Risk Management Committee Chairperson (X2 POSTS) (Three years Fixed Term contract)

What you will need

• A post graduate qualification in Accounting / Risk Management or Auditing such as CRMA/ CIA /CA (SA) or a relevant three- year tertiary or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Risk Management and Auditing.
• A professional qualification and affiliation to a professional recognised body for appointment 13 as a Chairperson of the Risk Management Committee of the Department of Employment and Labour: Head Office.
• A person who has Government interest in delivering a better service to its citizens.
• Skills: Analytical thinking ability and good communication, Courage to challenge answers and ask relevant questions, willing to dedicate time and energy to serve the interest of the public, encourage openness and transparency, healthy scepticism and professional approach, High level of integrity, inquisitiveness and independent judgement, knowledge of the public sector fund’s risk and control, Ability to offer new perspective.

Experience

Applicants should have executive management experience in Governance, Risk Management and Internal Controls environment for more than ten years with exposure in serving in the oversight Committees. Knowledge: Applicants must have exposure in labour, insurance, legal, auditing, finance and extensive experience in Risk Management, Governance, Internal and External Auditing, Applicants should be independent and knowledgeable on the status of their position as Chairperson of the Risk Management Committee, A knowledgeable person who keeps abreast with the developments of Risk Management, Internal and External Audit profession and developmental aspects, Departments Values, Technical Knowledge, DPSA guidelines on National Departments.

Skills and competencies

• Skills: Analytical thinking ability and good communication, Courage to challenge answers and ask relevant questions, willing to dedicate time and energy to serve the interest of the public, encourage openness and transparency, healthy scepticism and professional approach, High level of integrity, inquisitiveness and independent judgement, knowledge of the public sector fund’s risk and control, Ability to offer new perspective.

Key responsibilities

• Fulfil oversight responsibilities with regard to Governance, risk management, internal control, legal and regulatory compliance, external and internal audit, fraud and irregularities.
• Assist the Accounting Officer/Authority in the effective execution of his/her responsibilities.
• Help build trust and confidence in how the Department is managed.
• Regulate and discharge all the responsibilities as contained in the Risk Management Committee Charter.

Additional details

• Grade: Provincial

How to apply

Chief Director: Human Resources Management: Private Bag X117, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver at 215 Francis Baard Street. Email: Jobs- [email protected] (Head Office) Chief Director: Provincial Operations: Private Bag X5012, Kimberley, 8301 or hand deliver at Cnr Compound and Pniel Road Email: Jobs- [email protected] 14

• Application method: Hand delivery
• Email: [email protected]
• Email: [email protected]
• Enquiries: Ms S Talane
• Telephone: (012) 309 4561, (053) 838 1517

Please note

• Interested applicants must submit their applications via the above link.
• Applicant must ensure that they complete all sections on the online Z83 and attached a detailed CV with at least three (3) contactable references.
• Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant.
• No late applications will be accepted.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and driver’s licence on or before the day of the interview.
• It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
• The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
• Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan.
• Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only.
• Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records
• Citizenship status
• Credit worthiness
• Previous employment (reference checks)
• and Qualification verification.
• Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience.
• Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment.
• The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme.
• All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
• One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
• Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
• All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.
• Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments.
• Persons appointed will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of performance agreement and employment contract.
• The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
• If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
• By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide to the DFFE to being processed by the department and its employees, agents, Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the POPIA of 2013.
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