About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director: Risk Management based in Polokwane. This pivotal role contributes significantly to the public service by ensuring that the organisation maintains a robust risk management framework. The successful candidate will be instrumental in fostering a culture of risk awareness and compliance, which is essential for protecting the integrity and effectiveness of health services in the community. By managing risks effectively, you will help safeguard vital health services for the residents of Polokwane and beyond.
In this role, you will supervise the implementation of risk management strategies, support the development of policies, and engage with stakeholders to promote awareness and understanding of risk management across the organization. Your efforts will not only enhance the department’s operational resilience but also contribute to the overall improvement of health services for the South African public. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in the realm of public health.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to providing equitable and quality healthcare services to all South Africans. Its mission is to ensure that the health needs of the community are met through effective planning, resource allocation, and management of health facilities. Working within this department allows you to be part of a larger mission that prioritizes the well-being of citizens and strives to improve health outcomes across the nation. The department is committed to fostering a professional environment where employees are empowered and encouraged to make a difference in public service.
What You’ll Do
- Supervise and implement the risk management framework within the organization.
- Advocate for risk management practices through awareness activities and training programs.
- Continuously monitor and assess the risk environment, gathering and analyzing relevant data.
- Facilitate the risk assessment process, including identifying, analyzing, and evaluating risks.
- Compile and maintain the risk register and management assessment reports.
- Oversee the performance of supervisees, ensuring quality control and effective training.
- Manage stakeholder relationships to enhance the understanding and effectiveness of risk management.
What You’ll Need
- An NQF level 7 qualification (Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma) in Risk Management or a related field.
- A minimum of three years’ relevant supervisory experience.
- Valid unexpired driver’s license.
- Strong knowledge of Human Resource Management legislation and Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
- Understanding of anti-corruption strategies and financial accounting principles.
- Excellent communication skills and a commitment to ethical conduct in all professional dealings.
- Ability to manage performance, conduct, and discipline within a team setting.
How to Apply
All applications must be hand delivered at: 389 Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria. To submit an application online, click the link under the post you wish to apply for. Attach only a copy of CV and completed Z83.
Requirements
An NQF level 7 (bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma) in Risk Management or a relevant tertiary qualification.Three (3) years’ relevant experience at supervisory level.
The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
Knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Management legislation, policies, practices and procedures.
Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations and guidelines.
Knowledge of the Public Service Anti-Corruption Strategy and anti-corruption and fraud prevention measures.
Knowledge of equal opportunities and affirmative action guidelines and laws.
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
Knowledge of institutional policies and procedures.
Knowledge of governmental financial systems.
Knowledge of the principles and practice of financial accounting.
Knowledge of the framework for managing performance information.
Business strategy translation and alignment, problem solving and analysis, people and diversity management, and client orientation and customer focus skills.
Good communication skills.
Accountability and ethical conduct.
Job Duties
The incumbent will be responsible for supervising and undertaking activities to develop and implement the risk management framework.Supervise and implement the risk management framework in the organisation, including participating in the development of the risk management framework and implementing the risk management plan.
Support the establishment of the risk management philosophy and culture in the organisation by advocating and promoting risk management through awareness activities, reviewing risk maturity through data gathering and quality review, building capacity through training and development, and developing and maintaining stakeholder and client relationships.
Continuously monitor the risk environment by collecting statistical information on indicators of risks and detecting changes in the 133 internal and external risk environment.
Supervise the capturing of data and the maintenance of databases on risk management information.
Supervise and undertake studies and analysis for identifying risks to establish the internal and external organisational context and analyse risk mitigation plans.
Supervise, facilitate and advise on the risk management assessment process, including facilitating the identification, analysis and evaluation of risks and risk responses, compiling and maintaining the risk profile (risk register), and compiling risk management assessment reports as required.
Monitor and review identified risk response activities by monitoring the progress of the implementation of activities to address risks as agreed and revising risk response activities.
Supervise employees, allocate duties and perform quality control on work delivered by supervisors, advise and lead supervisors with regard to all aspects of the work, and ensure that supervisors are trained and developed to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively.
Manage the performance, conduct and discipline of supervisees.
