SARB Jobs – 01 August 2026

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Museum Manager

Pretoria, South Africa

Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to manage and implement the strategic vision of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Museum, including overseeing exhibitions, outreach and educational initiatives to enhance the reputation and public image of the SARB. This role plays a key part in advancing the SARB’s values and ongoing commitment to transparency, accountability and open communication with the public.

Detailed description

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

• Lead and implement the strategic vision of the SARB Museum, ensuring its alignment with the broader objectives of the SARB. 
• Apply the target operating model, processes and standards to support efficient operations and governance across the museum’s services, including visitor experiences, events, exhibitions, educational outreach and programming, publications and public programming. 
• Oversee marketing, advocacy, outreach and communications for the museum, making effective use of multimedia platforms such as video, podcasts, social media and digital content production, to enhance visibility, storytelling and public engagement.
• Develop comprehensive schedules that outline agendas and desired outcomes for museum activities and projects, fostering engagement with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the museum’s programmes and projects and drive continuous improvements. 
• Manage relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including the public, academic institutions, government entities and business, to enhance the museum’s profile, performance and impact. 
• Maintain a consistently high standard of customer service and excellence across all museum operations.
• Administer the museum’s budget and collaborate with other departments, where required. 
• Stay informed about advancements and innovations that could enhance museum projects and programmes.
• Coordinate research relevant for the museum’s needs, such as temporary exhibitions or podcast programming.
• Prepare quality reports, including monthly statistics to track the museum’s performance, operations and effectiveness.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant standards, policies, procedures and health and safety protocols as well as compliance with all legislative requirements related to the management of the museum.
• Manage and support the development and performance of the museum team, including interns, students and tour guides.

Qualifications

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

• a Bachelor degree (NQF-level 7) in Museum Studies, Fine Art, Archaeology, Visual Arts or Heritage Studies or an equivalent qualification in a related field.
• six to eight years working in a museum, fine arts environment or art gallery.

Additional requirements include:

• museum management knowledge and skill;
• industry, organisational and business awareness knowledge;
• quality assurance knowledge and skill;
• written and verbal communications knowledge and skill;
• continued learning and/or professional development knowledge and skill;
• business continuity planning knowledge and skill;
• project management knowledge and skill;
• communications legislation and governance, risk and compliance;
• reporting writing knowledge and skill;
• stakeholder management knowledge and skill;
• provision of communications services;
• experience in managing visual art collections and exhibitions, 
• integrating curatorial practices in museum operations; and
• multimedia content production knowledge and skill.

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

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

About Us

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

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

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

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

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

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

Financial Stability

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

Prudential Regulation

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

Financial Markets

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

Financial Surveillance

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

Payments and Settlements

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

Statistics

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

Research

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

Banknotes and Coin

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

Job Info

• Job Identification1132
• Job CategoryStrategy and Communication
• Posting Date2026/07/31, 10:21
• Apply Before2026/08/10, 23:55
• Degree LevelNQF 7:Bachelor’s degree, Advanced Diplomas, Post Graduate Certificate and B-tech
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Job ShiftDay
• Locations Head Office, 27th floor, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0002, ZA

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Comms Internship

Pretoria, South Africa

Trending

Job Description

South African Reserve Bank Communications Internship for 2026
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has a partnership agreement with Rhodes University School of Journalism to help improve the quality of economic and financial journalism. In line with this partnership, SARB is offering an internship opportunity to students registered in the Rhodes School of Journalism.
The internship period will be from February 2026 to January 2027. A market related stipend will be provided to the successful candidate for the duration of the internship.
Students who are currently doing their final year or postgraduate studies may apply. To be considered, students must complete the attached form and forward it together with their CV to Azola Dayile at Azola.Dayile@resbank.co.za
The closing date for applications is 08 August 2025. Further enquiries may be directed to Azola Dayile on 065 891 7220.

