The Community Schemes Ombud Service (CSOS) is established in terms of the Community Scheme Ombud Service Act, 2011 [Act 9 of 2011) to regulate the conduct of parties within community schemes and to ensure their good governance. It came into operation on the 7th of October 2016. In order to deliver on its mandate, key amongst the priorities of the organizatio...
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Issue notices of compliance and non‑compliance to community schemes, as required under the Act, ensuring that all directives are consistent with statutory obligations.
Conduct investigations on requests received from adjudicators in terms of S50 and S51 of the CSOS Act and provide investigation reports.
Follow up with non-complying schemes, provide remedial actions to be implemented and reasonable timeframes to ensure compliance.
Verify and validate information received from service providers regarding the verification of schemes project.
Request for final written submissions from parties and upload information on CSOS’ system.
Refer non-complying schemes to Legal Services and to Law Enforcement Agencies.
Job Requirements
Degree or BTech in Law, Compliance, or Investigation.
Minimum of Five (5) years’ working experience within a legal compliance environment.
Sound understanding of the political and legislative environment of the CSOS Act, as well as the Sectional Titles Management Act, Companies Act, Share Block Act, Schemes for Retired Persons Act, and Cooperative Act.
Knowledge of the community schemes environment will be an advantage.
Knowledge of compliance and enforcement requirements.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.