Manager : Data Risk and Analytics -RSD

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:

The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.

The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.

Financial Stability

The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.

Prudential Regulation

The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.

Financial Markets

Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.

Financial Surveillance

The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.

Payments and Settlements

The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.

Statistics

The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.

Research

Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.

Banknotes and Coin

The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to a team of analysts in terms of the development of supervisory framework/s and the ongoing supervisory practices, processes, protocols, tools, procedures, and oversight in terms of Data Risk and RDARR in the financial services industry, including the operational alignment of supervisory programmes and targets.

• Manage the data analytics capability of the division to ensure the development of reports/ policies/ procedures and guide the process through the alignment of these documents to the overall Prudential Authority (PA) Strategy.

• Provide leadership within the Risk Support Department of the PA and support the Divisional Head: NFR in achieving the overall departmental objectives and all Data Risk and RDARR matters.

• Provide technical assistance and guidance to a team of Data Risk analysts and train new analysts in line with departmental objectives and advise them on changes within the global and local environment by staying abreast of international and national developments.

• Manage team deliverables, including work plans, resource allocation and management, processes and systems, and change and innovation.

• Manage team performance and talent management, including the learning and development of team members and succession planning.

• Contribute to the team’s compliance with the governance, risk management and information management policies and procedures relevant to the PA and the South African Reserve Bank (SARB).

• Contribute to special projects in the PA.

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• a post-graduate degree in either in Accounting, Auditing, Banking, Computer Science, Economics, Finance, Information Management or Risk Management; and

• at least eight years’ relevant working experience in the financial services or financial regulatory sector; and

• two years or more proven experience of managing a team, would be an advantage

The following would be an added advantage:

• DAMA certification (e.g. CDMP Associate), would be an advantage;

• having completed short courses in data or data-related aspects; and/or

• experience in data or data-related aspects.

The following job-related knowledge and understanding is required:

• an understanding of the Basel Core Principles for Banking Supervision;

• Industry, organisational and an understanding of the Basel Core Principles for Banking Supervision;

• an understanding of the Insurance Core Principles for Insurance Supervision;

• a working knowledge of the various pieces of legislation and related supervisory frameworks applicable to financial institutions registered in South Africa and related entities;

• an understanding of leveraging analytics and business intelligence tools to provide actionable insights that drive decision-making and improve business outcomes.

• an understanding of the key issues and risks facing financial institutions registered in South Africa and related entities, with a specific focus on Data risk and RDARR;

• An understanding of technologies used in data governance and management (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica, etc.)

• knowledge of the SAM solvency framework;

• knowledge and understanding of good corporate governance;

• knowledge of, and experience in, the financial system, financial products, and risk models and systems;

• knowledge of the Basel framework at both a theoretical and a practical level;

• knowledge of relevant RDARR practices and standards;

• Knowledge of data governance and data management practices; and

• understanding and experience in Data risk and RDARR audits and/or quality assurance.

The following job-related skills and attributes are required:

• thought leadership;

• problem solving and analysis;

• financial and business acumen;

• people management skills; and

• influencing, building and maintaining relationships.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.