SENIOR RISK PRACTITIONER: RISK MANAGEMENT is a South African government vacancy at North West Department of Public Works and Roads. This job is part of Circular 20 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Head Office – Mahikeng | closing date: 29 June 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Applications
Where to send your application.
e-mail to: DPWRHORecruit2@nwpg.gov.za
Salary
R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
Requirements
- Qualifications: National Senior Certificate plus an appropriate National Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management / Internal Audit / Accounting / Economics / Compliance Management.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Experience: 2 years relevant experience in Risk Management.
- Knowledge: Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
- Treasury Regulations.
- Risk Management Frameworks.
- Internal Control Systems.
- Financial Reporting Standards.
- Skills: Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Communication (verbal and written).
- Interpersonal skills.
- Computer Literacy (Advanced MS Office).
- Report writing and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Planning and organizing skills.
- Client orientation and customer focus.
- Ability to work under pressure.
Duties
- Lead the identification and evaluation of financial and operational risks across the department.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive risk registers and risk response plans ensuring they are regularly updated and aligned with departmental objectives.
- Design and implement effective risk mitigation strategies and internal controls.
- Develop and implement Risk Management strategy, framework and policy.
- Monitor the effectiveness of these strategies and controls.
- Address emerging risks.
- Prepare detailed risk reports for senior management and relevant committees.
- Maintain accurate records of risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and outcomes.
- Develop and deliver training programs to enhance risk awareness and management capabilities within the department.
- Provide guidance and support to staff on risk-related matters.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to promote riskawareness culture.
- Represent the department in risk management forums and committees.
- Regularly review and improve risk management processes and practices.
- Implement best practices and lessons learned to enhance the department's risk management framework.
- Coordinate and facilitate the activities of the Risk Management Committee and perform the secretarial function.
- Willingness to travel as required.
Enquiries
Ms K. Masilo Tel No: (018) 388 1116
Notes
On the subject line of your E-mail, indicate the correct name of the post and the reference number also use the correct e-mail. All attachments for online submission must include the Z83 Form and Updated Curriculum Vitae Only be in PDF Format, also as One Document. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Compliance: Compliance: It is compulsory to fill all fields on the New Amended Z83 Form (81/971431) as prescribed with effect 01 January 2021, part of declaration must be signed, dated and initialed only on the first page. The Form is obtainable at any Public Service Departments and DPSA Website, www.dpsa.gov.za. Part A the applicant(s) must indicate the correct advertised Post name, Reference number and Centre. The Z83 Form must be accompanied by a recently updated Curriculum Vitae with full personal details, qualifications current and previous experience must be listed in date’s order, with relevant requirements of the post including three (3) names of contactable referees. Part B, C and D applicant must provide sufficient information relevant to the post applying for. Parts B, C and E fields for date of birth, work permit, business interest and preferred language, current study can be left blank if they don’t apply to you. Part E, F and G may not be fill if your CV already has the updated information. Applicant can skip experience section, but Part F is compulsory to be completed if you are seeking re-employment into the Public Service. Please note: It is a responsibility of a Person in possession of a foreign qualification to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) only when shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidate(s) for post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview. NB: Senior Management Pre-entry Programme Certificate: No applicant shall be recommended for appointment without producing a Certificate of completion (Nyukela) as a mandatory requirement obtainable via this link: https://www.thensg.gov.za, offered by the National School of Government. Failure to submit the requested information will result not being considered. Applications received after the closing date will, as a rule not be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for interview process on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Applicant(s) previous background/reference checks will be verified through contactable referees. Shortlisted candidate(s) will be required to undergo personnel suitability checks, which include criminal records, citizenship, financial credits, asset records, qualifications verification and vetting. Note: All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS Levels, shall undertake two (2) preentry assessments and one (1) will be a practical exercise including an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment, according to the mandated DPSA directive. The successful candidate will enter into an annual performance agreement. The candidate annually will be requested to disclose his/her financial interest. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment. Applicant requiring additional information regarding advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated. NB: Communication and Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not heard from us within six (6) months after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. OTHER POSTS
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Original Text
SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Head Office – Mahikeng
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: National Senior Certificate plus an appropriate National Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management / Internal Audit / Accounting /
Economics / Compliance Management. A valid driver’s license. Experience: 2 years relevant experience in Risk Management. Knowledge: Public Service
Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
Treasury Regulations. Risk Management Frameworks. Internal Control
Systems. Financial Reporting Standards. Skills: Analytical and problem-solving skills. Communication (verbal and written). Interpersonal skills. Computer
Literacy (Advanced MS Office). Report writing and presentation skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Planning and organizing skills. Client
orientation and customer focus. Ability to work under pressure.
DUTIES : Lead the identification and evaluation of financial and operational risks across the department. Develop and maintain comprehensive risk registers and risk
response plans ensuring they are regularly updated and aligned with departmental objectives. Design and implement effective risk mitigation
strategies and internal controls. Develop and implement Risk Management
strategy, framework and policy. Monitor the effectiveness of these strategies and controls. Address emerging risks. Prepare detailed risk reports for senior
management and relevant committees. Maintain accurate records of risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and outcomes. Develop and deliver
training programs to enhance risk awareness and management capabilities within the department. Provide guidance and support to staff on risk-related
matters. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to promote riskawareness culture. Represent the department in risk management forums and committees. Regularly review and improve risk management processes and
practices. Implement best practices and lessons learned to enhance the department's risk management framework. Coordinate and facilitate the
activities of the Risk Management Committee and perform the secretarial function. Willingness to travel as required.
ENQUIRIES : Ms K. Masilo Tel No: (018) 388 1116
APPLICATIONS : e-mail to: DPWRHORecruit2@nwpg.gov.za
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 20 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.



