Job Description

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Job Advert Summary

Rand Water is looking for a Compliance Specialist to provide specialist functional support to the Compliance Division on responsibilities relating to implementation of the compliance risk management.

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Minimum Requirements

Degree in law, audit or a related field A minimum of 5 years' proven experience in a compliance role Compliance, Legal or Audit background Postgraduate qualification in the relevant field would be an added advantage Professional Membership or ability to be a member with Compliance Institute of Southern Africa or any other relevant professional membership Experience in State Owned Enterprise compliance would be an added advantage Experience in the water sector would be an added advantage
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Primary Duties

Conduct regulatory and compliance annual risk assessment; Consolidating reporting of organizational compliance issues; Compile compliance strategy and compliance risks; Develop a compliance coverage plan; Monitor and report on the Rand Water's adherence to statutory laws, legislative requirements, standard operating procedures and in-house policies and procedures; Collaborate with business in developing action plans to respond to regulatory changes and to address shortfalls in compliance; Provide compliance monitoring and to the Supply Chain Management Bid Committees; Champion resolution of compliance issues; Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk exposure; Identify inherent business risk areas for non-compliance and develop policies to manage and mitigate risks; Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness and quality assurance of compliance procedures, systems and controls; Liaise with executive management and shareholder via the relevant established governance structure with regards to the Rand Water's compliance reporting; Promote a compliance culture within the organization and its subsidiaries; Preparation and presenting reports to the governance structure; Manage, supervise and execute the Compliance Coverage Plan; Manage staff, including staff selection, motivation and performance reviews; Assess maturity of the compliance; Conduct research and development for emerging trends in compliance; Implement change management; Ensure regular self-assessments and independent reviews of the compliance function; Collaborate with line management to advice and enhance facilitation of discharging responsibilities in order to: + Protect the Rand Water's reputation from potential non-compliance sanctions and penalties,
+ Avoid legal actions,
+ Promote a coordinated working relationship with business regulators,
+ Prevent unethical, illegal, or improper conduct,
+ Promote awareness campaigns and road shows to enhance understanding of new and existing compliance requirements.

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Knowledge

Computer literacy in all MS Office programmes Knowledge of the Generally Accepted Compliance Practice (GACP) Maturity and good interpersonal and problem-solving skills Explore monitoring software technology for adequate compliance management (end-result implementation) Possess the initiative and capability to work independently and effectively as a team player Ability to interact with people in a multidisciplinary and multicultural working environment Work experience with a wide and diverse spectrum of groups and individuals
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Skills

Strong Communication skill (both verbal and written) Planning and Organising Report writing skill Proven analytical and ability to evaluate compliance risk Ability to prioritise Time management Relationship building skill Proactive, motivated, target driven and diligent Strong constitution and extra conviction Strong attention to detail Ability to communicate in an assertive manner Manage implementation of an effective compliance program People management Ability to be innovative in driving permeation of a broader compliance culture in Rand Water Excellent organisational, operational and administrative skills.
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Attitude

Ethical and principled Fair and modest Proactive, target driven and diligent Willingness to keep learning Diligent Strong constitution and extra conviction Strong attention to detail Adopt a positive attitude towards group dynamics Ability to communicate in an assertive manner Manage implementation of an effective compliance program Motivated Maturity and good interpersonal and problem-solving skills Ability to be innovative in driving permeation of a broader compliance culture in Rand Water Open and responsive to constructive criticism

Rand Water reserves the right not to make appointments to any of the advertised positions at any stage.

The potential appointment to this position shall be subject to serving a MAXIMUM probation period of up to 12 months, based on a FLEXIBLE monthly probation evaluation process before confirmation of permanent employment in Rand Water.