Financial Sector Conduct Authority Jobs

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SPECIALIST ANALYST MARKET RESEARCH AND ECONOMIC ANALYSIS DEPARTMENT (Pretoria)

Reference Number

FSCA:1010

Description

Purpose of the Job:

To design and apply research techniques to gather, process and analyse insights. Gather insights through conducting relevant market and bespoke research. Identify market conduct trends, write reports and present research findings to various stakeholders. The person will also conduct relevant international benchmarking research taking into account behavioral insights techniques. The person will also be responsible for conducting fieldwork research such as mystery shopping when required. The person appointed to this position will report directly to the Senior Manager: Economic and Market Risk Analysis.

Key Performance Areas:

•Assist the department in designing and applying research techniques to gather, process and analyse insights.
•Gather primary data using questionnaires, surveys, and interviews amongst other methods.
•Conduct mystery shopping research, conduct surveys and other relevant fieldwork.
•Conduct relevant international benchmarking research using various sources of information.
•Record findings, analyse and interpret patterns and trends.
•Assist with monitoring and analysing financial consumer sentiments from online and social media platforms.
•Write research proposals, reports and present research findings and observations.
•Engage and collaborate with colleagues from other teams (various internal stakeholders) as required to deliver joint projects and/or generate new insights.
•Perform such other tasks necessary or desirable to enhance the performance of the department.

Other Key Competencies:

The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: A high level of judgement and a confident and decisive approach; problem analysis; information gathering; oral and written communication skills; good presentation skills, good interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence; ability to work in a team, ability to work independently with minimal supervision, innovative and strategic thinking. Willingness to learn from and transfer knowledge and skills to colleagues; and to work after hours when required.

FSCA is committed towards increasing the representation of marginalised groups in line with its Employment Equity Plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with short listed candidates and that the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in behavioral economics, Marketing, or related fields of study with at least 5 years working experience related to research. A relevant postgraduate degree would be an added advantage. The candidate must also have sound understanding of research methodologies and demonstrable experience in designing and applying research techniques.

Closing Date: 26 June 2025

DEPARTMENTAL HEAD PROJECT MANAGEMENT OFFICE (Pretoria)

Reference Number

FSCA 669

Description

Purpose of the Job:
 
Responsible for leading, developing, monitoring and managing the PMO function. The role will support the successful delivery of organizational strategic programs undertaken by providing oversight to inform prioritization decisions, defining and maintaining project management standards through effective facilitation, tracking and reporting. The person appointed to this position will be reporting to the Chief Information Officer (CIO).

Key Performance Areas:

•Develop and implement the PMO strategy and operating model, frameworks and charter.
•Ensure management and leadership of project Managers including managing the day-to-day activities in the PMO, providing guidance on PMO policies and processes, overseeing project management staff, and collaborating with other department leaders to deliver projects.
•Drive Demand Management process in consultation with relevant stakeholders
•Lead, develop, monitor and manage the PMO function and create a culture of high performance, value-for-money, optimization and innovation through effective team performance management.
•Support CIO by managing the ICT and Digital Transformation projects portfolio lifecycle ensuring strategic alignment.
•Facilitate among the PMO stakeholders and organizational leadership a consensus around the mission and vision of the PMO organisation to foster a project-management-oriented culture and mindset;
•Ensure management and leadership of a team of business analysts and the development of IT Services business analysis capability through professional development activities.
•Lead, develop, monitor, manage and Mature the IT Quality Assurance and Testing capability  
•Ensure management and leadership of a team of IT Quality Assurance and Testing professionals 
•Lead the identification and implementation of project management processes, methods, tools, guidelines and standards in order to establish a stable framework that supports all project teams and stakeholders to improve the probability of successful project delivery;
•Facilitate the agreed-upon process that develops plans and prioritization by leadership and governance;
•Define, manage and direct the needed end-to-end PMO work effort, which includes leveraging best practices and techniques in identifying, quantifying and tracking the realization of expected benefits;
•Provide ongoing coaching and mentoring to PMO staff and project managers;
•Build and maintain relationships with senior leadership and key PMO stakeholders, and acts as a trusted advisor; and 
•Regularly reviews and evaluates opportunities to improve the project management best practices in order to achieve higher maturity in Project Portfolio Management (PPM).

Other Key Competencies:

The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes:  Excellent oral and written communication skills, be creative and innovative, quality and detail orientated, customer focused, a distinctive blend of business and IT skills. Cross functional relationship building, effective at influencing and good negotiating skills.

FSCA is committed towards increasing the representation of marginalised groups in line with its Employment Equity Plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with short listed candidates and that the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.

Requirements

A Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems, Business Administration or related field. qualification; with at least 10 years’ relevant experience in Project Management; of which 7 years must be at a management level. The candidate must demonstrate experience in leading diverse teams, experience with Agile methodologies and one or more project management methodologies (e.g. PMI PMBOK, and PRINCE2).Demonstrated management/supervisory experience in project management and the execution of multiple or large projects, during which more than one of the following occurred – Thought leader with a view to creating a viable PMO service and supporting pragmatic delivery of projects; Competency in strategic thinking and leadership, with strong abilities in relationship management; Leadership of multidiscipline and high-performance work teams; Proven track record of successful delivery of programs and projects; and Good knowledge of portfolio management strategy.

Closing Date: 26 June 2025

FSCA BURSARY FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES (Pretoria)

Reference Number

DIS 2026/29

Description

The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) is committed to increase the representation of People with Disabilities in line with its Diversity and Inclusion objectives. To this effect, the FSCA will be offering bursaries to eligible students with disabilities.

Description:

The FSCA offers bursaries to matriculants and/or students with disabilities who are studying at any recognised South African university or any accredited institution of higher learning.

What the Bursary Covers:

The FSCA bursary for students with disabilities covers full-time studies in Data Science / Business Management / BCom: Economics / BCom: Finance and Bachelor of Laws degree. This bursary covers registration costs and tuition fees, prescribed textbooks, accommodation including meals, monthly allowance for incidental expenses and supportive learning device such as a wheelchair, Zoom Text software, or a Jaws Reader, computer or any device recommended by a medical doctor.

Duration:

The bursary will be awarded for the duration of the identified qualification.

What is Expected

The bursar(s) will be required to enter into a work-back contract with the FSCA proportional to the number of years they have been funded by the organisation. Experiential learning will be provided to bursar(s) during and upon completion of their studies.
Correspondence and Communication.

Enquiries must be forwarded to Sibusiso Mahlaba at sibusiso.mahlaba@fsca.co.za. The closing date for applications is 31 August 2025. Correspondence and communication will only be with short listed candidates.

Requirements

The bursary is for undergraduate studies in disciplines identified above. Applicants must be in possession of a South African barcoded identity document / ID card. The application must be accompanied by a motivation letter, curriculum vitae, latest copy of certified results or matric certificate, a letter from the medical doctor as proof of permanent disability and proof of parents’ latest income (e.g., a payslip or affidavit if the parent is unemployed).

Closing Date: 31 August 2025

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