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Instructional Designer (Senior)

Discovery Institute of Training

Instructional Designer ( Senior)

Sandton- Hybrid

KEY PURPOSE

The vacancy is for an Instructional Design role within the Discovery Institute of Training. The role requires the Instructional Designer to develop training solutions and material for the Discovery Bank portfolio, according to high quality standards. The role will also involve constant evaluation of the training cycle and regular updating of material.

KEY OUTPUTS

All work must be done accurately, comprehensively and in-line with set quality standards. 

• Effectively follow the 6Ds methodology to develop all learning solutions.
• Consult with stakeholders across all relevant business areas to identify and address L&D needs.
• Gather information about Discovery Bank in relation to key needs and requirements of the area.
• Develop comprehensive curriculum to cater for the needs of specific areas.
• Design and develop training material and assessments for in-person and virtual training workshops and induction programmes, in line with the curriculum to ensure that learning outcomes are matched.
• Develop storyboards (only) for digital training material, which could include online courses, videos, podcasts, infographics and animations.
• Note: The Instructional Designer will not be responsible for any development of digital material as this function is fulfilled by the Multimedia design team.
• Consult with business areas to agree on reasonable and achievable deadlines. 
• Train and provide guidance to the facilitators to ensure that learning outcomes are achieved through effective presentation of material.
• Maintain material and ensuring best practice guidelines are followed across the areas.
• Continuous evaluation of both facilitators and the effectiveness of training material.
• Ability to develop material based on technical product information and specifications.
• Manage projects within the portfolio, ID team, or department. This includes proactive communication, updates, and timelines. 
•  Apply planning and project management skills, as well as the use of project management tools.
• Set strategic portfolio goals and plan and manage new initiatives for the portfolio.
• Lead, manage, support and coach the one instructional designer assisting on the portfolio, to grow into a senior role through clear communication, effective training, and alignment with Discovery values.
• Build and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 
• Analyse data to identify engagement trends, make impactful recommendations, and suggest solutions.
• Use approved AI technology effectively to enhance ID processes and develop deliverables. 

COMPETENCIES

• Extensive experience in the application of the 6Ds methodology 
• Learning experience design based on data-driven insights
• Creative and innovative
• Very good command of English language 
• Demonstrate strong instructional writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Good project management skills
• Communicate effectively with diverse personalities
• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Coping with pressure and setbacks
• Adapting and responding to change
• Relating and networking
• Applying expertise and technology
• Management and operational knowledge and skills
• Leadership knowledge and skills. 

Experience

• Working experience of at least 2 years in a similar role is required.

The following qualifications and experience are required: 

• At least two years Instructional Design experience. – Essential
• Leadership and or managerial experience – Essential
• Project management experience – Essential 
• Occupationally Directed Education, Training and Development Practitioner qualification (ODETDP). – Advantageous
• Knowledge and experience working in the financial services industry or banking industry – Advantageous 
• Business related degree – Advantageous 

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY   
                             
The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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Regulatory Reporting Manager (Senior)

Business Unit:  Discovery Bank

Function:  Banking

Date:  10 Nov 2025

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-drive people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within us society.

About Discovery Bank

Discovery Bank is a bank like no other – a shared-value bank, designed with our clients in mind. We’re all about sharing the value that clients create when they manage their money well, back with them through exceptional interest rates and rewards. Our Vitality Money programme measures how well clients manage their finances, inform them of what it means to be financially healthy, and empowers them with the knowledge to get enhanced rewards for managing their money well. If you’re adaptable, a problem-solver, always questioning the way things are done, passionate about doing what is right, and obsessed with providing quality service experience, we have a job for you where you can be your

best in an environment that’s safe and nurturing.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Head of Capital & Commercial Management, the Head of Regulatory Reporting is responsible for leading all regulatory reporting activities to the Prudential Authority (PA) and the South African Reserve Bank (SARB), in accordance with the Banks Act and related regulations.

