Job Description

Assistant Manager: Risk and AssuranceJob Title: Assistant Manager: Risk and Assurance (Temporary Position)Location: JohannesburgContract Length: 6 MonthsMonthly Cost: Up to R55,000.00About Us: SAICA is committed to maintaining high standards in risk management and assurance. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Manager: Risk and Assurance to join our team on a temporary basis.Position Overview: The Assistant Manager: Risk and Assurance will play a key role in implementing our Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework and supporting our internal and external auditing processes. This position requires a proactive individual with a solid background in risk management and internal auditing.Key Responsibilities:Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Assurance:

• Assist in the implementation of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) policy and framework by

providing risk management support to all business units within SAICA and SAICA managed entities. * Coordinate the Combined Risk Assurance model and its reporting.

• Conduct monitoring activities on the adequacy and effectiveness of risk responses, accuracy, and

completeness of reporting, and timely remediation of deficiencies, for the purposes of fulfilling the
Level 2, assurance provider mandateBusiness Continuity Management (BCM):

• Maintain and implement the BCM policy and framework.

Audit (Outsourced Function):

• Contribute to the development of the internal audit plan, ensuring it covers key processes and risks.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal auditors, supporting them in their duties.
• Review draft internal audit reports and ensure action plans effectively address recommendations.
• Track implementation of internal audit findings and maintain the internal audit claims schedule against the approved budget.

Audit and Risk Committee Support:

• Provide administrative support to the ARC Committee, ensuring agendas cover all necessary topics and action plans from previous meetings are communicated promptly.
• Ensure timely circulation of reports and agenda packs.

External Audit:

• Facilitate the work of external auditors by providing access to necessary personnel and records.
• Maintain a report of all audit findings and track their implementation.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Risk Management or Internal Auditing.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years experience in internal auditing.
• 5 years post-qualification experience in risk management.
• Basic understanding of compliance, governance, and strategy processes.
• Familiarity with Balanced Scorecard principles.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficient in risk assessment and management software.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Please submit your CV by 6th November 2024.If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application is unsuccessful.

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