Qualifications

Students who are currently doing their final year or postgraduate studies may apply

About Us

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

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

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

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

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

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

Financial Stability

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

Prudential Regulation

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

Financial Markets

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

Financial Surveillance

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

Payments and Settlements

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

Statistics

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

Research

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

Banknotes and Coin

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

Job Info

• Job Identification1785
• Job CategoryAdministration
• Posting Date2026/07/30, 15:07
• Apply Before2026/08/03, 23:55
• Degree LevelNQF 7:Bachelor’s degree, Advanced Diplomas, Post Graduate Certificate and B-tech
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Job ShiftDay
• Locations Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0002, ZA

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Lead Policy Analyst (FMI)

Pretoria, South Africa

Job Description

Detailed description

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

• Draft prudential policy papers, policy positions and regulatory instruments.
• Implement the Prudential Authority’s (PA) strategic objectives.
• Analyse the relevance/appropriateness of international standards on highly specialised fields in banking, insurance and financial market infrastructures, with a specific focus on financial market infrastructures, structured debt instruments and market risk.
• Develop and refine policy tools/frameworks on banking, insurance, financial market infrastructures and all related work in terms of the Financial Sector Regulation Act 9 of 2017 (FSR Act), with a specific focus on financial market infrastructures, structured debt instruments and market risk.
• Administer and implement prudential and joint policy and regulatory instruments.
• Design and implement cooperation and collaboration mechanisms with the SARB for the purposes of financial stability.
• Analyse domestic and global regulations and the impact of these on financial market infrastructures.
• Monitor global prudential policy implementation frameworks and the impact of these on local regulatory frameworks.
• Provide highly specialised and detailed regulatory frameworks on prudential and joint regulation in the context of the FSR Act as well as on the regulatory framework for financial market infrastructures.
• Draft prudential and joint regulatory frameworks and instruments.
• Influence international standard-setting bodies and possibly represent the PA at such forums.
• Represent the PA in Parliament and other forums on policy matters and legislation.
• Adopt and adapt international standards to South African requirements to be purpose-specific to South Africa, yet compliant with international criteria.
• Be a custodian of the PA policy process and related governance processes.
• Coordinate and complete international surveys.
• Brief divisional heads, heads of department, the PA Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the SARB Executive and other stakeholders on policy positions on specialised topics.
• Represent the PA at various public forums (e.g. training, lecturing and presenting at conferences).
• Coordinate the PA ‘house view’ in collaboration with the SARB and other regulators.
• Conduct and coordinate ad hoc research on prudential-related topics.
• Draft speeches and similar documents for the PA CEO,  the SARB Executive on specialist topics.
• Prepare briefings on specialist topics for the PA CEO,  the SARB Executive as well as heads of department to represent the PA/SARB view locally and internationally.
• Take ownership and responsibility for the implementation of microprudential matters within the mandate of the PA and in support of the financial stability mandate of the SARB.

Qualifications

Job requirements

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

• a postgraduate degree (NQF 9) in Law, Finance, Accounting, Insurance, Banking or Economics; and
• 12 years’ experience in the financial markets infrastructure sector, financial sector or risk management environment.  

Additional requirements include:

• knowledge of: 

– the financial sector, specifically financial markets infrastructures, structured debt instruments and market risk;

–   corporate governance and risk management practices and standards;

–   international principles on financial market infrastructures, structured debt instruments and market risk;

–   principles for financial market infrastructures;

–   insurance core principles, solvency II or solvency assessment and management;

–   banking core principles and Basel III;

• problem-solving and analytical skills;
• planning and organising skills;
• verbal and written communication skills;
• strong presentation skills;
• financial and business acumen;
• team player;
• self-starter;
• attention to detail; and
• confidentiality.