This role leads strategic regulatory initiatives and ensures full compliance with Basel frameworks. It involves close collaboration with risk owners to provide regulatory expertise and guidance, enabling informed strategic decisions within the applicable regulatory frameworks. Building and maintaining strong relationships with the Prudential Authority and other industry stakeholders is essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and submission of statutory returns in terms of the Banks Act.
• Ensure accuracy and alignment of regulatory reports with financial statements and PA directives.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant legislation, circulars, directives, and guidance notes.
• Develop, enhance, and implement policies and procedures for regulatory reporting.
• Collaborate with IT and Data teams to ensure automated, seamless reporting processes and robust data lineage.
• Create and review monthly regulatory information packs, including variance and graph analysis, BA returns, and BA 099.
• Lead ad hoc regulatory projects driven by changes in the regulatory environment or business operations.
• Foster strong relationships with the PA, external auditors, and internal stakeholders including IT, Credit, Treasury, Risk, Legal, Compliance, and Internal Audit.
• Represent Discovery Bank at BASA meetings and stay informed of industry developments.
• Provide internal training and support to executive management and relevant teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• CA (SA) or equivalent accounting/finance degree.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in banking, with a focus on regulatory reporting.
• Strong IT acumen, including knowledge of reporting systems, data transformation, data lineage, and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with SAP and regulatory reporting software is advantageous.
• In-depth understanding of Basel frameworks and South African banking regulations.

Skills and Attributes

• Comprehensive knowledge of banking risk, governance frameworks, and regulatory regimes.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research capabilities.
• Excellent ability to interpret and translate complex technical regulations.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance detailed analysis and high-level oversight.
• Sound communication and negotiation skills across all levels.
• Proficiency with IT systems and data automation.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Innovative, client-centric, and committed to excellence.
• Self-starter with a passion for continuous learning and development.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY
The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we activelyencourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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Learning and Development Manager

Discovery Institute of Training

Learning and Development Manager

Sandton – Hybrid

Key purpose

The vacancy is for a Learning and Development Manager within the Discovery Institute of Training. This role will be responsible for leading a team of skilled Learning and Development Specialists dedicated to the design, development, and delivery of impactful learning solutions. These include leadership development and core (soft) skills programmes, delivered through in-person workshops, virtual training, and digital learning formats. The successful candidate will support capability development across various roles and levels within Discovery, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and performance priorities.

Key outputs

Leadership and core skills learning strategy

• Develop and implement a comprehensive learning strategy for leadership and core (soft) skills development that aligns with Discovery’s business objectives and talent priorities.

Learning programme design and oversight

• Oversee the end-to-end design, development, and delivery of high-quality learning solutions, classroom, virtual, and digital tailored to various roles and levels.

Team leadership and capability building

• Lead, coach, and inspire a team of Learning and Development Specialists to drive innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement in learning design and facilitation.

Stakeholder engagement and collaboration

• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and business leaders to identify learning needs, gather feedback, and ensure solutions deliver measurable value.

Programme evaluation and impact measurement

• Establish metrics and mechanisms to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of learning programmes on individual and organisational performance, aligned to the 6Ds methodology.
• sure learning is transferred to the workplace, business outcomes are achieved, and value is created and demonstrated.

Learning innovation and digital integration

• Champion the use of new technologies, tools, and methodologies (e.g., microlearning, gamification, blended learning) to create engaging and scalable learning experiences.
• Leverage AI and other emerging technologies to drive efficiency, enhance content creation, and streamline learning development and delivery processes across formats.

Governance and quality assurance

• Ensure all learning interventions meet internal quality standards and regulatory requirements and are aligned with Discovery’s learning frameworks and methodologies.

Budget and resource management

• Manage the team’s learning budget and resources effectively, ensuring optimal allocation for maximum impact.

