About the Role
The Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Director: Risk and Integrity Strengthening to join its National Office in Pretoria. This pivotal role focuses on enhancing risk management strategies, developing a robust compliance framework, and ensuring the integrity of operations within the IPID. By spearheading these initiatives, you will contribute significantly to public service and the overall safety and governance of communities across South Africa.
In this position, you will oversee the implementation and improvement of the risk management framework, ensuring that both internal and external risks are identified and effectively managed. Your efforts will play a crucial role in fostering an ethical culture within the organization, thus enhancing the trust and confidence of the public in the IPID’s operations. This is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a real difference in the integrity and effectiveness of public service.
About the Department
The Independent Police Investigative Directorate is tasked with overseeing the conduct of the police and ensuring accountability within the law enforcement sector. Its mission is to promote justice and integrity, providing a vital service that protects the rights of citizens while enhancing the accountability of law enforcement agencies. Working in this department means being part of a team that is committed to building a safer and more just society for all South Africans.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and manage risk management strategies and annual plans.
- Implement and review the risk management framework to identify potential risks.
- Facilitate and advise on risk assessment processes and response activities.
- Maintain and monitor the departmental risk profile and ensure compliance with policies.
- Lead efforts in establishing a compliance framework aligned with IPID’s mandate.
- Promote good corporate governance and monitor compliance with relevant laws.
- Manage the implementation of Business Continuity Management (BCM) strategies.
- Oversee the effective management of human, financial, and physical resources.
What You’ll Need
- An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7) in Risk Management, Internal Auditing, Economics, or Accounting.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a middle to senior managerial role in risk and integrity management.
- Registration with IRMSA or the Institute of Internal Auditors (SA).
- A valid driver’s license.
- Strong knowledge of legislative requirements related to Enterprise Risk Management.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
How to Apply
Please follow the application instructions outlined below to submit your application.
Requirements
An Undergraduate qualification (NQF7) as recognized by SAQA in Risk Management/ Internal Auditing/ Economics/ Accounting.Registration with IRMSA or Institute of Internal Auditors (SA).
5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in risk and integrity management environment.
A valid driver’s license.
Knowledge Requirements: Sound working knowledge of the legislative requirements relating to Enterprise Risk Management.
Good understanding of integrated Risk Management principles and practices such as: Corporate Governance (King IV); Public Sector Risk Management Framework; Public Finance Management Act; Public Service Regulations; COSO ERM Framework; ISO 31 000 Frameworks; Code of Ethics and their incorporation into various business processes; Fraud and Risk Assessment Methodologies and the Public Service Code of Conduct.
Knowledge of the ISO 22301 Framework; the ISO 22313 Framework; the Good Practice Guideline on Business Continuity Management, and the Treasury and Public Service Regulations.
Skills and Competencies: Strong leadership skills.
Good communication skills.
Conflict Management skills.
Computer literacy language skills.
Analytical skills.
Strategic capability and Leadership.
Good communication Skills.
Financial management skills.
Change management skills.
Client orientation and customer focus.
Problem solving and analytical skills.
Service delivery innovation.
Job Duties
Manage the development of risk management strategies, systems (methodologies, models and tools etc.), policies and annual risk management plan.
Manage, implement, review and improve the risk management framework: Ensure studies and analysis are undertaken to identify risks to establish the internal and external organisational context.
Manage the facilitation and advice on the risk management assessment process.
Manage, monitor and review the identified risk response activities.
Ensure departmental risk profile is developed (ensure that the risk register is maintained).
Ensure reports are compiled as required.
Manage the institutionalization of risk management: Manage the risk management philosophy and ensure the culture is embedded in the organization.
Manage the capacity development (inform, guide and advise employees on risk management matters).
Ensure governance and compliance with Oversight Committee(s) resolutions and policy directives/regulations.
Ensure effective Enterprise Risk Management and conduct strategic and operational risk assessments.
Establish and implement Compliance Frameworks: Manage the organisational compliance framework, compliance universe, and compliance risk.
Ensure the development and implementation of Risk and Compliance Policies and Procedures in line with IPID's mandate.
Manage the provision of advice on good corporate governance initiatives.
Ensure the review of the application of processes and procedures to facilitate the maintenance of good corporate governance.
Ensure submission of financial disclosures by IPID employees.
Ensure compliance to Sec 30 of PSA in terms of other remunerative work.
Ensure promotion to ethical culture and maintaining organisational integrity.
Monitor IPID compliance levels with laws and regulations.
Development of combined assurance model.
Manage and implement the anti-corruption, fraud prevention and ethics management in line with relevant legislation, policies and regulations.
Manage the implementation of Business Continuity.
Establish a Business Continuity Management (BCM): Establish a Business Continuity Management (BCM) framework and policy that includes crisis management strategy and plans.
Test and maintain the Business Continuity Plans.
Provide support to the Executive on Business Continuity Strategies.
Conduct Business Impact Analysis.
Management of resources: Effective and efficient management of Human Resource.
Effective and efficient management of Financial Resource.
Effective and efficient management of Equipment/Assets.