About Us

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

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

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

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

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

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

Financial Stability

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

Prudential Regulation

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

Financial Markets

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

Financial Surveillance

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

Payments and Settlements

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

Statistics

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

Research

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

Banknotes and Coin

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

Job Info

• Job Identification1776
• Job CategoryPolicy Analyst
• Posting Date2026/07/29, 08:36
• Apply Before2026/08/13, 23:55
• Degree LevelNQF 9: Master’s degree
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Job ShiftDay
• Locations Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0002, ZA

Lead Policy Analyst

Pretoria, South Africa

Job Description

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

• Implement the Prudential Authority’s (PA) strategic objectives.
• Draft prudential policy papers, policy positions and regulatory instruments. 
• Analyse the relevance/appropriateness of international standards on highly specialised fields in banking, insurance and financial market infrastructures. Specific focus will be on cross-cutting regulatory frameworks derived from the Financial Sector Regulation Act 9 of 2017 (FSR Act) as well as those relating to member-based deposit-taking financial institutions (i.e. mutual banks, cooperative banks and cooperative financial institutions).
• Develop and /refine policy tools/frameworks on banking, insurance, financial market infrastructures and all related work in terms of the FSR Act (including fintech policy matters).
• Administer and implement prudential policy and regulatory instruments.
• Design and implement cooperation and collaboration mechanisms with the SARB for the purposes of financial stability.
• Analyse domestic and global regulations and the impact of these on the PA’s regulatory frameworks.
• Monitor global prudential policy implementation frameworks and the impact of these on local prudential regulatory frameworks.
• Provide highly specialised and detailed regulatory frameworks on prudential regulation in the context of the FSR Act and member-based deposit-taking financial institutions. 
• Draft prudential and joint regulatory frameworks and instruments.
• Influence international standard-setting bodies and possibly represent the PA at such forums.
• Represent the PA in Parliament and other forums on policy matters and legislation.
• Adopt and adapt international standards to South African requirements to be purpose-specific to South Africa, yet compliant with international criteria.
• Be a custodian of the PA policy process and related governance processes.
• Coordinate and complete international surveys.
• Brief divisional heads, heads of department, the PA Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the SARB Executive and other stakeholders on policy positions on specialised topics.
• Represent the PA at various public forums (e.g. training, lecturing and presenting at conferences).
• Coordinate the PA ‘house view’ in collaboration with the SARB and other regulators.
• Conduct and coordinate ad hoc research on prudential-related topics.
• Draft speeches and similar documents for the PA CEO and the SARB Executive on specialist topics.
• Prepare briefings on specialist topics for the PA CEO, the SARB Executive as well as heads of department to represent the PA/SARB view locally and internationally.
• Take ownership and responsibility for the implementation of microprudential matters within the mandate of the PA and in support of the financial stability mandate of the SARB.

Qualifications

Job requirements

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

• a postgraduate degree (NQF 9) in Law, Finance, Accounting, Insurance, Banking or Economics; and
• 12 years’ experience in the financial sector, banking sector, or risk management environment. 

Additional requirements include:

• knowledge of: 

–   the financial sector, specifically in banking, mutual banking, cooperative banking or cooperative financial institution environments;

–   international principles on deposit-taking financial institutions;

–   banking core principles and Basel III;

–   insurance core principles, solvency II or solvency assessment and management;

–   policy implications relating to fintech;

–   corporate governance and risk management practices and standards;

• problem-solving and analytical skills;
• planning and organising skills;
• verbal and written communication skills;
• strong presentation skills;
• financial and business acumen;
• team player;
• self-starter;
• attention to detail; and
• confidentiality.

About Us

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

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

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

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

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

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

Financial Stability

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

Prudential Regulation

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

Financial Markets

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

Financial Surveillance

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

Payments and Settlements

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

Statistics

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

Research

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

Banknotes and Coin

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

Job Info

• Job Identification1777
• Job CategoryPolicy Analyst
• Posting Date2026/07/29, 08:34
• Apply Before2026/08/13, 23:55
• Degree LevelNQF 9: Master’s degree
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Job ShiftDay
• Locations Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0002, ZA

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Analyst – Accounting and Auditing Technical Support

