Enterprise Risk Management Specialist / Senior Risk Manager

Pretoria, South Africa | Posted on 05/08/2026

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and implementing Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) strategies, frameworks, and processes within the organisation. The role requires a highly experienced professional with strong leadership, governance, and stakeholder management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain Enterprise Risk Management frameworks, policies, and strategies.
• Identify, assess, monitor, and report on organisational risks and mitigation measures.
• Facilitate strategic and operational risk assessments across business units.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, governance frameworks, and risk management standards.
• Provide risk management advice and support to executive management and key stakeholders.
• Prepare and present risk reports to senior management, Audit Committees, and Risk Committees.
• Monitor emerging risks and recommend appropriate control measures.
• Promote a risk-aware culture throughout the organisation.
• Review and improve internal risk management processes and controls.
• Support governance, compliance, and audit-related initiatives.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on risk management matters.
• Provide leadership and guidance on best practices in risk management.

Qualifications

• Relevant NQF Level 8 qualification in one of the following fields:
  • Risk Management
  • Finance
  • Auditing
  • Business Administration
• A postgraduate qualification such as an MBA, MCom, or equivalent will be advantageous.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Risk Management.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a senior management role.
• Proven experience in Enterprise Risk Management within:
  • the public sector; or
  • large and complex organisations.
• Experience engaging with Boards, Audit Committees, and Risk Committees.

Professional Registration

• Registered member of IRMSA as a CRM Professional/Practitioner or equivalent.

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