Competencies

• Strategic leadership: Demonstrates advanced leadership capability, with a proven ability to lead high-performing teams, influence senior stakeholders, and align learning strategy to business priorities.
• Innovative and critical thinking: Applies innovative, forward-thinking approaches to solve complex problems, drive continuous improvement, and future-proof learning solutions.
• Expertise in learning and development: Deep understanding of both traditional and modern learning methodologies, including digital, blended, and experiential learning practices.
• AI and technology integration: Comfortable leveraging AI, learning technologies, and digital tools to enhance learning experiences and improve team efficiency.
• Growth and agile mindset: Embraces change, shows resilience, and fosters a culture of learning, experimentation, and adaptability within the team.
• Exceptional communication and influence: Communicates with clarity and impact across all levels of the organisation; skilled at managing diverse personalities and building strong networks.
• Project and programme management: Demonstrates strong organisational, planning, and execution skills, with the ability to lead complex projects and manage multiple priorities.
• Business acumen: Understands the business context and uses data-driven insights to shape learning decisions and demonstrate ROI.
• Customer-centric focus: Dedicated to understanding and exceeding internal customer needs, with a commitment to delivering measurable value.
• Attention to quality and detail: Maintains high standards in all learning outputs, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence.
• Resilience and pressure management: Maintains performance and decision-making capability under pressure, navigating challenges with composure.
• Advanced reporting and writing skills: Able to craft compelling reports, proposals, and communications tailored for executive and strategic audiences.

Experience

• Minimum of 8–10 years’ experience in Learning and Development, with at least 3–5 years in a management role.
• Proven track record of designing and delivering leadership development and soft skills programmes across various levels in a large organisation.
• Demonstrated experience leading high-performing L&D teams, including coaching, performance management, and development of team members.
• Strong background in both digital and in-person learning solutions, including instructional design, content development, and facilitation.
• Experience applying learning evaluation frameworks and methodologies, such as the 6Ds or Kirkpatrick Model, to measure learning impact and business value.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and consulting experience, working with cross-functional teams and senior business leaders.
• Experience managing learning projects end-to-end, including scoping, budgeting, and reporting.
• High proficiency in using modern learning technologies, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and virtual learning platforms (e.g., MS Teams, Zoom, etc.).
• Experience using AI tools and digital innovation to enhance learning design and team efficiency.

Qualifications

Essential:

• A formal qualification in Human Resources, Learning and Development, Organisational Psychology, Education, or a related field.
• Evidence of continuous professional development in leadership, learning design, or training facilitation.

Advantageous:

• A postgraduate qualification (Honours or Master’s) in a relevant field.
• Formal training or certification in the 6Ds® methodology or other learning impact frameworks.
• Certifications or demonstrated expertise in AI tools for learning or digital learning technologies.

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Developer

Discovery- Integrated Shared Services

Oracle and Cognos Developer (Senior)

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Oracle and Cognos Developer to join our Financial Services Analytics & Reporting team. The successful candidate will design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade data solutions and business intelligence (BI) reports for broker commission data across multiple insurance and financial product lines (e.g., Life, Health, Insurance).

The role requires deep technical expertise in Oracle database development, Cognos BI reporting, and commission data modeling, combined with strong knowledge of financial services processes and regulatory requirements. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate, timely, and insightful commission reporting for stakeholders, including Sales, Finance, Compliance, and Executive Management.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

Database Development & Data Management

• Design, develop, and maintain Oracle PL/SQL packages, stored procedures, triggers, and functions for commission data processing.
• Optimize complex SQL queries for performance, scalability, and reliability in large datasets.
• Design and maintain data models to support commission tracking, broker hierarchy structures, and payout rules.
• Implement ETL processes to extract, transform, and load commission data from multiple source systems into reporting databases.
• Ensure data quality, validation, and reconciliation between operational systems and reporting databases.

Business Intelligence & Reporting

• Develop and maintain Cognos Framework Manager models, data packages, and reports for broker commission analytics.
• Build dashboards, scorecards, and ad-hoc reporting solutions for business stakeholders.
• Apply complex business rules for calculating and presenting broker commissions, overrides, bonuses, and claw backs.
• Collaborate with business analysts to capture requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

Governance, Compliance & Security

• Implement and maintain role-based access controls for sensitive commission data.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, data privacy laws, and internal governance policies.
• Document technical processes, data flows, and change logs in line with audit requirements.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for Oracle and Cognos development within the broker commission domain.
• Mentor junior developers and BI analysts, providing code reviews and technical guidance.

