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SENIOR RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER REF NO: UMF50/08/2026 (X1

Department of Higher Education and Training

Salary band

R 413 001

Closing date

4 September 2026

Reference

UMF50/08/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Higher Education and Training

Location

Central Office

Salary

R413 001 per annum (Level 08), plus benefits as applicable in the Public Sector

Requirements

Recognised National Diploma (NQF 6) in Risk Management / Internal Audit or equivalent qualification. 3-5 years’ experience in Risk fraud, Ethics and integrity Management or related field. Knowledge of relevant prescripts, legislation and regulations. Knowledge and understanding of the Risk Fraud, Ethics and Integrity Management environment. Skills: Planning and organising, Financial management, Report writing, Communication and interpersonal, Problem Solving, Computer literacy, Analytical, Client Oriented, Project Management, Team Leadership and people management. Values and Attributes: Client service focus, Integrity, Committed, Proactive and loyal.

Duties

Ensure overall supervision and facilitate the provision of risk management services. Ensure overall supervision and facilitate the provision of the fraud and anticorruption services. Ensure overall supervision and facilitate the provision of ethics and integrity management services. Ensure overall supervision and facilitate risk, fraud and integrity management awareness and training. Supervise human, physical and financial resources.

Enquiries

Ms NA Sibiya Tel No: (035) 902 9501

Notes

A fully completed new Z83 form (in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022), obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za, and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Copies of qualifications and other relevant documents must not be included in the application. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications on the day of the interview. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates. A separate application must be submitted for each post that you are applying for. Late applications (received after closing date and time) and incomplete applications will not be considered. The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability). The Employer reserves the right not to make an appointment. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills test. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates. All short-listed candidates will be subjected to a qualifications and citizen verification; criminal record and financial/asset record checks. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Applicants who have not been invited for an interview within 60 days of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

Closing Date

04 September 2026 at 16:00 33

About administrative roles in South Africa

Administrative and clerical positions are among the most consistently advertised roles in both the South African public and private sectors. Government departments in particular have a high and ongoing demand for administrative clerks, especially at salary levels 5 to 7 on the public service scale. These roles form the operational backbone of every department and offer a stable entry point into a public sector career with a clear progression path.

·Government admin roles almost always require a Z83 form and a detailed CV listing all previous administrative experience with exact dates.
·Computer literacy is listed as a requirement in nearly every admin advert. Specify which software you are proficient in, particularly Microsoft Office.
·Many admin roles require a valid driver's licence. If you have one, make it prominent on your CV.
·For Senior Administrative Officer posts, management experience and the ability to supervise staff are assessed during interviews.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Higher Education and Training. 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

  • ·Recognised National Diploma (NQF 6) in Risk Management / Internal Audit or equivalent qualification
  • ·3-5 years’ experience in Risk fraud, Ethics and integrity Management or related field
  • ·Knowledge of relevant prescripts, legislation and regulations
  • ·Knowledge and understanding of the Risk Fraud, Ethics and Integrity Management environment
  • ·Skills: Planning and organising, Financial management, Report writing, Communication and interpersonal, Problem Solving, Computer literacy, Analytical, Client Oriented, Project Management, Team Leadership and people management
  • ·Values and Attributes: Client service focus, Integrity, Committed, Proactive and loyal

Key Duties

  • ·Ensure overall supervision and facilitate the provision of risk management services
  • ·Ensure overall supervision and facilitate the provision of the fraud and anticorruption services
  • ·Ensure overall supervision and facilitate the provision of ethics and integrity management services
  • ·Ensure overall supervision and facilitate risk, fraud and integrity management awareness and training
  • ·Supervise human, physical and financial resources

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
  • 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 applications@umfolozi.edu.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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How do I apply for the SENIOR RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER REF NO: UMF50/08/2026 (X1 position at Department of Higher Education and Training?+

Applications for this post are submitted by email. Sign up on NewGenJobs, complete your profile, and use the one-click auto-apply feature - we attach your CV and the completed Z83 form (for government posts) and send the application directly to Department of Higher Education and Training from your Gmail account. The closing date is 4 September 2026.

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Government posts require a completed Z83 application form (the official DPSA form), a detailed CV listing all previous employment with exact dates, and certified copies of your qualifications and ID. NewGenJobs auto-fills the Z83 from your profile. Do not submit original documents - certified copies only. Uncertified copies or incomplete Z83 forms are grounds for immediate disqualification.

What is the salary for the SENIOR RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER REF NO: UMF50/08/2026 (X1 position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 413 001. 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 SENIOR RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER REF NO: UMF50/08/2026 (X1 application close?+

The closing date for this position is 4 September 2026 - 13 days from today. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.