Job Description

Detailed description

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

• Receive and capture integrity management-related client requests, including person of interest profiles, due diligence assessments and investigations.
• Maintain and update registers and databases.
• Manage internal filing systems (digital and physical) in accordance with security and South African Reserve Bank (SARB) protocols.
• Track workflow, pending actions and timelines to support operational efficiency.
• Prepare correspondence, submissions and administrative briefs as and when required.
• Laise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to the SARB policies, GSMD security procedures and confidentiality standards.

• Identify administrative gaps or risks and escalate appropriately.

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

• a National Certificate (NQF 5) in Business Administration, Office Management or an equivalent qualification;
• two to four years of administrative experience; and
• experience working with sensitive information requiring strict confidentiality, appropriate classification and controlled access in line with organisational information protection standards.

Additional requirements include:

• administrative experience in security, intelligence, governance or risk administration would be an added advantage;
• training and experience in intelligence, risk management and/or project administration will be an added advantage;
• drive for results;
• interpersonal sensitivity;
• teamwork;
• verbal and written communication skills;
• service and stakeholder focus;
• learning focus;
• planning and organising;
• attention to detail;
• flexibility;
• confidentiality; and
• integrity.

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.

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:

The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.

The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.

Financial Stability

The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.

Prudential Regulation

The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.

Financial Markets

Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.

Financial Surveillance

The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.

Payments and Settlements

The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.

Statistics

The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.

Research

Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.

Banknotes and Coin

The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.