• Partner with Finance, Sales, and Operations teams to ensure accurate and transparent reporting.
• Liaise with infrastructure teams to ensure high availability, performance tuning, and backup strategies.

Education and Experience

Qualification

• BSc in Computer Sciences/ Information Systems or equivalent IT tertiary qualification?
• Oracle Certified Professional – Advanced PLSQL developer

Experience

• 5+ years of Oracle database development experience, with strong PL/SQL skills.
• 5+ years of Cognos BI development experience (Framework Manager, Report Studio, Active Reports).
• Strong background in data warehousing and dimensional modeling
• Experience integrating data from CRM, policy administration, and claims systems.
• Advanced fault-finding abilities, with a proven track record of diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues efficiently and accurately.

Technical Skills

• Oracle Database (11g/12c/19c) – PL/SQL, SQL tuning, partitioning, materialized views.
• IBM Cognos Analytics – Framework Manager, Report Studio, Dynamic Cubes, Active Reports.
• ETL tools (Informatica, DataStage, SSIS, or equivalent).
• Understanding data security, encryption, and access control best practices.
• Familiarity with reporting automation and API integrations for data ingestion.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver accurate outputs in tight timelines.
• Leadership mindset with a willingness to mentor and coach others.

Preferred/Desirable

• Experience with Python or shell scripting for automation.
• Familiarity with cloud-based analytics platforms
• Experience in migration projects from legacy BI platforms to modern analytics stacks.
• Power BI experience

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and timeliness of commission reports.
• Query and report performance (response times, optimization).
• Data quality metrics (error rates, reconciliation discrepancies).
• Stakeholder satisfaction with reporting solutions.
• Reduction in manual processing and report preparation time.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY   
                             
The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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HR Data Analyst

About Discovery 

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society. 

About Discovery Bank

Discovery Bank is a bank like no other – a shared-value bank, designed with our clients in mind. We’re all about sharing the value that clients create when they manage their money well, back with them through exceptional interest rates and rewards. Our Vitality Money programme measures how well clients manage their finances, informs them of what it means to be financially healthy, and empowers them with the knowledge to get enhanced rewards for managing their money well. If you’re adaptable, a problem-solver, always questioning the way things are done, passionate about doing what is right, and obsessed with providing a quality service experience, we have a job for you where you can be your best in an environment that’s safe and nurturing.  

 Job Purpose

The HR Data Analyst is responsible for providing data-driven insights and analytics to support HR decision-making processes. This role focuses on analysing a range of people-related data including demographics, remuneration and incentives, leave trends, exit and stay interviews etc., to develop comprehensive insights and accurate people reports and dashboards. We are looking for an intelligent, self-driven person who has a passion for problem solving and who delights in using data to provide insights for business improvement.

Areas of responsibility may include but are not limited to:

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Track and maintain the integrity (completeness and quality) of people related data
• Analyse exit and stay interview data to identify key drivers of employee turnover and retention
• Track leave usage, trends and risks to ensure optimal workforce planning and compliance
• Develop and maintain an Exco “People dashboard” to provide real-time insights using HR metrics
• Identify trends and development needs based on Individual Development Plans
• Ad-hoc reporting based on business requests
• Design standard reports for line managers and HR through Smart People
• Submit regulatory reports e.g. Employment Equity, Annual Training Report and Workplace Skills Plan
• Monitor and report on working model adherence
• Remuneration
  • Analyse trends, anomalies and opportunities for improvement
  • Provide input to Bank Board and Remco reports
  • Complete income differential analysis and recommendations
  • Regularly review variable pay (actual vs budget) and provide input on recalibration of targets
  • Analyse overtime trends to manage costs and identify root causes
  • Complete all regulatory reports

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with business and the HR team to understand their data needs and provide relevant insights
• Collaborate with IT and data management teams to ensure data integrity and accuracy
• Act as liaison with the central People team on data and system issues and enhancements
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and other stakeholders.

