Job category: Credit Analysis and Risk Management Contract: Permanent Remuneration: Market Related EE position: Yes Introduction To provide support in the development and implementation of Operational Risk Management (ORM) encompassing strategies, policies and frameworks within the NEF. Support in the continuous review of systems and procedures of ORM strategies. Assist in coordinating the NEF’s ORM programmes, including the annual risk assessment and operational risk assessments. Inculcate a culture of risk awareness throughout the NEF. Assist in refining risk appetite and aligning it to the NEF’s mandate as well as corporate targets and operational targets, whilst ensuring the translation of such a risk appetite is appropriately incorporated into the NEF’s systems and controls. Identify and analyse sector trends to continuously improve the NEF’s risk management. Assist in providing guidance in the integration of Operational Risk Management with other organisational planning and management activities such as strategy formulation. Support in the evaluation of the adequacy of the NEF’s internal control frameworks in addressing risks and accomplishing the Organisation’s goals and objectives. Follow up with departments regarding implementation of action items. Monitor the implementation of action plans to ensure risk mitigation efforts are proceeding as required/intended. Proactively identify emerging risks and report/escalate to relevant stakeholders. Maintain awareness of relevant legislation and industry best practices to provide proactive. Provide support on reports going to Exco and other relevant committees. Assist with implementation of Business Continuity Processes at the NEF. Assist the Chief Risk Officer with any investigations that are undertaken. Experience / Skills Required At least 3 - 5 years’ experience in Operational Risk Management environment. Knowledge and proper understanding of Operational Risk, and related control frameworks and practices. Knowledge and experience in Business Continuity Management will be an advantage. High level of proficiency and knowledge of MS Office, documents, management solutions and reporting tools. Ability to produce and present high quality reports. Strong communication skills and ability to influence others. Sound judgement and decision-making skills. Qualification Requirements Bachelor of Commerce degree or other relevant qualification for the role. A post graduate qualification will be an added advantage. #J-18808-Ljbffr