Pretoria, South Africa

Trending

Job Description

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

• Keep abreast with accounting and auditing developments affecting the regulated financial sector through review of pronouncements by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB), International Auditing Assurance Standards Board (IAASB), the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) and the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS) as it pertains to the industry.
• Provide technical support to the PA departments on the interpretation and application of accounting and auditing standards affecting the regulated institutions. 
• Liaise with external stakeholders such as the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA), Banking Association of South Africa (BASA), Association for Savings and Investments South Africa (ASISA) and the South African Insurance Association (SAIA) on accounting and auditing matters affecting the banking and insurance industries.
• Represent the PA on accounting standards and industry forums, where applicable, and inform the PA staff of local and international accounting and auditing developments.
• Monitor accounting and auditing-related industry data and associated trends.
• Engage with banks, insurance entities, auditors and other relevant parties on the implementation and impact of new accounting and auditing standards.
• Assess the impact of accounting and auditing pronouncements on the South African regulatory framework and assist with related policy formulation.
• Provide support to members of the BCBS and IAIS subcommittees, for example, the Policy Development Group, the Accounting Experts Group and the Accounting and Auditing Working Group, on accounting and auditing matters for input into policy formulation.
• Ensure alignment of the regulatory returns to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) accounting standards.
• Assist with accounting and auditing-related training within the PA, where applicable.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must have: 

• a postgraduate qualification in Accounting, Auditing (NQF 8), CA(SA) or CFA; and 
• five to eight years’ post articles experience in financial services, banking, insurance or financial risk management.The following would be an added advantage:
• knowledge of the Basel framework and/or the Solvency Assessment and Management (SAM) framework at both theoretical and practical level; 
• practical experience in the banking and/or insurance regulatory environment; and
• practical experience in the technical accounting and/or auditing of banks and/or insurance companies.Additional requirements include:
• knowledge of, and experience in, the banking and/or insurance sector, financial and banking products and relevant regulations, with particular emphasis on accounting/ auditing matters relating to banks and insurance entities;
• an understanding of developments regarding the accounting and auditing standards;
• competence in basic office information technologies;
• being a self-starter and able to function independently and proactively; and
• proficiency in verbal and written communication. 

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

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

About Us

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

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

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

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

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

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

Financial Stability

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

Prudential Regulation

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

Financial Markets

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

Financial Surveillance

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

Payments and Settlements

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

Statistics

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

Research

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

Banknotes and Coin

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

Job Info

• Job Identification1779
• Job CategoryAccounting
• Posting Date2026/07/29, 13:36
• Apply Before2026/08/14, 23:55
• Degree LevelNQF 8: Honours degree, Post Graduate diploma and Professional Qualifications
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Job ShiftDay
• Locations Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0002, ZA

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Associate Analyst – Accounting and Auditing Technical Support

Pretoria, South Africa

Trending

Job Description

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

• Keep abreast with accounting and auditing developments affecting the regulated financial sector through review of pronouncements by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB), International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB), the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) and the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS) as it pertains to the industry. 
• Provide technical support to the PA departments on the interpretation and application of accounting and auditing standards affecting the regulated institutions. 
• Liaise with external stakeholders such as the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA), Banking Association of South Africa (BASA), Association for Savings and Investments South Africa (ASISA) and the South African Insurance Association (SAIA) on accounting and auditing matters affecting the banking and insurance industries. 
• Monitor accounting and auditing-related industry data and associated trends. 
• Engage with banks, insurance entities, auditors and other relevant parties on the implementation and impact of new accounting and auditing standards.
• Assess the impact of accounting and auditing pronouncements on the South African regulatory framework and assist with related policy formulation. 
• Provide support to members of the BCBS and IAIS subcommittees, for example, the Policy Development Group, the Accounting Experts Group and the Accounting and Auditing Working Group, on accounting and auditing matters for input into policy formulation. 
• Ensure alignment of the regulatory returns to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) accounting standards. 
• Assist with accounting and auditing-related training within the PA, where applicable.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must have: 

• a postgraduate qualification in Accounting, Auditing (NQF 8), CA(SA) or CFA.
  • two to five years’ post articles experience in financial services, banking, insurance or financial risk management.

The following would be an added advantage:

• knowledge of the Basel framework and/or the solvency assessment and management (SAM) framework at both theoretical and practical level;
  • practical experience in the banking and/or insurance regulatory environment; and
  • practical experience in the technical accounting and/or auditing of banks and/or insurance companies.