Compliance and Process Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Develop and maintain documentation for data analysis processes and methodologies
• Provide feedback on people processes to ensure the integrity of the data
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and company policies
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends in HR analytics

Education, Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, finance, statistics, or related analytical field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Analytics, using Excel, PowerBI and similar tools
• Exposure to remuneration data analytics would be advantageous
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques

Personal Attributes and Skills 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with, analyse and report on data
• Ability to deal with complexity, ambiguity and constant change
• Commitment to excellence and high-quality delivery
• Mature with high EQ and ability to work with confidential information
• Ability to communicate effectively

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY   
                             
The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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Learnership – Long Term Insurance – People Living with a Disability

Discovery Health (WCP Service Team)
Learnership: Long Term Insurance

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Key Purpose of the role

This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised FETC: Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification; which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

Long Term Insurance – Discovery Health:

Call Centre: Medical Aid client servicing, claims, new business and health benefits administration

Personal Attributes and Skills

Innovative/ critical thinking/ and problem solving skills
Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
Time management and planning skills
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment
Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player.
Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.

Education and Experience

Grade 12 is essential.

Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 – 60% )
2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
May have an incomplete tertiary qualification (advantage)

Specific Requirements:

Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment;
Not have completed any previous Learnership.
Be between the ages of 18 and 25 years;
Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language;
Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel & MS Outlook

External Job Description
External Job Description
Discovery Health (WCP Service Team)
People Living with Disabilities Learnership: Long Term Insurance

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Key Purpose of the role

This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised FETC: Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification; which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

Long Term Insurance – Discovery Health:

Call Centre: Medical Aid client servicing, claims, new business and health benefits administration

Personal Attributes and Skills

Innovative/ critical thinking/ and problem solving skills
Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
Time management and planning skills
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment
Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player.
Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.

Education and Experience

Grade 12 is essential.

Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 – 60% )
2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
May have an incomplete tertiary qualification (advantage)

Specific Requirements:

Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment;
Not have completed any previous Learnership.
Be between the ages of 18 and 25 years;
Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language;
Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel & MS Outlook
EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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Compliance Specialist

Discovery Group Compliance

Compliance Specialist

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Key Purpose

SA Composite Compliance is looking for a dynamic individual to join the SA Composite Compliance: Regulation, Culture & Governance team as a Compliance Specialist to (1) assist the compliance function in effectively and productively manage its compliance reporting communications and reporting obligations and (2) assist management in effectively and productively manage its responsibilities to comply with its timeous submission of regulatory and statutory reporting 

Areas of responsibility

The successful candidate will be required, primarily, but not limited to:

• Manage and maintain all compliance related reporting, including reporting to executive management, board and board sub-committees. 
• Input into business unit specific monthly and quarterly compliance reports.
• Manage the non-compliance incident reporting and tracking.
• Multidisciplinary data analytics for efficient reporting and trends analyses.
• Facilitation of meetings including secretarial functions.
• Review of regulatory training material from a legislative perspective.
• Drafting and reviewing of compliance guidance notes, regulatory position papers and strategic insights.
• Drafting and review of policies, manuals and frameworks, where applicable, including facilitation of consultation processes, approvals and attestations.
• Perform adhoc monitoring reviews, where applicable.
• Assisting with the facilitation, management and oversight of compliance related internal and external audits.
• Assist with the management of applicable internal compliance systems and external submission portals.
• Assist with the delivery against a defined reporting and regulatory engagement schedule of submissions.
• Assist with the continuous monitoring and tracking all regulatory engagements including management and maintenance of the regulatory engagement repository.
• Compliance representative at industry forums and bodies.
• Build, develop and maintain relationships with the key internal and external stakeholders relevant to the functional area and / or area of specialisation.
• Create frameworks and processes to ensure the delivery of the function.
• Ensure that team annual objectives are met.

