Based in Johannesburg (Head Office) at Gauteng Provincial Government. Applications close 28 September 2026. Sector: Government.
Responsibilities
- Manage the provision of enterprise risk management services
- Conduct strategic and operational risk assessments
- Develop and review the risk management strategy
- Coordinate monthly progress reporting against the risk register
- Develop and monitor the organisational risk management plan
- Ensure training of risk officials and risk committee members
- Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for risk management committee
- Develop and review organisational risk management policy
- Manage the implementation, development and monitoring of business continuity plans
- Establish BCP governance structures
- Develop policies and standards related to disaster recovery
- Ensure that business continuity plans are in place
- Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements
- Promote the implementation of code of conduct and ensure ethical environment
- Develop, implement and maintain policies, procedures and systems
- Identify risk and threats related to ethical environment
- Conduct ethics and integrity awareness for the department
- Promote financial disclosure system
- Develop and maintain internal anti-corruption systems
- Investigate all allegations of fraud and corruption received from internal and external persons
- Conduct research on latest fraud and corruption legislation and develop educational programmes
- Develop and implement fraud prevention and anti-corruption strategies
- Conduct fraud risk assessment
- Develop and monitor the fraud prevention plan
- Provide strategic direction for the directorate
- Research and keep abreast of best practice initiatives and developments within the directorate
- Develop business/strategic plan for the directorate and align it with Chief Directorate and ensure implementation thereof
- Oversee the development and implementation of operational plans for the directorate
- Develop and coordinate a service delivery improvement plan
- Manage resources (Human/Finance/Equipment/Assets)
- Ensure proper implementation of budget by monitoring, projecting and reporting expenditure
- Ensure proper spending in line with strategic objectives
- Monitor the optimal utilization and functionality of equipment
- Evaluate and monitor performance of employees to ensure achievement of strategic goals
- Manage the human resource development of employees in the directorate
- Enhance and maintain employee motivation
Requirements
- Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Risk Management or related field as recognised by SAQA
- A minimum of 5 years' experience at middle or senior management level in Risk management environments
- A valid driver's licence
- Competencies: Leadership, Management, Planning, Organizing, People management, Service Delivery, Communication, Decision Making, Problem solving, Report writing, Teamwork, Risk management, Customer management, Innovation/continuous improvement, Analytical, Negotiations, Computer literacy, Project management, Flexible
- Knowledge of Departmental policies and procedures, Government Priorities, Risk management policies and frameworks, Reporting procedures, Information system, SA Constitution, Employment Equity Act 1998
- Ability to Interpret & Evaluate Information, Verbal and written communication, Organizing/maintaining information, communicating information, Computer Literacy, Problem solving and conflict management, Listening and negotiation, Tact and diplomacy, Teamwork, Discipline, Financial Management
- Business acumen, Team Leader, Strategist, Flexible/Change oriented, Problem-solving ability, Responsive, Interpersonal relations, Customer focus, Loyal and friendly, Open-minded, Responsible and accountable
How to apply
To apply for the above position, please apply online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za or email at GDARDRecruitment@gauteng.gov.za. Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on a New Z.83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. A New Z.83 form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialled by the applicant. A recent, comprehensive CV, specifying all qualifications and experience, with respective dates must accompany the application form. Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela certificate) is required before the appointment can be made.