ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: RISK ADVISOR

Office of the Premier

Reference number: DOTP 41/2026
Salary: R487 197 - R573 897 per annum (Level 09)
Centre: Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 17 August 2026
Circular: No 26 of 2026

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Requirements

An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree); A minimum of 3 years' relevant experience; A valid Code B (or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Extensive knowledge of enterprise risk management frameworks and working principles; familiarity with public sector legislative and regulatory knowledge such as PFMA and national treasury risk management regulations. Applicable legislation and regulatory frameworks. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Excellent Communication skills (written and verbal); Ability to deal with various levels of management and exercise utmost discretion in respect to sensitive and confidential information. Negotiation skills; Analytical and problem-solving skills; Advisory and personal judgement skills; facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills; planning, organising and time-management skills; relationship and interpersonal skills.

Duties

To supervise and implement the risk management framework in the organisation; Implement and maintain the enterprise risk management policies, strategies and operational plans; Ensure risk mitigation and control support; prepare and submit professional, high-quality and accurate reports; facilitate the identification, analysis and assessment of risks.

Where to send your application

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Enquiries

Ms Aaqelah Haq Tel No: (021) 483 8318

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 26 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 24 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 July 2026.

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