Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to establish, implement and manage an integrated controls framework discipline for strategic cross-functional programmes to ensure proactive risk mitigation and governance compliance in support of successful programme delivery at the South African Reserve Bank (SARB).

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Develop an end-to-end internal cross-functional programme controls framework comprising security, technology, financial, risk, data and information controls, on-site and off-site, internal and external to the SARB.
• Provide training and support to relevant stakeholders on the content of the framework as well as its use and application to facilitate compliance.
• Work closely with the SARB control functions, including the Internal Audit Department as well as the Risk Management and Compliance Department (RMCD), to ensure alignment and compliance with relevant policies and standards.
• Monitor compliance with the controls framework, identify any gaps and develop corrective actions in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Identify, analyse and prioritise programme risks, and agree on and track the implementation of mitigating actions with relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate compliance and control at all levels of the programme.
• Actively stay abreast of and contribute to the development of best practices, methods and procedures relating to programme controls management.
• Lead the continuous improvement of the controls framework through collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Provide consolidated and integrated reports on programme controls information for management information and decision-making.
• Coordinate financial management, procurement and contracting activities to ensure alignment with programme controls processes and overall programme objectives.
• Oversee the integration between RMCD and other specialised risk areas.

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• at least a Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in Commerce or an equivalent qualification;
• at least 5–8 years’ experience in a complex programme controls environment; and
• exposure to the project management environment, with a good understanding of contracts as well as risk and financial management in the SARB.

The following would be an added advantage:

• a financial management qualification.

Additional knowledge and skills that would be beneficial include:

• industry, organisational and business awareness;
• quality assurance;
• continuous improvement;
• project management;
• project legislation as well as governance, risk and compliance; and
• project performance management.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.