Risk Officer (12 months contract) A well known social development organisation is currently recruiting for an Risk Officer to be based in JHB North (Parktown) for a 12 months fixed term contract. The incumbent will assist and support the Risk Manager in managing and monitoring the implementation of risk management and anti-corruption and integrity management services. Key Responsibilities FORENSIC INVESTIGATIONS Responsible to manage and perform proactive and reactive forensic components in line with the Fraud Prevention Policy, Whistleblowing policy, and the company Fraud investigation Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Lead the execution of the tactical and operational plans of the company using data analytics, forensic technologies, and digital and cyber forensics. Determine work procedures, prepare work schedules, and determine methods to expedite workflow and improve the investigation turnaround time. Conduct priority investigations or manage complex investigations with outsourced Service Providers. Draft and/or review investigation reports and related documentation and assure that the investigations conducted meet the required standards. Execute the proactive forensic assignment which might include fraud awareness training, fraud detection reviews, proactive fraud data analytics, fraud risk assessments, gap analysis, and others. Manage the company Hotline and management tip-offs and account for all matters relating to forensic investigations. Keep a detailed record of all incidents logged into the Allegations Register, including managing the turnaround time of cases logged. Ensure that all records and evidence collected by the company are Ensuring that final reports fully address the agreed-upon project scope and making appropriate findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Communicating findings to the company CEO or relevant Governance Structures and follow up with management to ensure that all forensic recommendations are Testifying in various legal proceedings (criminal, disciplinary, and other proceedings) including ensuring that outsource services are providing that support. Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including law enforcement agencies, SAPS, SIU and other fraud prevention entities. FRAUD PREVENTION, DETECTION AND INTEGRITY/ETHICS MANAGEMENT Coordinate the development and implementation of Anti-corruption and Integrity Management Frameworks and policies Establish and development of vetting and lifestyle audit policies, standards, guidelines, norms and procedures. Establish and ensure the implementation of the MOU between the company and State Security Agency (SSA) Conduct vetting fieldwork Conduct lifestyle reviews, investigations and Conduct proactive and reactive forensic investigations for the Implement the ethics strategy and implementation Conduct fraud risk assessments and implementation Review, update and implement internal fraud prevention plan. RISK MANAGEMENT Coordinate the development and implementation of the Risk Management Frameworks and policies. Co-ordinate the risk management process of the the company , including the facilitation and completion of operational risk assessments. Ensure that risk assessments are completed on all individual projects before they are accepted. Provide independent assessments to Management regarding the acceptance of Support the completion of risk assessments for various departments within the Identify, analyse and manage all risks and threats faced by the the company at the strategic and operation level. Synthesise information received from the Company Secretariat and from Internal Audit and use this to implement improved organisational risk management Monitor and manage reporting of operational risk across the organisation, ensuring that executive management and the Board are able to determine the organisations risk profile and appetite. Develop action plans to address all identified Conduct and monitor risk operational intelligence in the Ensure cost-effective risk financing and risk Ensure that risk management is embedded within all facets of the company business processes and operations including auditing practices. Develop a risk assessment document identify risks and develop risk register, as well as a risk management plan GOVERNANCE, GENERAL ADMINISTRATION AND ADHOC FUNCTIONS Collaborate with Internal Audit, Finance, Management and Auditor-General in developing the combined assurance plan for the Institution. Support Risk Manager to present monthly and quarterly reports to SMT, EXCO, Audit and Risk Committee, Board and Department of Social Development (DSD) Risk and Ethics Committee. Support the operations of risk champions Coordinate capacity building programmes and facilitate orientation and training to related Communicate risk management, anti-corruption and integrity frameworks to all Monitor and report on the implementation of Provide advice and support on risk and integrity management to the company Directorates and Provincial Offices. Coordinate and implement awareness campaigns on risk, anti-corruption and ethics Support the development of risk management strategies and Review existing strategies on an annual basis and recommend changes as Develop checklists to ensure Corporate Governance compliance to appropriate legal requirements including PFMA, the company Act, and Treasury Regulations etc. Identify areas for continuous process Communicate with other departments and external parties as Assist in the implementation of Business Continuity Management You will be required to undertake any reasonable duty as requested by Management. Minimum qualifications and experience required A Bachelors Degree/ National Diploma in Risk Management/ Finance/ Auditing/ Accounting/Forensic investigations/Law Professional Registration Body: Membership of Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) or a membership of Institute of Commercial Forensic Practitioners (ICFP) 3 years experience in Risk Management and fraud investigations in public sector or State – Owned Entity (SOE) Knowledge of the Public Service Legislation Forensic investigation principles, proactive principles, practices, and procedures All relevant legislation, guidelines, and standards about the conduct of forensic investigations Knowledge of leadership and management principles Knowledge of Risk Management framework and practices Knowledge of Anti-corruption and integrity management framework and Knowledge and understanding of forensic investigations framework and Knowledge and experience in big data, digital forensics and application of forensic tools to prevent, detect, and investigate fraud Forensic investigations and analytical capabilities Programme and project management Financial management Ability to work as a team member Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret and advise on the application of legislation High levels of discretion and sensitivity Monitoring and Evaluation Change Management Stakeholder Management

Risk Officer (12 Months Contract) position available in Gauteng, Johannesburg. This job position was posted by . The job has been posted on 2025-03-03 in the Accounting Finance category

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