Director: Risk Anti-corruption & Integrity Management

Overview

Lead enterprise risk management, anti-corruption and integrity services for the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development at Head Office.

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.

Duties

• Manage the provision of enterprise risk management services.
• Conduct strategic risk assessment.
• Conduct operational risk assessment.
• 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 ad 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 breast 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 strategic goal.
• Manage the human resource development of employees in the directorate.
• Enhance and maintain employee motivation.

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 FOR ATTENTION : Ms. Gugu Nevondo at 072 904 1694– Recruitment

Enquiries: Ms. Gugu Nevondo at 072 904 1694

Notes

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. Applications with the Old Z.83 form will not be considered. 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. Applications are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application. Communication regarding certified documents will be limited only to the shortlisted candidates. Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela certificate) is required before the appointment can be made. Enrolment for the course should be made on the NSG’s website at https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised post(s). By responding to the advertisement, applicants consent to the collection, processing and storing of their Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Act No. 4 of 2013. It is the Department intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan (Coloureds and Indians are encouraged apply). To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). General information. The Department will not accept posted and emailed applications. The Gauteng Department of Environment reserves the right to fill or not fill the advertised posts. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. MANAGEMENT ECHELON