Department of Agriculture and Rural Development: Kwazulu-Natal
To drive comprehensive and equitable agricultural growth, food security, and the advancement of rural communities through sustained scientific and digital technology practices.
Deputy Director: Enterprise Risk Management – Head Office, Polokwane
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: Higher National Certificate, Matric, or National Certificate
- Experience: 3 – 5 years
- Location: Limpopo
- Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit
Key Performance Areas
- Develop and monitor the implementation of Risk and Integrity Management Programmes.
- Develop, monitor, and analyze Risk Management Reports. Manage Integrity, RWOPS, and Lifestyle Audits Reports.
- Manage, coordinate, monitor, and facilitate committees. Manage and conduct education and awareness campaigns on Risk, Integrity, and Business Continuity Management.
- Manage the ERM unit and utilize resources (financial, human, and physical) in line with relevant directives and legislation.
Prerequisites
- Grade 12 plus an appropriate undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) or equivalent in Risk Management / Audit, or a relevant equivalent qualification recognized by SAQA.
- Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Risk Management, including three years at Assistant Director level.
- A valid driver’s license (except for people with disabilities).
Person Profile
Knowledge, Competencies, and Skills:
- Strong knowledge of relevant laws and practices in Risk Management, Business Continuity, and Integrity Management, including the legislative framework for the Public Service and standards like King IV and ISO.
- Understanding of legislation affecting risk management.
- Extensive experience in integrating, embedding, and implementing effective Risk, Business Continuity, and Integrity Management processes and best practices.
- Deep knowledge of Business Continuity and Integrity Management processes and their implementation.
- Proven management skills and experience.
- Action-oriented and results-driven.
- Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and meet deadlines with urgency.
- Provide expertise, counsel, and advocacy.
- Thorough understanding of policy formulation, coordination, and implementation.
- Core Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership, people management and empowerment, programme and project management, financial management, change management.
- Process Competencies: Knowledge management, service delivery innovation, problem-solving analysis, client orientation and customer focus, communications.
- Personal Attributes: Responsiveness, pro-activeness, professionalism, accuracy, flexibility, independence, cooperation, team player, supportive, willing to work under changing and difficult circumstances.
Closing Date: 30 January 2026
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official channels provided by the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development: Kwazulu-Natal.
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