Job Description

Position Reports to: Senior Manager: Policy and Procedure

Division: Design and Enabling

Location: Head Office - Pretoria

Advert Closing Date: 07 September 2023

About the Position

SARS' BUSINESS DESIGN AND ENGINEERING Policy and Procedure team is is looking for a highly skilled results driven professional with relevant academic competence and experience with solid work values to join this dynamic team of seasoned professionals within the Enforcement Policy and Procedure portfolio. This team of seasoned professionals develops policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. We believe that your skills, commitment and dedication will add value and make a difference to the organisation and country. .

Job Purpose

To develop and analyse operational policy and procedures taking into account business demands and legislative requirements, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness within SARS operating environment.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Relevant Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma in law, economics, or taxation (NQF 7) AND 5-7 years' experience in a similar environment, of which 2-3 years ideally at functional specialist level

ALTERNATIVE #

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 10 years related experience, of which 2-3 years ideally at functional specialist level.

Job Outputs:

Process

• Conduct research to develop and implement new ideas and solutions that add value in area of specialisation.
• Plan and organise own work tasks within area of work.
• Contribute to the development and design of area specific policies and procedures to ensure continued quality and service improvement.
• Develop recordkeeping procedures and manages appropriate records and policy documentation in accordance with applicable polices and standards.
• Provide advice and guidance to business on policies and procedure development and amendments.
• Manage appropriate records and policy documentation in accordance with applicable polices and standards.
• Develop policies and procedures within area of accountability, aligned to the Governance Framework, taking into account role segregation.
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers, SARS role players and third parties to achieve predefined objectives.
• Draft and finalise rulings and other documents in line with relevant policies and governance within set timelines and complete any tasks such as research etc. in order to ensure the aforementioned.

Governance

• Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity, and ethics processes within area of specialisation.

People

• Identify, drive, and manage changes which will improve effectiveness and efficiency - doing a range of things better.

Finance

• Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs.

Client

• Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.
• Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise, and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Behavioural competencies

• Fairness and Transparency
• Analytical Thinking
• Accountability
• Conceptual Ability
• Organisational Awareness
• Trust
• Respect
• Problem Solving and Analysis
• Honesty and Integrity
• Attention to Detail
• Commitment to Continuous Learning
• Building Sustainability

Technical competencies

• Functional Policies and Procedures
• Reporting
• Governance, Ethics and Values
• Process Governance
• Records and Archive Management
• Risk and Compliance
• Business Knowledge
• Efficiency improvement

Compliance Competency

• GOC Confidential

Employment Equity

The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening, case study, pre-assessment, psychometric assessment and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance where applicable.

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