investigation of claims to enable the RAF and RAF’s Attorneys to assess liability, quantum and the defence of claims.
Ensure timeous instructions are given to RAF Attorneys on litigious dispute matters.
In conjunction with litigation staff, attend consultations with RAF Attorneys in preparing for a Court Hearing and ensure all necessary follow up action is taken, as required by the Litigation Manager.

Ensure provision of an estimate of the anticipated cost of each significant aspect of the litigated claim

Oversee and ensure detailed bill reviews to implement sound litigation management and expense control.
Ensures gathering and considering of relevant information (including detailed confidential documetation such as police, court, medical and personnel records), consider with regard to instructing experts in a range of medical specialities.

Oversees and ensures that investigations are done timely and in terms of relevant court rules. This includes but not limited to:

Identification of and taking statements of witnesses.
Accident reconstruction (including photographs, diagrams, measurements, etc.)
Production of documents.
Purchase order/contracts/lease agreements.
Internal statements, memos and correspondence.
Inspections, etc.
Blueprints, if applicable.

Verify and analyse data used in settling claims to ensure that claims are valid and that settlements are made according to RAF practices and procedures

Ensure all information regarding litigated cases is recorded on the RAF’s claims database.
Maintain claim files such as records of settled claims and an inventory of claims requiring detailed analysis.
In conjunction with the Litigation Manager, developm, implemnt and review processes, systems, policies and procedures for the effective and efficient management of all correspondence relating to medico-legal requests.

Prepare and anlyse reports to be submitted as and when required by the Litigation Manager and Management Committes

Ensure maintenance of the content on the claims database in accordance with RAF policy and procedure. Provision of regular and ad-hoc reporting to Senior Managers and RAF Management Committees.
Submit analysed reports on newly litigated claims and keep the Litigation Manager informed, on a regular basis, of the progress of the investigation of these cases.

Contribute to the RAF’s overall corporate governance processes to assure efficient and effective administration of litigated claims and compliance, RAF values and code of conduct including PFMA

Review individually, at least annually, the performance of immediate subordinate staff, provide guidance on personal development requirements and advise on and initiate, where appropriate, further trainings, as required by the Litigation Manager.
Support the Litigation Manager in workforce planning for the department.

Competencies

Behavioural Competencies:

Organisational Resilience
Communication
Team Resilience
Network and Alliances
Personal Mastery
Judgement and decision Making
Emotional Wisdom
Ethics and Governance
Customer Orientation and Customer Focus

Technical Competencies

Dispute resolution and negotiation skills.
Third party compensation law.
Understanding of the RAF Business Processes.
Computer Literate.
Sound knowledge of the Amendment Act and Regulations.
Sound knowledge of Magistrate Court Rules and Magistrate Court Act.
Sound knowledge of Magistrate Court litigation.

Qualifications

Four (4) year Degree in Law or equivalent.
Admission as an Attorney of the High Court or Advocate.

Experience

Relevant 5 Years’ experience in the claims environment of which 2 years must have been on a supervisory level.

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

Officer: Bill Review x2

Division: Operations

Reference No: 4427

Location:

Durban, Kwazulu-Natal, ZA

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Disability (EE targeted role): Yes

T.A.S.K Grade: 10

Job Posting Salary: R434,656.00

Job Posting End Date: 11 Feb 2025

Purpose of the Job: Review Medical Bills

Note: This is a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract. (Re-advertisement)

Key Performance Areas

Audit & review medical bills.

Analysis of claimed items/services in correlation with available tariff structures and ICD 10 /CPT 4 codes.
Requesting motivation for unreasonable accounts
Line by line analysis of claim items/service. Matching those appropriate tariffs/ ICD/CPT codes.
Flagging rejected items/services.
Recommendations to the department responsible for processing payments
Auditing medical claims and assisting in technical aspects of bill review
Ensure that accounts submitted to the Fund from service providers are valid in terms of RAF guidelines and the Road Accident Fund Act
Assess and monitor claims to curb over servicing or abuse and fraudulent claims.
Ensuring that the accounts are paid timeously according to the service level agreements.
Ensure that the services and treatments claimed are accident related/ (related to the accident under consideration
Reduce future healthcare cost and improve efficiencies by analyzing trends in injured person’s use of services.
Compare outcomes and cost of different therapeutic modalities and surgical techniques and the information provided.
Manage future healthcare costs and improve efficiencies by analyzing trends in utilization of services.
Formal assessment of medical necessity and appropriateness of procedures the will be effective in curbing fraud and over servicing unreasonable demand of benefits from victims of road accidents.

