• Reference Number : REFS/056446
• Directorate : RISK ANTI-CORRUPTION & INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R1 317 384.00 per annum (All-inclusive salary package which can be structured according to the individual’s needs).
• Enquiries : Ms. Gugu Nevondo Tel: 072 904 1694

Requirements :

• Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Risk Management or related field as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle or senior management level in Risk management environments. A valid driver’s licence. COMPETENCIES: Leadership, Management, Planning, Organizing, People management, Service Delivery, Communication, Decision Making, Problem solving, Report writing, Teamwork, Risk management, Customer management, Innovation/ continuous improvement, Analytical, Negotiations, Computer literacy, Project management, Flexible. Knowledge of Departmental policies and procedures, Government Priorities, Risk management policies and frameworks, Reporting procedures, Information system, SA Constitution, Employment Equity Act,1998. Ability to Interpret & Evaluate Information, Verbal and written communication, Organizing/maintaining information, communicating information, Computer Literacy, Problem solving and conflict management, Listening and negotiation, Tact and diplomacy, Teamwork, Discipline, Financial Management. Business acumen, Team Leader, Strategist, Flexible/Change oriented, Problem-solving ability, Responsive, Interpersonal relations, Customer focus, Loyal and friendly, Open-minded, Responsible and accountable.

Duties :

• Manage the provision of enterprise risk management services. Conduct strategic risk assessment. Conduct operational risk assessment. Develop and review the risk management strategy. Coordinate monthly progress reporting against the risk register. Develop and monitor the organisational risk management plan. Ensure training of risk officials and risk committee members. Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for risk management committee. Develop and review organisational risk management policy. Manage the implementation, development and monitoring of business continuity plans. Establish BCP governance structures. Develop policies and standards related to disaster recovery. Ensure that business continuity plans are in place. Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements. Promote the implementation of code of conduct and ensure ethical environment. Develop, implement and maintain policies, procedures and systems. Identify risk and threats related to ethical environment. Conduct ethics and integrity awareness for the department. Promote financial disclosure system. Develop and maintain internal anti-corruption systems. Investigate all allegations of fraud and corruption received from internal and external persons. Conduct research on latest fraud and corruption legislation and develop educational programmes. Develop and implement fraud prevention ad anti-corruption strategies. Conduct fraud risk assessment. Develop and monitor the fraud prevention plan. Provide strategic direction for the directorate. Research and keep abreast of breast practice initiatives and developments within the directorate. Develop business/ strategic plan for the directorate and align it with Chief Directorate and ensure implementation thereof. Oversee the development and implementation of operational plans for the directorate. Develop and coordinate a service delivery improvement plan. Manage resources (Human/ Finance/Equipment/ Assets). Ensure proper implementation of budget by monitoring, projecting and reporting expenditure. Ensure proper spending in line with strategic objectives. Monitor the optimal utilization and functionality of equipment. Evaluate and monitor performance of employees to ensure achievement strategic goal. Manage the human resource development of employees in the directorate. Enhance and maintain employee motivation.

Notes :

• Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is an equal opportunity employer and intends to promote equity through filling of these posts. Candidates whose appointment / promotion will promote the achievement of employment equity within the department will receive preference, in particular designated groups (coloured’s, Indians, whites and persons with disability. To apply for this post, please submit your application online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za or send an email @ GDARDRecruitment@gauteng.gov.za. quoting the relevant reference number on the subject line. Applications with the OLD Z.83 form will not be considered. A NEW Z.83 form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialled by the applicant. A recent, comprehensive CV, specifying all qualifications and experience, with respective dates must accompany the application form. Applications are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application. Communication regarding certified documents will be limited only to the shortlisted candidates. Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela certificate) is required before the appointment can be made. Enrolment for the course should be made on the NSG’s website at https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). 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. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification. By responding to the advertisement, applicants consent to the collection, processing and storing of their Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Act No. 4 of 2013. Candidates will therefore be required to give consent in terms of the POPI Act for the Department to conduct the verifications. Information will be used for the purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy you have applied for and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent, unless required by law. All applicants must declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest and must disclose membership on Boards and directorships associated with. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The submitted CVs will be destroyed as legislated in the National Archives Act. If your application is unsuccessful, the Department will retain your personal information only for audit purposes as required by policies. All the information requested now or during the process is required for recruitment purposes. Failure to provide the requested information will result in your application not being considered further. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised post(s). The successful candidate must disclose particulars of all registered financial interests and sign an employment contract within one month from the date of assumption of duty. A Performance Agreement must be concluded and signed within three months from the date of assumption of duty.

Employer : Department of Agriculture and Rural Development

Location : Johannesburg (Head Office)

Closing Date : 28-09-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.