Job Description

Position Outputs

The Ethics Manager provides strategic and operational support to the Ethics and Compliance function by overseeing the investigation of reported non-compliances, including unethical or illegal conduct, received via the Ethics Line or other reporting channels. The role is responsible for ensuring timely, fair, and thorough investigations, promoting ethical awareness, and fostering a culture of integrity across the organisation. In addition, the Ethics Manager contributes to the development and implementation of ethics programmes, training initiatives, and trend analysis to proactively address ethical risks and support governance structures.


Investigate and close all ethics tip-off reports within defined timelines:

o Complex matters: within 90 days


o Mid-tier matters: within 60 days


o Non-complex matters: within 30 days


Bi-weekly reporting on the progress of all open and closed matters.

Drive ethics awareness and training initiatives across the Division to promote a culture of integrity and compliance.

Monitor and assess ethical culture through surveys, feedback mechanisms, and engagement with employees.

Identify and analyse trends in reported non-compliances to inform proactive interventions and policy enhancements.

Ensure compliance with legal obligations, including reporting of fraud and corruption under Section 34 of PRECCA.

Engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective resolution and communication of investigation outcomes.

Set the strategic direction for ethics management within the Division, aligned with Group values and governance frameworks.

Lead the review and enhancement of ethics-related policies, procedures, and codes of conduct.

Provide regular, high-quality ethics reports to governance committees, including trends, risks, and recommendations.

Proactively identify emerging ethical risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Stay abreast of industry best practices and regulatory changes, ensuring continuous improvement of the ethics programme.

End-to-end management of investigation life cycles on the Deloitte tip-off system.

Development and application of tailored investigation methodologies for each reported non-compliance.

Execution of internal investigations into breaches of company codes, policies, procedures, and controls, including data analytics and evidence collection.

Support and oversight of external forensic investigations for complex and high-impact matters.

Establishment and management of an external forensics panel to support divisional needs.

Facilitation of weekly meetings with Group to review investigation status and secure necessary approvals.

Root cause analysis of non-compliances, with integration of findings into corrective action plans.

Packaging and submission of evidence demonstrating implementation of approved recommendations for Group review.

Delivery of feedback on investigation outcomes to relevant stakeholders and affected employees.

Trend analysis and reporting on non-compliance statistics and categories to governance committees Legal reporting of fraud and corruption in accordance with PRECCA requirements. Testifying in internal and external enquiries on behalf of Barloworld Equipment. Design and delivery of ethics training and awareness programmes tailored to divisional needs. Monitoring and reporting on ethical culture indicators, including employee perceptions and behavioural trends. Delivery of a comprehensive ethics programme that includes awareness, training, investigations, and culture assessments. Design and execution of ethics culture surveys or assessments, with actionable insights. Preparation of dashboards and reports for divisional and group governance structures. Measurement and reporting on the effectiveness of ethics training and awareness campaigns. Delivery of updated ethics policies and frameworks, approved by relevant governance bodies. Compilation of benchmarking reports comparing internal ethics practices with industry standards.

Minimum Required Qualification

Appropriate bachelor's degree (Accounting, Internal Audit, Risk Management, Forensics or Legal)

Preferred/Advantageous:

Postgraduate Diploma in Compliance, Ethics or Forensics Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Certified Ethics Officer Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional

Minimum Required Experience

Minimum of Five to Seven years' experience in a related or similar role Two to Three years in a managerial role

Minimum Required Competencies

Excellent written and oral communication skills, including report writing (drafting and presentation) Excellent computer literacy and data analytics (sound knowledge of MS Office - Word, Excel and Power Point and SAP) Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain and build multi-level relationships, and the ability to positively influence people, and appropriately manage conflict Business acumen, analytical skills and attention to detail * Self-motivated, self-starter, problem-solver and deadline orientated Demonstrates strong work ethic with a high level of honesty, integrity, and alignment with the values of the Barloworld Worldwide Code of Conduct