Additional requirements include:

• competence in basic office information technologies;
  • an understanding of developments regarding the accounting and auditing standards;
  • being a self-starter and able to function independently and proactively; and
  • proficiency in verbal and written communication.

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

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

About Us

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

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

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

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

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

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

Financial Stability

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

Prudential Regulation

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

Financial Markets

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

Financial Surveillance

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

Payments and Settlements

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

Statistics

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

Research

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

Banknotes and Coin

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

Job Info

• Job Identification1780
• Job CategoryAccounting
• Posting Date2026/07/29, 13:43
• Apply Before2026/08/14, 23:55
• Degree LevelNQF 8: Honours degree, Post Graduate diploma and Professional Qualifications
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Job ShiftDay
• Locations Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0002, ZA

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Associate Bank Analyst 

Pretoria, South Africa 

and 1 more

Trending

Job Description

Detailed description

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

•  Review, analyse and evaluate regulated institutions (banks and insurers) with regard to Pillar 3 Disclosures.
• Review and evaluate financial entities’ disclosure process for compliance with legislation requirements.
• Analyse and interpret risk-based regulatory returns and reconcile them with the Pillar 3 reported disclosures for regulated entities.
• Conduct research and provide input into the regulatory framework (e.g. the Banks Act 94 of 1990, Insurance Act 18 of 2017), in line with international best practice.
• Interpret and develop amendments to the legislative framework, including the development of regulatory instruments (directives and standards), based on international best practices.
• Contribute towards the international and local Disclosure framework working committees.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the supervisory review and evaluation process in respect of Pillar 3, in line with international best practice. 
• Develop and implement the supervisory framework in relation to Pillar 3 Disclosures for banking and insurance. 
• Report on the compliance of the entities to the Pillar 3 legislation.

Qualifications

Job requirements

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

• a postgraduate qualification (NQF 8) specialising in Accounting, Auditing, Banking, Insurance, Finance, or Risk Management; and
  • at least two to five years’ experience in the finance sector or risk management environment.

The following would be an added advantage:

• a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) qualification;
  • being a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
  • being a Financial Risk Manager (FRM);
  • membership of the Actuarial Society of South Africa (ASSA); and
  • practical experience in a financial and/or business environment.

Additional requirements include: 

• knowledge of and experience in financial, banking or insurance products, regulations or risk models;
  • being conversant in the second Pillar of the Basel III framework at both theoretical and practical levels;
  • keeping abreast of best practice in capital management; 
  • an understanding of the Basel III framework regarding the definition of capital and leverage ratio; 
  • be conversant in the Insurance Act 18 of 2017 and its Prudential Standards as well as the information for supervisory purposes submitted by the insurance industry;
  • an understanding of the Insurance Core Principles, Guidance and Assessment Methodology;
  • be conversant in the Financial Markets Act 19 of 2012 and its Regulations;
  • a high level of knowledge, skills and experience in relevant areas of specialisation; 
  • ability to work in a team and independently; 
  • effective time management skills; 
  • proficiency in verbal communication; and
  • competence in written communication.

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

About Us

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

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

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

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

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

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

Financial Stability

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

Prudential Regulation

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

Financial Markets

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

Financial Surveillance

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

Payments and Settlements

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

Statistics

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

Research

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

Banknotes and Coin

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

Job Info

• Job Identification1774
• Job CategoryBank Analyst
• Posting Date2026/07/28, 10:35
• Apply Before2026/08/13, 23:55
• Degree LevelNQF 8: Honours degree, Post Graduate diploma and Professional Qualifications
• Job ShiftDay
• Locations Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0002, ZA

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SWIFT Specialist

Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to design, implement, test and maintain solutions in support of the South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) payment system as well as the internal and external Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT) business processes for the SARB, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the South African Multiple Options Settlement (SAMOS) system.

Detailed description

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

Define own work plan and deliverables with guidance from the line manager, and prioritise the delivery of own outputs against the work plan.

