• Full Time
  • Pretoria, South Africa

The South African Revenue Service (SARS)

Senior Manager: Risk Technology (10389)

Organization Overview:

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is the national authority responsible for tax collection and customs services. As an autonomous government agency, we play a vital role in administering South Africa’s tax system and ensuring compliance through strategic risk management.

Position Summary:

Seeking an experienced technology leader to spearhead risk management solutions using cutting-edge tools and AI integration. This strategic role requires expertise in leading development teams while managing complex data systems for tax administration.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead software development teams using C#, MVC, SQL Server, SSIS, and SSRS
  • Design system integrations for enhanced risk identification and operational efficiency
  • Manage large-scale datasets across multiple tax domains
  • Implement automation solutions for operational optimization
  • Develop AI-powered tools to improve risk assessment capabilities
  • Ensure secure handling of sensitive taxpayer information

Requirements:

Education:

  • Honours Degree/Postgrad Diploma (NQF 8) in IT, Computer Science, or related field + 10-12 years’ experience
  • OR Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) + 12-15 years’ experience

Essential Skills:

  • Proven leadership in risk technology environments
  • Expertise in enterprise system integration
  • Advanced data management capabilities
  • Government security clearance (GOC Secret)
  • 3-4 years management experience

Key Competencies:

Leadership Skills:

  • Strategic planning & execution
  • Team development & performance management
  • Stakeholder relationship building

Technical Expertise:

  • Risk management frameworks
  • Software development lifecycle
  • Business process automation

Working Conditions:

  • Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
  • Employment Type: Permanent
  • Security Clearance: Required (GOC Secret)

Application Process:

Qualified candidates should submit applications through the official SARS careers portal. Applications must include detailed CV with full employment history and academic qualifications.

Note: SARS maintains strict ethical recruitment practices. No application fees are required at any stage of the selection process.

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