Deputy Director: Risk and Compliance Management at Department of Higher Education and Training

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7) in Risk Management and Compliance or related qualification.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ work experience in risk management and compliance with at least three (3) to five (5) years proven work experience at an Assistant Director level. The candidate must be a strong communicator with the ability to interact with a wide range of stakeholders.

DUTIES :

• To mitigate the level of risk in the National Skills Fund by monitoring and reporting on governance and compliance and creating an environment that supports governance, risk and compliance. Develop and maintain the risk control framework. Implement and maintain the risk assessment process and risk profile of National Skills Fund. Investigate and analyse root causes, patterns or trends of the risk assessment.
• Develop and maintain National Skills Fund risk register. Consult with department heads to establish, maintain and improve risk management capabilities. Review key business activities to ensure compliance with standards, policies and regulations. Ensure compliance to risk management policies, procedures and systems. Ensure high risk compliance and governance areas are proactively identified and mitigated. Manage education and awareness campaigns.
• Ensure policies and procedures are understood throughout the National Skills Fund. Communicate new or revised policies and procedures. Collate reporting requirements from each of the other departments. Prepare monthly and quarterly reports. Customize presentations for different audiences.
• Ensure sufficient capacity to achieve the objective of the directorate. Manage the performance of employees in accordance with PMDS policy. Provide employees with the necessary information and resources to deliver on their objectives and meet the objectives of the directorate. Motivate team members and create a culture of high performance. Manage leave and relate administration for direct reports. Operate within delegated authorizations.
• Adhere to all times to the values of the National Skills Fund. Prepare monthly reports and make presentations as required. Positively support the implementation of all management decisions