• Deliver high-quality and relevant work, which includes to:
• design, develop, implement, test and maintain the SWIFT Alliance suite, the SWIFTNet Network and the SWIFTNet WebAccess infrastructures, including server operating systems, Cisco networks, IBM MQ series, the SWIFT hardware security model (HSM), the SWIFT virtual private network (VPN) and telecommunication links;
• gain an understanding of client requirements and provide technical assistance to other SWIFT colleagues and end users in their daily work;
• contribute to the preparation of system specifications, system testing, documentation, job controls and deliverables, including the maintenance of programme libraries and technical documentation; and
• contribute to the preparation of system specifications, system testing, documentation, job controls and deliverables, including the maintenance of programme libraries and technical documentation and discuss problems and possible solutions with senior team members.
• Perform SWIFT activities as well as SARB business continuity planning (BCP) and disaster recovery (DR) testing to meet business requirements.
• Perform SWIFT health checks as well as SARB-related internal and external audits.
• Be responsive to client requests, listen to and accommodate client needs, display appropriate flexibility, and keep clients updated at all times, including providing assistance with client requests relating to the SADC, the SAMOS system and SARB requirements (including travel).
• Comply with expected standards and procedures for the completion of processes and tasks, and propose improvements to workflow, processes, standard operating procedures and systems.
• Comply with the SARB’s policies, procedures and other legislative requirements in order to mitigate risks within the SWIFT environment.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the business and operational aspects related to the SWIFT environment and associated applications.
• Provide support to the business in relation to the management and maintenance of the SARB’s external financial information feeds, including the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), Bloomberg and IRESS.

Qualifications

Job requirements 

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

• at least a Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) or an Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Information and Communication Technology (ICT); and
• at least 5–8 years’ job-related experience.

Additional requirements include:

• industry, organisational and business awareness, knowledge and skill;
• quality assurance knowledge and skill;
• continuous improvement knowledge and skill;
• continued learning and/or professional development knowledge and skill;
• BCP knowledge and skill;
• application support and maintenance knowledge and skill;
• infrastructure design and development knowledge and skill;
• infrastructure support knowledge and skill;
• network design and security knowledge and skill;
• systems integration knowledge and skill;
• systems specialisation knowledge and skill;
• information technology (IT) governance, risk and compliance knowledge and skill;
• testing knowledge and skill;
• business relationship management knowledge and skill;
• IT enablement reporting knowledge and skill; and 
• capacity and performance management knowledge and skill.

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

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

Job Info

• Job Identification1766
• Job CategoryInformation Technology
• Posting Date2026/07/27, 14:38
• Apply Before2026/08/06, 23:50
• Degree LevelNQF 7:Bachelor’s degree, Advanced Diplomas, Post Graduate Certificate and B-tech
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Job ShiftDay
• Locations Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0002, ZA

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Technical Cyber Security Consultant

Pretoria, South Africa

Trending

Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to provide consulting services on the evaluation and development of security controls and drive security design deliverables aligned with architectural artifacts, and to critically evaluate current security controls.

Detailed description

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

• Advise and drive security minded thinking to ensure effective consideration of security control objectives across the SARB Group, while optimising processes.
• Provide technical direction, oversight, coaching and mentoring to BSTD team members in the operational and development landscape regarding security controls, ensuring the delivery of secure implementations.
• Define, design and optimise effective security mechanisms that enable secure business processes.
• Research and stay abreast of the threat landscape and the latest developments to mitigate cyber and system security risks, aligned to governance controls for systems on-premises and in the cloud.
• Identify security requirements, from business requirements, and define and guide the development and maturing of controls to enable a mitigated business risk.
• Liaise with security architects and technical teams as well as security service providers to share best practices and insights both within SARB Group and the industry.
• Assess the effectiveness and completeness of existing architectural artifacts and security patterns and provide direction on artifacts and pattern expansion in order to reduce the SARB Group’s risk posture.
• Evaluate implemented security controls and mechanisms for their effectiveness and identify gaps to improve and extend the use of such controls.
• Guide and ensure effective compliance measurement interpretation in order to ensure effective SARB Group risk posture reporting across all domains.
• Create, and provide input into the maintenance and definition of, security policies, frameworks and standards in accordance with corporate governance including the Bank’s policies, procedures and other legislative requirements.
• Develop and evaluate Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for security specific solutions and provide guidance on security requirements for business solutions.
• To act on management requests to address or mitigate risks in the SARB Group environment as identified.
• To play a consulting role in responding to critical security incidents within the SARB Group as a member of the Incident Response team (CSIRT).