Role Specific Competencies

• Advanced data analytics skills.
• Legislative knowledge and interpretation of the reporting requirements.
• Business and compliance reporting structures and administration
• Authoring reports and other documents.
• Frameworks and methodologies.
• Write in a well-structured and logical way.
• Ability to review compliance policies and compliance guidance notes.
• Strong listening, organisational and communication skills.
• Work independently and as part of a team when required.
• Support management in achievement of team objectives.
• Efficient time management skills, including quick turnaround time on work.
• Attention to detail.
• Focus on implementation and aligning the law to a business model.
• Able to work under pressure.
• The ability to think in an analytical and conceptual manner.

Personal Attributes and skills

• Focused.
• Organised.
• Proactive.
• Perceptive.
• Analytical.
• Trustworthy.
• Excellent Interpersonal skills.
• Team player.
• Resilient.

Education and Experience

• Relevant tertiary law degree (LLB).
• Must have a clear and in-depth understanding of the regulatory and compliance function reporting requirements.
• At least 2 to 3 years’ experience within a compliance environment with a focus on regulator engagement, communications and reporting.
• Understanding of the financial services and insurance industry essential.

Advantageous:

• Post-graduate in compliance management.
• CPrac accreditation.
• Management and leadership development.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY   
                             
The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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Coordination Manager

Discovery Institute of Training

Coordination Manager

Sandton – Hybrid

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

The Discovery Institute of Training (DIT) is responsible for the creation and delivery of both online and in-person learning interventions and assessments for all roles within Sales and Distribution as well as Discovery Bank Staff. The DIT encompasses several specialized teams, including Training Operations, Training, Instructional Design, Multimedia, Human Skills, Bank Training, and Leadership. 

Job Purpose

To Provide full coordination support to the management of the Learning and Development Function in the achievement of the set deliverables.

Key Outputs may include but are not limited to:

• Strategic Leadership: Lead the development and execution of departmental strategies, ensuring alignment with broader organisational goals and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Actively contribute to the design and implementation of coordination processes and organisational change programmes. Take accountability for achieving business objectives, managing allocated budgets, and delivering performance improvements across multiple teams or functions.
• Team Leadership & Development: Provide mentorship, operational guidance, and robust support to team leaders and coordinators, fostering a collaborative, high-performing, and learner-centred environment. Set clear expectations, conduct regular performance reviews and development planning, and create opportunities for ongoing skill development and career progression. Champion a culture of professionalism, service excellence, and psychological safety, ensuring open communication and a shared sense of purpose.
• Cross-functional Project Oversight: Oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of complex training programmes and cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and effective resource allocation. Exercise decision-making authority that impacts the wider department or business unit, and ensure all logistical requirements are met through stakeholder collaboration.
• Accountability & Governance: Assume direct responsibility for departmental outcomes, including compliance, risk management, and the development, implementation, and monitoring of policies and procedures. Ensure that all activities meet regulatory, quality, and business standards.

Attributes:

• Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
• Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
• Time management and planning skills
• Speaks fluently and writes in a well-structured and logical manner.
• Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
• Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player.
• Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.

Job Requirements:

Work Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a leadership role, with a demonstrable track record of delivering business objectives and driving performance improvements through others.
• Evidence of successful strategic planning, stakeholder management at a senior level, and oversight of complex projects or programmes.
• Experience leading a team, developing policies and procedures, and ensuring departmental compliance, risk management, and governance.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel Skills
• Facilitation Skills
• Reporting through dashboards and tools such as PowerBI

Education

• A tertiary education (preferably a degree or Diploma).
• A formal Project Management Diploma / Training course is preferential.
• Education, Training and Development Certificate or Advanced Certificate is preferential.

