RISK SPECIALIST (X1)
Job Purpose
To assist with coordinating and implementing risk management frameworks and providing objective feedback on the suitability and effectiveness of specified controls and the individuals responsible for actively managing risks. The position holder will also assist in the critical assessment of all risk management practices and assure the accuracy of risk information and recommendations for improved risk management.Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development of risk assessment procedures and policies for the Authority.
- Contribute to the development of the Authority’s corporate risk register.
- Conduct an enterprise-wide risk assessment to identify and prioritize critical risks to the organisation and perform quantitative and qualitative analysis of identified risks.
- Conduct periodic reviews and evaluate risk management practices and documentation to assure that risk management and control systems are functioning as intended for the Authority’s operational and strategic objectives to be met.
- Assist management in developing and validating risk models to quantify risks to facilitate efficient measurement and prioritization of identified risks.
- Manage internal relationships with functional business areas to promote strategic cross-functional and cross unit partnerships.
- Support management in the facilitation of workshops, meetings and other forums for information-gathering and dissemination with appropriate parties across the organisation.
Education:
Degree in Risk Management, Business Administration or professional qualification in enterprise risk management.Relevant Experience
- At least three (3) to five (5) years work experience.
- Experience in a regulatory environment will be an added advantage.
- A master’s degree will be an added advantage.
Competencies
- Communication
- Flexibility and managing change
- Building working relationships internally and externally
- Integrity and openness
- Developing self and others
- Managing performance
- Creating improvement
- Delivering service
- Decision-making
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should submit their- Application letter.
- Detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
- Certified copies of academic certificates
- Certified copies of relevant professional certificates, where applicable; and
- Certified copies of Identity Document
Email Applictions to recruitment@cgpconsultants.com
Subject Email: RISK SPECIALIST APPLICATION
Application closing date: 02 October 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
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