Deputy Director: Risk And Integrity Management – Nature Conservation

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Deputy Director: Risk and Integrity Management, with a specific focus on Nature Conservation, within the Kwazulu-Natal Department Of Economic Development, Tourism And Environmental Affairs. The position falls under the Risk And Integrity Management Business Unit. It is a Level 11 post, offering an annual salary ranging from R932,292 to R1,098,195. The successful candidate will be based at the Head Office in Pietermaritzburg. The department aims to make appointments in line with its employment equity targets, encouraging applications from African male, coloured male, Indian male, and people with disabilities who meet the requirements. Applicants should be aware that the Department is not in a position to cover any travel and subsistence costs associated with the recruitment process. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this role include: * Developing risk, business continuity, and integrity management strategies, systems (including methodologies, models, and tools), policies, and annual plans. * Managing, implementing, reviewing, and improving the risk, business continuity, and integrity management framework. * Facilitating the institutionalisation of risk, business continuity, and integrity management. * Establishing and maintaining good relationships with relevant stakeholders such as Risk Management Committees, Audit Committees, Ethics Committees, and Forums. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree / Three-year National Diploma in Risk Management / Ethics Management at NQF Level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. * A minimum of 3 years of junior management experience in a Risk Management / Integrity Management environment. * A valid driver’s License. * *Added advantage:* Professional certification in Risk Management/Ethics OR a postgraduate qualification OR active registration with a Risk or Ethics Professional Body OR demonstrable relevant experience within an environmental management and nature conservation environment. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is someone who possesses: * **Sound knowledge and understanding of:** * Risk management policies and frameworks. * Integrity management policies and frameworks. * Risk management principles and practices. * Government systems and Treasury Regulations. * The Public Service Regulatory Framework, including the Public Service Act, PFMA, Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employee Performance Management System, Skills Development Act, Promotion of Access to Information Act, National Development Plan, Project Management Principles, and Service Delivery Frameworks (Batho Pele Principles). * **Skills in:** * Problem-solving and analysis. * People and diversity management. * Accountability and ethical conduct. * Commitment to a high level of quality control. * Organisational skills. * Report writing. * Good communication (verbal and written). * Facilitation and presentation. * Strong project management and planning. * Computer literacy. * Basic financial and supply chain management. * Good interpersonal skills. * Good research and analytical skills. * Time management. * Relationship management. * **Attributes including:** * Integrity and sound judgement. * Ability to work under pressure. * Leadership and stakeholder engagement. * Ability to handle sensitive information and complex governance matters objectively. * Professionalism, respect, honesty, teamwork, vision, transparency, commitment, and confidentiality. **Deadline** 01 November 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/kwazulu-natal-department-of-economic-development-tourism-and-environmental-affaires-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-40-of-20206#spani-ref-dd-rim-nc-01-november-2026 Source: govpage

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