Compliance Officer at Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

The Compliance Officer will be responsible for ensuring that all regulatory compliance applicable to the PPRA business is implemented and enforced in line with the controls established by the PPRA Risk and Compliance department. The role includes performing periodic compliance monitoring reviews to identify areas of non-compliance and improvement, aiding the business unit in executing its responsibility to comply with associated laws, regulations, governance and professional standards, business practices, code of conduct, internal standards, policies, and procedures, and assisting with the implementation and operationalization of risk and compliance management frameworks within the PPRA.

REQUIREMENTS

• A post-graduate Diploma qualification in Governance, Risk and Compliance Management or equivalent.
• Membership with CISA will be an added advantage.
• Certification in Compliance will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years working experience, with at least 3 years at a supervisory level.
• Knowledge and understanding of the legislation governing Real Estate.
• Advanced knowledge of Compliance Management and controls frameworks.
• Knowledge of PFMA and National Treasury regulations.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and statistical applications.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Project Management skills and MS package.
• Research, presentation, facilitation, and organizational skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement and maintain the PPRA’s compliance framework and procedures to mitigate potential compliance risks.
• Prepare draft reviews for Internal Audit charter Compliance Framework, Policies, and Procedures annually or as required.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive compliance program aligned with organizational requirements.
• Assist with inputs regarding the review of compliance enablers, including Compliance Management Policy, Compliance Management Strategy, Compliance Management Framework.
• Develop and implement a compliance risk management plan in accordance with the approved standards, methodologies, and tools.
• Develop compliance risk profiles per Unit in the organization.
• Prepare consolidated operational compliance risk registers for reporting purposes.
• Contribute to the development of Internal Audit and Compliance strategic and operational plans.
• Provide secretarial and logistical support to the Chief Risk and Compliance Officer during Compliance Forum Meetings.
• Provide compliance reports.