Qualifications

Job requirements

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

• A minimum of a BSc. Computer Science Honours / BSc. Engineering Honours (NQF 8) plus Industry specific qualifications OR equivalent;
• CISSP qualification is required. 
• 8–10 years’ experience in an information security function with at least 3-5 years of job-related experience in application/infrastructure/cloud security design and consultation.

Additional requirements include:

• Other industry specific qualifications such as SSCP, CCSP, CSSLP, CISM, TOGAF etc.  will be advantageous to aid in the selection of the focus area between applications and infrastructure both on premises and cloud
• Application security design
• Data security design
• Infrastructure security design
• System integration
• ICT industry standards
• Information security
• Services design
• Architecture views and viewpoints design
• Threat and Risk Analysis
• IT governance, risk and compliance
• Security frameworks and standards such as ISO 27000-series, NIST, etc

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

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

Job Info

• Job Identification1768
• Job CategorySecurity
• Posting Date2026/07/27, 10:26
• Apply Before2026/08/07, 23:55
• Degree LevelNQF 8: Honours degree, Post Graduate diploma and Professional Qualifications
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Job ShiftDay
• Locations Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0002, ZA

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Contractor-Associate Investigator

Pretoria, South Africa

Trending

Job Description

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

• Proactively identify illegal MVTS operators and ARPs in the current exchange control environment by conducting extensive research in local and international jurisdictions.  
• Identify new trends employed by MVTS operators and ARPs to externalise funds from South Africa.
• Recommend or develop new ways to detect the methods MVTS operators and ARPs use to externalise funds. 
• Investigate, with limited supervision, basic, intermediate and complex matters involving alleged contraventions of the Regulations.
• Recoup, recover or regularise capital lost due to alleged contraventions of the Regulations. 
• Administer the collection, preservation and distribution of money and/or goods seized in terms of the provisions of the Regulations.
• Assist, under supervision, legal practitioners and law enforcement agencies with investigations and litigation. 
• Record all relevant information and correspondence regarding allocated investigations and provide investigative administrative support when required.
• Collate, report on and link data on all identified matters, including those under investigation and/or sanctioned. 
• Provide accurate reporting to all levels within the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) and external stakeholders.
• Participate in meetings and provide written reports linked to the above processes.

Qualifications

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

• at least a Bachelor’s degree in either law, commerce or forensics (in the accounting or financial fields), or an equivalent NQF level 7 qualification in a related field;
• a minimum of one to three years’ experience in financial or related investigations in the banking, financial sector and/or law enforcement environment; and
• knowledge of and experience in the application of the Currency and Exchanges Act 9 of 1933, the Regulations, Currency and Exchanges Manuals and other relevant legislation. 

Additional requirements include:

• building and managing relationships;
• resilience and perseverance;
• good verbal and written communication skills; 
• good analytical and judgement skills;
• knowledge and skill in:

-investigations report writing;

-analysis and problem-solving;

-sound judgement and decision-making; and

-planning and organising;

• advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word;
• ability to work under pressure; and
• a valid driver’s licence and the ability to travel from time to time to perform duties away from the SARB Head Office.

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

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

About Us

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

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

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

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

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

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

Financial Stability

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

Prudential Regulation

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

Financial Markets

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

Financial Surveillance

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

Payments and Settlements

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

Statistics

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

Research

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

Banknotes and Coin

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

Job Info

• Job Identification1772
• Job CategoryContractor
• Posting Date2026/07/27, 11:01
• Apply Before2026/08/11, 23:55
• Degree LevelNQF 7:Bachelor’s degree, Advanced Diplomas, Post Graduate Certificate and B-tech
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Job ShiftDay
• Locations Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0002, ZA

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