Senior Resolution Planning Specialist

-The main purpose of this position is to participate in the development and execution of resolution strategies for banks and non-bank systemically important financial institutions that fall within the scope of the resolution framework set out in the Financial Sector Regulation Act 9 of 2017. The responsibility includes participating in the design and implementation of crisis management strategies, policies and processes in the interest of financial stability, in accordance with international standards. -Detailed Description Develop and/or assist with the development of policy, standards and guidance on South Africa’s resolution framework. - Keep abreast of international standards and best practices in the resolution of financial institutions. - Contribute to the development of resolution plans and resolvability assessments. - Contribute to and participate in ad hoc testing of crisis management capacity in the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) and in the financial sector and formulate recommendations on meeting crisis preparedness and resolution planning standards. - Assist with and contribute to the development and refinement methodologies to measure the systemic significance of financial institutions. - Conduct research in support of policy developments for the Financial Stability Department (FinStab) and any of the internal and external committees that it serves, including international committees. - Produce reports, with input from relevant internal and external stakeholders, on industry-wide crisis management and resolution issues. - Participate in and contribute to the activities of the Resolution Policy Panel and its substructures and assist with secretarial functions for these committees. - Prepare for and/or participate in meetings with international organisations and committees relating to crisis management and resolution and respond to requests for information by such organisations and committees. - Mentor other specialists. - Provide training to stakeholders on crisis management and resolution planning. Job Requirements an Honours’ degree in Finance, Investment, Law, Economics, Accounting or Financial Risk Management; and - eight years’ experience in banking, structured finance, valuations, financial markets, central banking or corporate insolvency. Additional requirements include: ability to work effectively in a small and specialised team; - ability to work in an unstructured environment that requires flexibility and adaptability; - ability to contribute to and design new policies and processes; - ability to build networks; - ability to increase the general understanding of, and support for, the activities and responsibilities of the Resolution Planning Division. - sound knowledge of resolution tools and frameworks, and applicable international standards; - sound knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks and international standards; - proven facilitation and presentation skills; - excellent interpersonal skills; - excellent communication skills (verbal and written); and - proficiency in the use of Microsoft (MS) Office products such as MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. How To Apply All interested parties are invited to apply. - All available vacancies will be visible. - Login> - Is this your first visit to our Job Site?>Register today (Ensure that you include all your skills and qualifications during the registration process.); OR - Already registered on our Job Site?>Already registered?>Login here - Date posted>Last 3 weeks (in the dropdown menu) - Select the appropriate IRC number to view the full advertisement. The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her experience and competence. Human Resources Department Currency -ZAR -Amount of Travel -Work At Home