ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: RISK ADVISOR is a South African government vacancy at Western Cape Department of The Premier. This job is part of Circular 26 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government | closing date: 17 August 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.
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
Salary
R487 197 – R573 897 per annum (Level 09)
Requirements
- An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree);
- A minimum of 3 years' relevant experience;
- A valid Code B (or higher) driving licence.
- Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Extensive knowledge of enterprise risk management frameworks and working principles; familiarity with public sector legislative and regulatory knowledge such as PFMA and national treasury risk management regulations.
- Applicable legislation and regulatory frameworks.
- Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- Excellent Communication skills (written and verbal);
- Ability to deal with various levels of management and exercise utmost discretion in respect to sensitive and confidential information.
- Negotiation skills;
- Analytical and problem-solving skills;
- Advisory and personal judgement skills; facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills; planning, organising and time-management skills; relationship and interpersonal skills.
Duties
- To supervise and implement the risk management framework in the organisation;
- Implement and maintain the enterprise risk management policies, strategies and operational plans;
- Ensure risk mitigation and control support; prepare and submit professional, high-quality and accurate reports; facilitate the identification, analysis and assessment of risks.
Enquiries
Ms Aaqelah Haq Tel No: (021) 483 8318
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates 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. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS
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Original Text
SALARY : R487 197 – R573 897 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree); A minimum of 3 years' relevant experience; A valid Code B (or higher) driving
licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Extensive knowledge of enterprise risk management frameworks and working principles; familiarity with
public sector legislative and regulatory knowledge such as PFMA and national treasury risk management regulations. Applicable legislation and regulatory
frameworks. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
Excellent Communication skills (written and verbal); Ability to deal with various levels of management and exercise utmost discretion in respect to sensitive
and confidential information. Negotiation skills; Analytical and problem-solving
skills; Advisory and personal judgement skills; facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills; planning, organising and time-management skills;
relationship and interpersonal skills.
DUTIES : To supervise and implement the risk management framework in the organisation; Implement and maintain the enterprise risk management policies,
strategies and operational plans; Ensure risk mitigation and control support; prepare and submit professional, high-quality and accurate reports; facilitate
the identification, analysis and assessment of risks.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Aaqelah Haq Tel No: (021) 483 8318
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 26 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.