Risk Management Analyst at Betway Africa

• We’re on a mission to create extraordinary experiences for our customers, and we believe that your unique skills, passion and superdrive will help us achieve our vision.
• Reporting to the Head of Internal Control and Risk Management, an exciting opportunity is available for a self-motivated individual looking to join our Enterprise Risk Management Team. Based in Johannesburg, the individual will be responsible for assisting with the administration of the enterprise risk management system and associated responsibilities relating to the duties below

What you’ll be doing

As part of your role, your responsibilities will include:

• Maintenance and administration of the enterprise risk management system (ERMS), including data entry where required, including tracking and updating of risk registers to ensure the quality of information on the risk management system
• Coordinating and scheduling meetings, administration and supporting the Enterprise Risk Management Team with the development of training materials to promote risk awareness
• Supporting the Enterprise Risk Management Team in the development and maintenance of risk management documentation, policies and procedures
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical files related to enterprise risk management activities, ensuring confidentiality and accessibility of information.
• Supporting various risk owners and risk champions in identifying, analyzing risk and control information and to ensure risks are appropriately managed
• Support risk and control owners in accurately documenting the control environment for accurate risk assessments
• Assisting the Risk Management Specialist with ensuring that risk management processes are appropriately enforced in line with policies and procedures and preparing the supporting files for risk committees
• Regularly review the information held on the risk management system to identify issues with quality of the information – working with the business to improve quality,maintain accuracy and completing the overdue risk assessments
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather and compile risk-related information and reports and assist in the dissemination of information as required.
• Engage with the Risk Management System support for effective ERM tool operation and resolution of related requests or issues.
• Assist the team to identify future enhancements and assist in enhancing the use of enterprise risk management system including preparing risk dashboards
• Provide general administrative support to the Risk Management Specialist and larger Enterprise Risk Management Team, where required
• Support risk owners in identifying and monitoring the key risk indicators (KRIs)
• Stay up to date with risk management frameworks and recent trends, regulatory updates and industry best practices.
• Perform other duties as reasonably required to support the effective management of enterprise risks and contribute to the overall success and maturity of the risk management function
• This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. You may be required to complete other reasonable duties in order to achieve business objectives.

Essential skills you’ll bring to the table

The necessary skills that we require for this role include:

• BCom in Internal/ External Audit (preferred), Law or related fields or Certifications in Risk Management
• 2 + years proven experience in a risk management or audit environment.
• Knowledge of enterprise risk management principles and practices.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications for data entry, document management, and report generation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity of information.
• Desirable would be experience in using ERM software
• Post Graduate certification or Diploma in Risk Management
• ISO 31000 Certification

Desirable skills you’ve got up your sleeve

It would be great if you also have some of the following skills:

• In-depth knowledge of sports betting markets, including odds calculation, betting types and market trends
• Previous experience in the online gaming or casino industry, with a strong understanding of player behaviour and industry regulations
• Familiarity with gambling regulations and compliance requirements in various jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to legal standards
• Experience in developing and executing customer retention strategies
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint)
• Ability to use pivot tables and work with an advanced statistical database and statistical methods and functions