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Strategic Planning:  Skills in developing, executing, and evaluating departmental and organisational strategies, including change management and process improvement.
• Stakeholder Management: Expertise in engaging, influencing, and managing relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.
• Project and Programme Management: Proven ability to oversee and deliver complex projects or programmes, including resource planning, risk mitigation, and performance measurement.
• Compliance & Policy Development: In-depth knowledge of compliance requirements, risk management practices, and experience in policy and procedure development and implementation.
• Team Leadership & Coaching: Strong capability in leading, developing, and motivating multi-level teams, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of data analytics tools to extract insights from training performance and financial data.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY   
                             
The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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Scrum Master

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About Vitality Group

Vitality Group, a subsidiary of Discovery Limited is responsible for the expansion of the Vitality Shared-Value Insurance business model beyond South Africa and the UK, serving to fully leverage the assets and intellectual property of Discovery beyond its primary markets. The business forms equity or contractual partnerships with leading global insurers to integrate Vitality and shared value with partner’s insurance and financial services products in the markets where they operate. Vitality Group also operates a business providing wellness solutions to employer groups in the United States. Vitality Health International, a business unit within Vitality Group coordinates and focuses on resource allocation to Discovery’s emerging, global health insurance initiatives. Vitality Group is also responsible for Discovery’s 25 percent equity investment in Ping An Health, the largest comprehensive medical insurer in China.

To date, Vitality Group’s businesses jointly reach more than 27 million unique lives across 38 markets (Argentina, Austria, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Czech Republic, China, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ecuador, France, Germany, Ghana, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Macao, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Thailand, the United States, Vietnam and Zambia) as well as our primary markets in South Africa and the United Kingdom.

Key Purpose

• Is a servant-leader for the Scrum Team that does anything possible to help the team perform at their highest level
• Help form a self-managed team that is motivated, predictable, transparent and consistently delivers quality work and continually inspects and adapts in order to improve and maximize throughput whilst upholding the Agile values, principles and practices
• Facilitates the removal of impediments teams face when developing solutions
• Implements agile best practices within a team
• Helps the development team, business and management develop a culture of collaboration – Act as a change agent to the team and organisation
• Supports the team to be self-organising and function as an accountable, high performance team
• Focused and goal driven and helps to achieve the Sprint goals
• Be a master facilitator

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

• Act as Scrum master for 2 – 4 scrum teams with a focus on guiding the teams towards improving the way they work.
• Facilitate Scrum Events ensure that they are focused and productive (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, Retrospectives and Backlog Grooming)
• Help facilitate Product Planning Workshops and Release Planning Sessions
• Assist the Product Owner in prioritisation and scheduling of work, to meet delivery time frames
• Ensure backlog is in good standing by having regular re-occurring weekly backlog grooming sessions
• Ensure that all the team members understand their role and fulfil them to the best of their ability
• Guide/coach/mentor the development team to take on the responsibilities of the process and ownership of the product – lead the team to a self-organised state
• Build a high performing team, focusing on improving team dynamics and performance, help the team manage interpersonal conflicts, challenges and opportunities for growth.
• Protect the team from interruptions and distractions to maximize productivity and create flow of work
• Identify and facilitate the resolution of identified impediments
• Help the team make achievable sprint commitments with the use of velocity data and team availability
• Help the team members communicate, co-ordinate and meet their delivery goals
• Ensure the team / stakeholders adhere to Definition of Ready (DoR) / Definition of Done (DoD)
• Highlight risks and dysfunctions where the DoR / DoD is not met
• Ensure the team uses the standardized reference story for estimating
• Ensure understanding of the Agile principles and Scrum process, across teams and stakeholders
• Ensure adherence to the Agile principles and Scrum process and help resolve any deviations
• Raise issues that are putting delivery at risk as soon as they arise
• Help facilitate delivery solutions and manage expectations
• Responsible to produce the following artefacts (Weekly Sprint Reports, Release projection / Burndown) to create visibility and transparency of the progress and status of the systems delivery
• Continually grow and share Agile knowledge.

