Deputy Director: Risk and Integrity Management – Nature

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REF NO: DD- RIM-NC 01/NOVEMBER 2026 Business Unit: Risk And Integrity Management REQUIREMENTS: The ideal candidate must have: An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree / Three-year National Diploma in Risk Management / Ethics Management at NQF Level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 3 years of junior management experience in a Risk Management / Integrity Management environment. Professional certification in Risk Management/Ethics or a postgraduate qualification or active registration with a Risk or Ethics Professional Body or demonstrable relevant experience within an environmental management and nature conservation environment will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s License. NOTE: NB: all the appointments will be made in accordance with the employment equity targets of the department, which are African male, coloured male, Indian male, and people with disabilities who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply. DUTIES: Develop risk, business continuity and integrity management strategies, systems (methodologies, models and tools etc.), policies and annual plans; Manage, implement, review and improve the risk, business continuity and integrity management framework; Facilitate institutionalisation of risk, business continuity and integrity management; Establish and maintain good relationships with relevant stakeholders such as Risk Management Committee/ Audit Committee/ Ethics Committees/ Forums. Skills, Training, And Competencies: The successful candidate must have a sound knowledge and understanding of a variety of aspects, including risk management policies and Frameworks, Integrity Management Policies and Frameworks, Risk Management Principles and Practices, Government systems, and Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of Integrity Management Policies and Framework. Sound knowledge and understanding of the Public Service Regulatory Framework, e.g., Public Service Act, PFMA, Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Public Service Ac t, Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employee Performance Management System, Skills Development Act, Promotion of Access to Information Act, National Development Plan, Proje ct Management Principles, Service Delivery Frameworks (Batho Pele Principles). Skills: Problem -solving and analysis, people and diversity management, accountability and ethical conduct, commitment to a high level of quality control, organisational skills, report writing skills, good communication skills, facilitation and presentation skills, strong project management and planning skills, computer skills, Communication skills (verbal and written), presentation skills, report writing, planning and organising skills, basic financial and supply chain management skills, good interpersonal skills, good research and analytical skills, time management skills, relationship management skills. Attributes such as integrity and sound judgement, ability to work under pressure and maintain, leadership and stakeholder engagement, ability to handle sensitive information and complex governance matters objectively, professionalism, respect, honesty, teamwork, vision, transparency, commitment, and confidentiality. SALARY: R932 292 – R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11) CENTRE: Head Office: Pietermaritzburg ENQUIRIES: Ms. Z. Dlamini Tel No: (033) 264 2530 CONSERVATION

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