About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director in Enterprise Risk Management at its Head Office in Johannesburg. This role is pivotal in ensuring that effective risk management practices are not only established but also actively promoted within the organization. By implementing a robust risk management framework, the successful candidate will contribute significantly to the safety and sustainability of public service initiatives that serve the community.
In Johannesburg, a city known for its vibrant culture and economic dynamism, this position allows you to play a critical role in safeguarding the operational integrity of public service. Your work will directly impact how the department interacts with its stakeholders, ensuring that risks are identified, assessed, and addressed proactively. This is not just a job; it is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of South Africans.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of public service delivery in South Africa. It plays a crucial role in developing and implementing policies that promote good governance, accountability, and ethical practices within the public sector. Working within this department means being part of a team that values professionalism and strives to improve the overall quality of life for all citizens.
What You’ll Do
- Supervise the implementation of the risk management framework across the organization.
- Participate in the development of a comprehensive risk management plan.
- Advocate for risk management awareness through various engagement activities.
- Continuously monitor and assess the internal and external risk environment.
- Manage data collection and maintain risk management databases.
- Facilitate risk assessments, including identification, analysis, and evaluation of risks.
- Compile and maintain an updated risk register and compile necessary reports.
- Lead a team, ensuring quality control and effective performance management.
- Provide training and development opportunities for team members.
What You’ll Need
- A Matric certificate and a relevant 3-year National Diploma/Degree in Risk Management, Internal Auditing, or Financial Accounting.
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in an administrative or supervisory role.
- A valid driver’s license (Code 08/10) and a clear criminal record.
- Strong understanding of risk management policies and relevant legislation.
- Excellent skills in report writing, problem-solving, and data analysis.
- Attributes such as professionalism, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to work.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email to the provided address.
Requirements
Matric plus 3-year relevant National Diploma/Degree in Risk Management/ Internal Auditing/ Financial Accounting.(SAQA NQF level 6/7) and 3-year relevant experience.
3 years' experience at administrative/ supervisory level.
No criminal record or any cases pending against you.
A valid code 08/10 driver’s licence Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of Risk Management Policies and Frameworks.
Relevant legislations relating to Risk Management and understanding of the Department’s strategic objectives.
Records Management, Report writing, Problem solving and analysis.
Knowledge management, Change management, Business Continuity Management, Communication, Negotiation and Computer literacy.
Attributes: Professionalism, Efficient and effective, Accessible.
Team player, Customer focused, Proactive and resourceful.
Quality oriented, Responsive, People oriented.
Attention to detail, honesty and integrity.
Job Duties
To supervise and implement the risk management framework in the organisation: Participate in the development of the risk management framework.Implement the risk management plan, Support the establishment of the risk management philosophy and culture in the organisation.
Advocate and promote risk management in the organisation (awareness activities), Risk maturity-data gathering and quality review, Capacity building (training and development).
Develop and maintain stakeholder and client relationships Continuous monitoring the risk environment.
Collect statistical information on indicators of risks.
Detect changes in the risk environment (internal and external context).
Supervise the capturing of data and maintenance of databases on risk management information, Supervise and undertake studies and analysis for identifying risks to establish the internal and external organisation context.
Supervise, facilitate and advice on the risk management assessment process.
Facilitate the identification of risks, Analysis of risks, Risk evaluation, Risk response, Compile risk profile (ensure and maintain risk register.
Compile reports as required, Monitor and review the identified risk response activities.
Monitoring the implementation of the progress of activities 194 to address risks as agreed on Revising risk response activities.
Supervise employees to ensure an effective risk management service.
This would, inter alia, entail the following.
General supervision of employees.
Allocate duties and perform quality control on the work delivered by supervisees.
Advise and lead supervisees with regard to all aspects of the work.
Manage performance, conduct and discipline of supervisees.
Ensure that all supervisees are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively.
