(1177) Manager: Security Integrity Management - GSMD at South African Reserve Bank

Detailed description

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

• Oversee the functions of the unit i.e. Security Investigations, Project Security Office, Due Diligence and Integrity Management services
• Provide input into the Divisional strategy and policy aligned to the SARB strategy and communicate and clarify the vision and strategic goals of the Division to the team.
• Develop and implement policies for the Security Integrity Management Unit in line with the Departmental strategy.
• Develop and implement the unit operational plan to ensure the achievement of strategic and operational objectives.
• Ensure compliance to policy, procedures and audit findings to mitigate risk in the unit.
• Oversee the management of all personnel and resources allocated to the unit.
• Create a performance culture in the unit, define performance expectations and conduct effective performance management of direct reports and to oversee prioritisation of work and resource utilisation.
• Oversee the unit’s budget and service providers ensuring alignment with related functions and the organisational value chain.
• Manage and authorise the provision of management information for the purpose of decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and enforce security policies and manage personnel risk.
• Provide expert guidance on security matters to project teams and stakeholders, ensuring that security considerations are integrated into project planning and execution.
• Develop and provide reports on due diligence and personnel risk to senior stakeholders and relevant committees.
• Manage Personnel Security Incident Response Teams including but not limited to the scheduling, chairing and managing of information and processes related to the team.
• Ensure the secure management of information aligned with the Bank’s policies and legislation.
• Build relationships with relevant stakeholders, facilitate collaboration, communicate effectively and address stakeholder concerns. 

Qualifications

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

• an Honours degree in Political Science, Strategy and/or International Relations or an equivalent/related NQF 8 qualification; 
• A minimum of eight years’ experience in personnel security and security risk management with at least three to five years’ experience in a team leadership position.
• Formal training and experience in Investigations, Integrity Management and Due Diligence will be an added advantage