Deputy Director: Risk and Integrity Management - Nature Conservation

About the role

The Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (KwaZulu-Natal) is hiring a Deputy Director: Risk and Integrity Management - Nature Conservation in Risk And Integrity Management, based in Head Office Pietermaritzburg. This is a permanent post, paying R932,292 to R1,098,195 a year. Business Unit: Risk And Integrity Management How to apply: Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the KZN online e- Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs or submit their Z83 and CV directly to the following email address: kznjobs@kznedtea.gov.za. The EDTEA districts addresses are as follows: Applications may alternatively be forwarded to the Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, Private Bag X9152, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, or hand- delivered to the Ground Floor, 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, in the vacancy box provided. For attention: Ms Nondumiso Buthelezi / Mr Sipho Zangwa Reference number to quote: DD- RIM-NC 01/NOVEMBER 2026 Closing date: 20 November 2026 (at 16h00). Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: NB: all the appointments will be made in accordance with the employment equity targets of the department, which are African male, coloured male, Indian male, and people with disabilities who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Develop risk, business continuity and integrity management strategies, systems (methodologies, models and tools etc.), policies and annual plans, Manage, implement, review and improve the risk, business continuity and integrity management framework, Facilitate institutionalisation of risk, business continuity and integrity management, Establish and maintain good relationships with relevant stakeholders such as Risk Management Committee/Audit Committee/Ethics Committees/Forums.
• Skills, Training, And Competencies
• A sound knowledge and understanding of a variety of aspects, including risk management policies and Frameworks, Integrity Management Policies and Frameworks, Risk Management Principles and Practices, Government systems, and Treasury Regulations
• Knowledge of Integrity Management Policies and Framework
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the Public Service Regulatory Framework, e.g., Public Service Act, PFMA, Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employee Performance Management System, Skills Development Act, Promotion of Access to Information Act, National Development Plan, Project Management Principles, Service Delivery Frameworks (Batho Pele Principles).
• Skills
• Problem-solving and analysis
• People and diversity management
• Accountability and ethical conduct
• Commitment to a high level of quality control
• Organisational skills
• Report writing skills
• Good communication skills
• Facilitation and presentation skills
• Strong project management and planning skills
• Computer skills
• Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Presentation skills
• Report writing
• Planning and organising skills
• Basic financial and supply chain management skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good research and analytical skills
• Time management skills
• Relationship management skills
• Attributes such as integrity and sound judgement, ability to work under pressure and maintain, leadership and stakeholder engagement, ability to handle sensitive information and complex governance matters objectively, professionalism, respect, honesty, teamwork, vision, transparency, commitment, and confidentiality.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate must have
• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree/Three-year National Diploma in Risk Management/Ethics Management at NQF Level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA
• At least 3 years of junior management experience in a Risk Management/Integrity Management environment
• Professional certification in Risk Management/Ethics or a postgraduate qualification or active registration with a Risk or Ethics Professional Body or demonstrable relevant experience within an environmental management and nature conservation environment will be an added advantage.
• A valid driver’s License.