Personal Attributes and Skills

Behavioral Skills

• Stress Management
• Time management and prioritization
• Learning orientation
• Innovation
• Bias for action
• Teamwork and co-operation
• Strong management skills

Technical Skills

• Knowledge and/or experience of Kanban
• Knowledge of the software development life cycle
• Essential you are fully proficient at Jira administration, for example:
  • Understand the JIRA data model
  • Create and maintain workflows, transitions, post actions, etc.
  • Plugin evaluation
  • Project administration
  • Create and maintain Users and Security Groups
  • Proficient in writing JQL queries
  • Create and maintain fields and field configurations, screens and screen configurations
• Excellent communication skills in English in written and spoken form
• Working with ServiceNow IT Business Management (ITBM) advantageous

Other

• Overtime may be required from time to time

Education and Experience

Education and Experience

Education:

• Matric
• Certified scrum master/scrum practitioner
• Tertiary degree (B. Engineer, B.Com, BSC) advantageous 

Experience:

• At least 2-4 years’ experience working in a Scrum Master role
• At least 2 years’ experience working in an agile environment, preferably in a variety of situations 
• Experience working within Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) advantageous

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY   
                             
The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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Android Developer (Senior)

Discovery – Group Information Services – Digital Channels

 

 

Senior Android Developer – Mobile Team

About Discovery 

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About Digital Channels

Working in a high performance organization that prides itself in attracting the finest talent, we challenge ourselves to find solutions that make a difference in the world. Our environment is always buzzing with energy and smart, motivated people working on finding the best way to move forward.

The Digital Channels team works on dynamic new projects and product enhancements within the web and mobile platforms in order to improve business inefficiencies, gain competitive advantage on our products and ultimately to provide better service to our clients. Using knowledge of the organization’s technology infrastructure and specific software applications, Application Platform Services helps the business to address changes through technologies

Key Purpose

Senior Android developer will support the projects throughout the project lifecycle, including requirements, design, implementation, release and post release support. 

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

The senior Android developer must have a competent understanding of:

• The system development life cycle and can explain the Java developer role in each stage
• The defined system development tools, processes and workflows
• The distinction between business, functional and non-functional requirements and how to implement them
• The importance of delivering high quality source code and how to achieve it
• The technologies used and the systems components structure
• The domain and business terminologies and link them back to system implementations 

Senior Android developers should be able to demonstrate that they can:

• Develop, test, and maintain the deployed application software with high quality
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to ensure a successful, high-quality product and great user experience

• Analyse, maintain and enhance existing application and troubleshoot issues with efficiency.
• Perform accurate development estimation

• Produce technical specifications and designs. Participate in new business development through ideation, prototype development, and project estimates
• Research new techniques, tools, and best practices and share that knowledge with the team and community

• Maintain high standards 
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Self-starter who takes ownership, is accountable, and is able to work under minimum supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Can help with quality assurance and provide comments within 6 months of being in the position, a senior Android developer should be able to demonstrate strong domain knowledge and technologies in relation to the environment that they work in.

Personal Attributes and Skills

Behavioral Skills

• Stress Management
• Time management and prioritization
• Creativeness
• Learning orientation
• Negotiation skills
• Innovation
• Clean code thinking

Technical Skills

• Project Management
• Business Writing Skills
• Presentation and Facilitation Skills
• Solution Architecture
• Process Mapping
• Entity Diagram mapping
• Software testing pack design, functional testing

Education and Experience

Minimum

• 3+ Year IT related Degree or Diploma (BSc/BTech or similar)
• 4+ years’ experience developing Android applications
• Have worked on multiple published apps in the Play Store

Advantageous

• 4+ year user interface analyst experience
• Java related degree/qualification
• Honours degree
• Business experience and product knowledge
• Experience in Kotlin beneficial

• Experience with agile development methodologies
• Experience with automated testing tools and techniques
• Experience with GIT
• Native Android

Methodologies

• Waterfall and Agile
• Knowledge of OO design principles and development patterns

Tools

• SoapUI (SOAP) / REST client (JSON)
• Android Studio
• Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence)

Processes

ITIL (Incident, Release, Problem Management)

Technologies

• J2EE, Spring Boot
• Android, Java, Kotlin
• WebLogic, Apache

• UML
• XML, JSON
• SOAP and REST Web Service Development

Other

• Software architecture
• JAD sessions
• Data modelling techniques

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY   
                             
The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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