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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT

Department of Agriculture · gauteng

Salary band

R 487 197

Closing date

4 September 2026

Reference

3/3/1/75/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Agriculture

Directorate

Compliance Management Services

Location

Gauteng (Pretoria)

Salary

R487 197 per annum (Level 09)

Requirements

Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and National Diploma in Compliance Management / Law / Risk Management (NQF 6). Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience in compliance management environment. Job related knowledge: knowledge of corporate governance issues, Compliance management, Public service environment, Public Financial Management Act (PFMA) and National Treasury Regulations. Relevant legislation and regulations, norms and standards. Job related skills: Dynamic leadership skills, Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite, Project management skills, Communications skills (verbal and written), Presentation and Facilitation skills. Problem solving and analysis. Extended working hours and ability to work under pressure. A valid driver’s license.

Duties

Implement a compliance management strategy. Implement compliance management process which includes compliance identification, compliance risk assessment, compliance risk management and reporting. Develop a training strategy and train employees in the Department on compliance awareness. Update the Departmental Compliance universe on an on-going basis. Provide assistance in compiling the annual compliance management implementation plan. Participate in committees that serve as advisory bodies in the area of compliance risk management. Provide assistance in all compliance report coordination and assist in any compliance related information required by Risk and Compliance Committee. Align compliance checklist with strategic and operational plans on an on-going basis. Identify strategic and operational plans of the Department in order to understand the Departmental business for the purpose of identifying regulatory requirements. 7

Enquiries

Mr M Setati at 071 878 9179

Notes

EE Target: African Male and Persons with disability.

Closing Date

2026-09-04T16:00:00+02:00

About legal and compliance roles in South Africa

Legal professionals in South Africa operate under a dual qualification system - attorneys are admitted through the Legal Practice Council and advocates through a Bar Council. Government legal posts - particularly at the State Attorney's office, National Prosecuting Authority, and Legal Aid South Africa - are advertised through PSC Circulars and department career pages. Compliance roles in banking, insurance, and listed companies are governed by sector-specific regulatory frameworks including FICA, POPIA, and FSB regulations.

·For government legal posts, admission as an attorney or advocate in South Africa is typically the primary minimum requirement.

·Include your Law Society or Legal Practice Council admission date and status on your CV.

·Legal posts at the National Prosecuting Authority require South African citizenship and a security clearance in addition to legal qualifications.

·Compliance roles in financial services require familiarity with FICA, the Financial Intelligence Centre's guidance notes, and sector-specific regulations from the FSCA.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Agriculture in gauteng. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

·Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and National Diploma in Compliance Management / Law / Risk Management (NQF 6)
·Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience in compliance management environment
·Job related knowledge: knowledge of corporate governance issues, Compliance management, Public service environment, Public Financial Management Act (PFMA) and National Treasury Regulations
·Relevant legislation and regulations, norms and standards
·Job related skills: Dynamic leadership skills, Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite, Project management skills, Communications skills (verbal and written), Presentation and Facilitation skills
·Problem solving and analysis
·Extended working hours and ability to work under pressure
·A valid driver’s license

Key Duties

·Implement a compliance management strategy
·Implement compliance management process which includes compliance identification, compliance risk assessment, compliance risk management and reporting
·Develop a training strategy and train employees in the Department on compliance awareness
·Update the Departmental Compliance universe on an on-going basis
·Provide assistance in compiling the annual compliance management implementation plan
·Participate in committees that serve as advisory bodies in the area of compliance risk management
·Provide assistance in all compliance report coordination and assist in any compliance related information required by Risk and Compliance Committee
·Align compliance checklist with strategic and operational plans on an on-going basis
·Identify strategic and operational plans of the Department in order to understand the Departmental business for the purpose of identifying regulatory requirements

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to asdcmrecruit75@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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How do I apply for the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT position at Department of Agriculture?+

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What is the salary for the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 487 197. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT application close?+

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