Promote good working relations with Stake Holders

Check and advise on tariffs used on accounts.
Provided training on new developments.

Approve medical expenses in accordance with relevant DOA

Authorization in accordance with mandate
Inform service provider of payment decision.

Assisting in technical aspects of bill review

Develop and manage relationships with department of health services, government dept and other key external stake holders.

Check & approve Payments.

Receive invoices and check payment request for accuracy and correctness.

Determine the level of care based on functional ability.

Analysis of medical data available e.g. Case Manager’s Reports, Clinical Records and Medico – Legal Reports

Preauthorization of procedures

Analyse medical data to determine the need for the service.
Timeous assessment of urgent files e.g. Road Shows

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in nursing/ Allied Health Professions or related qualification
Relevant 3 years’ experience in a medical field.
Registration with the relevant Health Professional Council

Technical and behavioral competencies required.

Computer literacy
Ability to interpret the rules of the UPFS tariffs.
analytical skills
Organizational & administrative skills
Planning and Organizing
Decision making
Negotiation skills
Personal mastery
Emotional wisdom
Ethics and governance
Customer orientation and customer focus

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

Administrator: IT Governance

Division: Strategy and Transformation

Reference No: 5296

Location:

Centurion, Gauteng, ZA

Employment Type: Permanent

Disability (EE targeted role): No

T.A.S.K Grade: 11

Job Posting Salary: R501,775.00

Job Posting End Date: 11 Feb 2025

Purpose of the Job: Reporting to the Manager: IT Risk and Governance, the successful incumbent is responsible for implementation and monitoring of IT governance policies and procedures.

Key Performance Areas

IT Governance Administrative Duties

Implementation of IT governance policies and frameworks to ensure they meet the organization’s objectives and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
Support the monitoring and reporting of compliance with IT governance policies, identifying any areas of non-compliance and recommending corrective actions.
Facilitate the IT risk management process, including risk identification, assessment, and mitigation planning.
Coordinate with IT and business units to ensure effective implementation of IT governance practices.
Support the IT governance training programs, educating staff on governance policies, procedures, and best practices.
Participate in the management of IT audits, including preparation, liaison with auditors, and implementation of audit recommendations.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, emerging IT governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements affecting the organization.

Internal and Audit Support

Maintain procedural documentation for IT operations, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and accessibility for IT staff and relevant stakeholders.
Validate alignment of process maps that visually depict IT workflows, including data flows, system interactions, and decision points.
Ensure these maps are updated and reflect current practices.
implementation and maintenance of IT governance frameworks (such as COBIT, ITIL, or ISO/ IEC 27001), ensuring IT processes are aligned with organizational goals and compliance requirements.

Work with internal and external auditors to provide required documentation and evidence of IT processes and controls.
Assist in addressing audit findings and implementing recommended changes.
Collaborate with IT teams and business stakeholders to gather information on existing procedures and requirements for new processes.
Conduct analysis to ensure that documentation meets the needs of end-users and supports training efforts.
Monitor current processes and documentation for improvement opportunities.
Facilitate process improvement initiatives in collaboration with IT teams.
Identify and document potential risks associated with IT processes.
Contribute to the development and implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
Create and maintain training materials based on documented procedures and processes.

Reporting

Contribute to the preparation of reports for senior management and external regulators, highlighting the status of IT governance initiatives.
Contribute to the preparation of regular IT Governance reports, compiling data for senior management and technical teams.

Stakeholder Management

Support the facilitation and management of communications with relevant internal stakeholders on IT Governance matters, under the guidance of the Seniors and ICT Management.
Provide assistance to IT operational staff regarding the maintance of the Internal Control system.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree/ Advanced Diploma in Information Systems/ Computer Science/ Risk Management/ Internal Audit or related qualifications.
Certifications in IT governance frameworks (e.g., COBIT/ ITIL/ ISO/IEC 27001) will be an added advantage.
Relevant 3 years of experience in an IT Governance, Risk Management, or IT Compliance environment.
Experience with IT audits and the implementation of IT governance frameworks and standards.

