About the Role
The National Treasury is seeking a dedicated and skilled Deputy Director: Risk Management to join their team at the National Head Office in Pretoria. This vital role is integral to ensuring effective risk management practices that safeguard public resources and enhance the overall functionality of government operations. By managing the implementation of risk registers and coordinating risk management committees, the successful candidate will play a crucial part in promoting accountability and transparency within the public service. This position is not just a job; it’s a commitment to the community and the nation, contributing to the enhancement of governance and financial management across South Africa.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to work closely with various stakeholders to develop comprehensive risk management strategies and mitigation plans. You will facilitate training and awareness programs, ensuring that risk management principles are not only understood but actively implemented across all departments. Your work will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of public service delivery, making a meaningful difference in the lives of South Africans.
About the Department
The National Treasury is responsible for the management of South Africa’s public finances, ensuring that resources are used effectively and responsibly to foster economic growth and social development. With a mandate to implement sound financial policies, the department plays a crucial role in promoting transparency and accountability within government operations. Working at the National Treasury means being part of a team that is dedicated to improving the financial landscape of the country and making a positive impact on the lives of its citizens.
What You’ll Do
- Manage the implementation of risk registers and monitor risk profiles.
- Oversee risk management committees at both national and regional levels.
- Develop and coordinate risk management strategies, including risk mitigation and skills development plans.
- Facilitate risk assessments and compile comprehensive risk management reports.
- Liaise with external stakeholders to enhance risk management strategies.
- Organize and provide secretarial support for regional risk management meetings.
- Monitor and review the implementation of action plans across regions and branches.
- Ensure adherence to relevant legislation and best practices in risk management.
What You’ll Need
- Recognized National Diploma or Degree in Risk Management, Auditing, Accounting, Economics, or a relevant qualification.
- Three to five years of managerial experience in Risk Management or Internal Auditing.
- Strong computer literacy and a valid driver’s license.
- Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations.
- Familiarity with risk management policies and procedures, including ISO31000 and COSO frameworks.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- A commitment to high-quality standards, accountability, and ethical conduct.
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 [email protected].
Requirements
Recognized National Diploma or Degree in Risk Management/Auditing/Accounting/Economics or relevant qualification.Three to five (3-5) years’ managerial experience at an ASD level in Risk Management and Internal Auditing environment.
Computer literacy.
Valid driver’s license.
Competencies And Attributes: Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, ISO31000, The Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) framework, King III report on corporate governance, labour legislation relevant to the post, anti-fraud, corruption policies and Public Service Regulations.
Knowledge of risk management policies and procedures, 18 risk management principles and philosophy.
Government financial systems and knowledge of risk management in the public sector.
Knowledge of implementing policies.
Experience in identifying new risks and rolling out risk methodologies skills.
Problem solving and analysis.
Client orientation and customer focus.
Presentation skills.
People and diversity management.
Accountability and ethical conduct.
Committed to high level of quality control.
Good organizational and communication skills.
Good financial management, facilitation, planning, organizing, change and time management skills.
Job Duties
Manage the implementation of risk register.Monitoring of risk profiles.
Risk management committees, national and regional.
Enterprise-wide co- ordination.
Develop risk management strategy, risk mitigation plan, skills development plan, risk assessment methodologies and techniques.
Facilitate the development of generic awareness package, and conduct knowledge reviews through e.
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interviews, survey etc.
conduct risk assessments, strategic and operational.
Compilation of risk management reports, review the progress given by the branches and region to ascertain level of progress in terms of the risk mitigation.
Monitor the implantation of the action plans by the regions and branches.
Liaise with the external stakeholders on broader effective risk management strategies, i.
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National Treasury.
Coordinate risk management committee at the regions.
Coordinate risk management committee at the regions.
Development of inputs to be incorporated in the risk management plan.
Arrange regional risk management meetings.
Provide secretarial function during the regional risk management committee and provide status quo on the risk mitigation plans.
Management of performance of information, management of financial and human resources.
