Divisional Head: Industry Technical Support and

- Detailed Description 1. Strategic and technical matters - Provide thought leadership and strategic direction for the work of the ITS Division, develop functional plans aligned to the PA and departmental strategy and clarify performance expectations for staff. - Manage the delivery of work objectives through resource utilisation, setting of targets, prioritisation of work and performance of other activities, including: - influencing and providing input to various PA governance structures on matters related to regulatory capital as well as accounting and auditing; - providing input into, and collaborating with PA departments on all matters addressed in the PA decision-making framework; and - engaging with external stakeholders, mostly regulated institutions and professional industry bodies and industry associations (e.g. The Banking Association South Africa (BASA), South African Insurance Association (SAIA), Association for Savings and Investment South Africa (ASISA), Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA), South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), Actuarial Society of South Africa, and so on), as required to explain the interpretation of prudential legislation, standards, regulations, rules, notices, directives, circulars, guidance and to elucidate on decisions taken and approved by the PA. 2. Operational matters - Ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements of the SARB and ensure that divisional risks are identified, assessed and that adequate and effective risk mitigating measures are implemented. - Ensure that the internal audit findings are addressed adequality and timeously. - Lead change, which includes creating and maintaining a culture supportive of the SARB’s values and promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. - Manage the performance and development of direct reports, create a performance and innovation culture and promote and support career development within the division. Job Requirements at least a post-graduate degree in Economics, Accounting, Actuarial Science, Finance, Law or any other relevant qualification; - a minimum of 10-12 years’ experience in the financial sector, regulatory environment or auditing, with at least five years in a managerial role; and - a Chartered Accountant South Africa ( CA(SA)) or equivalent qualification would be an added advantage. Additional requirements include: - knowledge in: - prudential supervision, regulation and legislation; - the financial sector; - economics; - accounting and auditing; - financial markets and instruments; - relevant policies and procedures; - research methodologies; - report writing; and - skills in and attributes such as: - thought leadership; - management; - planning and organising; - verbal and written communication; and - interpersonal relations. How To Apply A ll interested parties are invited to apply. - All the 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. - Select ‘Date posted’ > ‘Last 3 weeks’ (in the drop-down 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 competence and experience. Currency -ZAR -Amount of Travel -Work At Home