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

Manager: IT Risk and Governance

Division: Strategy and Transformation

Reference No: 5297

Location:

Centurion, Gauteng, ZA

Employment Type: Permanent

Disability (EE targeted role): No

T.A.S.K Grade: 16

Job Posting Salary: R1,028,791.00

Job Posting End Date: 11 Feb 2025

Purpose of the Job: Reporting to the Senior Manager: Technology Governance, Risk and Compliance, the successful incumbent is responsible to manage ICT Risk, Governance and Compliance objectives.

Key Performance Areas

IT Governance

Develop and implement IT governance frameworks and strategies aligned with organisational goals and industry best practices.
Establish policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
Develop and maintain a complete controls library for ICT controls in line with best practice recommendations.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of governance processes and recommend improvements as needed.

IT Risk Management

Design, develop and implement the Information Technology (IT) Risk Management Framework that is aligned to the RAF’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework.
Develop risk mitigation plans and strategies to minimise potential impacts on IT operations and data integrity.
Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to ensure ongoing compliance and risk readiness.
Drive the creation of an understanding of ICT policies, processes, risk and controls’ in line with the RAF’s Policy Framework.
Proactively ensure that all new projects have correct levels of assurance controls by conducting internal risk reviews before and during projects implemention.

Compliance and Assurance Across IT Environment

Design, develop and implement the Information Technology (IT) Risk Management Framework that is aligned to the RAF’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework.
Identify, assess, and prioritise IT-related risks across the organisation.
Develop risk mitigation plans and strategies to minimise potential impacts on IT operations and data integrity.
Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to ensure ongoing compliance and risk readiness.
Drive the creation of an understanding of ICT policies, processes, risk and controls’ in line with the RAF’s Policy Framework.
Act as a liaison between ICT and all relevant stakeholders to ensure that IT risks are adequately considered in the overall risk profile of the RAF.
Proactively ensure that all new projects have correct levels of assurance controls by conducting internal risk reviews before and during projects implemention.

Training and Awareness

Oversee the develop and delivery of training programs on IT governance, risk management, and compliance for employees.
Promote a culture of compliance and awareness across the organisation through workshops, seminars, and informational materials, e.g. Cybersecurity awareness, Policy Compliance, POPIA Compliance etc.

Track Remediation of all Observations

Oversee the develop and delivery of training programs on IT governance, risk management, and compliance for employees.
Promote a culture of compliance and awareness across the organisation through workshops, seminars, and informational materials, e.g. Cybersecurity awareness, Policy Compliance, POPIA Compliance etc.

Policy Review and Implementation

Lead the development and implementation of departmental policy, procedures and processes.
Keep up to date with effective policy and practice execution strategies.

Reporting

Prepare regular reports and updates for senior management and stakeholders on IT governance, risk, and compliance activities on a monthly basis or as and when required.
Communicate risks, compliance issues, and recommendations clearly and effectively to key stakeholders.
Collaborate with IT teams, legal counsel, and business units to address compliance concerns and implement solutions.

Stakeholder Management

Facilitate and manage communication with relevant internal and external stakeholders about investments and proactively and progressively manage the relationships.
Represent the Fund in relevant external activities and events.

People Management

Ensure the sourcing, development and retention of a high-performance team.
Manage the recruitment of the operational workforce in line with employment equity targets.
Manage staff in the department to ensure that they achieve their objectives in line with the strategic objectives of the RAF.
Manage the implementation of human capital processes and procedures to control/regulate workplace conflict and/or institute corrective measures and consultation processes to address deviations from standards.
Allocate, direct, motivate and evaluate subordinates to help them achieve their individual goals.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree/ Advanced Diploma in IT/ Risk Management/ Audit/ IT Governance related qualification.
Postgraduate in IT/ Risk Management/ Audit/ IT Governance related qualification will be advantageous.
Certification in CISA, COBIT and ITIL.
ISO 27001 certification will be an added advantage.
Relevant 6 – 8 years’ experience in IT Governance, Risk and Compliance environment of which 2 years must have been on management/supervisory level/area of expertise.

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within six weeks from the closing date can consider themselves unsuccessful

Security Vetting shall be conducted on all prospective employees

It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.

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