FINANCIAL SECTOR CONDUCT AUTHORITY (FSCA) CHANGE AND RELEASE MANAGER - ICT APPLICATIONS, INFRASTRUCTURES AND OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT (PRETORIA) Reference Number: FSCA306 Description Purpose of the Job: The main purpose of the role is to develop and drive the ICT change and release management functions for the FSCA and its stakeholders. The Change and Release Manager is responsible for development and implementation of ICT change and release management processes and procedures, in line with the ICT strategy and governance framework. The person appointed will report to the ICT Operations Manager. Key Performance Areas: • Define, implement, and monitor compliance to change and release management processes and procedures. • Run Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings and advise and guide stakeholders on CAB functions. • Run the Release management meetings and advise and guide stakeholders on release processes. • Ensure that all changes are approved and tested prior to implementation in production environment. • Define the scope of release and obtain sign off from all stakeholders and ensure that release packages are built, tested and deployed as per defined scope. • Ensure coordination of environments deployments (Dev, Test, DR, and Production) and establish and report outstanding known errors and ensure that workarounds are in place prior to deployment in production. • Ensure proper alignment between incident, problem, change, configuration, and release management functions. • Report on change and release management metrics to the ICT management through the FSCA and ICT governance structures; and • Administer all change and release management related activities and manage all relevant stakeholders. • Development and management of the ICT maintenance calendar. • Making improvements on a regular basis to the change and release management environment in line with latest developments and organisational strategies. Other Key Competencies: The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: good information gathering; judgment and problem analysis skills; ability to follow instructions and procedures, teamwork; ability to evaluate; provide recommendations and implement third party solutions; ability to prioritise and perform multiple tasks in time- critical situations. FSCA is committed towards increasing the representation of marginalised groups in line with its Employment Equity Plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with short listed candidates and that the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified. Requirements A Degree in Information Technology related field or equivalent qualification with at least 5 years’ practical experience as a Change and Release manager. The candidate must have a strong understanding of ITIL framework and processes; have ITIL v4 Foundation certification and ITIL Release, Control and Validation certification. Solid understanding of the value of common practices and standards in the areas of systems management, systems development life cycle, as well as ICT security and controls is a prerequisite. Knowledge in Avanti IT Service management tool, DevOps and agile methodologies would be an advantage. Work Level Senior Job Type Permanent Salary Market Related EE Position Yes Location Pretoria PLEASE APPLY HERE
SENIOR ANALYST - MARKET SURVEILLANCE AND DATA ANALYSIS DEPARTMENT (PRETORIA) Reference Number: FSCA-829 Description To load and merge data originating from diverse sources, identify and act on new opportunities for data driven business in data science and analytics, and work in a collaborative environment to develop data science methods, tools, and algorithms to solve problems. The incumbent will also use data to solve problems, to turn data into information and information into insight that will lead to informed business decisions. The person appointed to this position will report to the Senior Specialist: Data Analysis. Key Performance Areas • Pre-process and Transform data for model building and analysis. • Troubleshoot data quality issues and work with team members to reach solutions. • Become fluent in analytical modelling using internal data modelling platforms and tools. • Develop predictive models for business solutions. • Deploy predictive and other models to production. • Develop technical specification for 3rd party platform data integration and streaming. • Develop compelling visual stories to effectively communicate meaningful insights from big data. • Participate in continuous improvement efforts to increase available data quality and delivery speed. • Address ad-hoc domain-specific data analytic requirements from domain or cluster leaders. Other Key Competencies The applicant must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: active listening, critical thinking, analytical thinking, attention to detail, strong financial and numeracy skills, proficiency in using Ms office, excellent communication skills, good interpersonal skills, and emotional intelligence. The candidate must have the ability to establish priorities and manage several tasks. The FSCA is committed to increasing the representation of marginalised groups in line with its transformation strategy. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with short listed candidates and that the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified. Requirements Bachelor’s or Honour’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Econometrics, Actuarial Science, or equivalent experience with at least 4 years’ working experience in a field where data science and analysis was major, preferably in a financial services sector or regulator. Proficient in Python, R, and database technologies. Advanced working Python knowledge. Experience working with relational databases, query authoring Python as well as working familiarity with a variety of databases. Closing Date: 22 December 2023 Work Level Senior Job Type Permanent Salary Market Related EE Position Yes Location Pretoria PLEASE APPLY HERE
SPECIALIST ANALYST - MARKET INFRASTRUCTURES AND OTC MARKETS (PRETORIA) Reference Number: FSCA-175 Description Purpose of the Job To advise the Market Infrastructures and OTC Derivatives Providers internally on a wide range of practices, conduct and concerns affecting the industry and allied activities. The person appointed to this position will have a direct reporting line to the Senior Manager: OTC Market Supervision. Key Performance Areas • Identify shortcomings and anomalies to regulatory framework and subordinate legislation; • Assist the Department with the analysis and assessment of conduct of market on financial markets legislation; • Assist with the reform of financial markets legislation to reflect operating realities as the need arises; • Consider and advise the Department on proposed amendments to the listing requirements and rules of the market infrastructures; • Assist the Department to maintain an effective framework for supervision of Market Infrastructures and Over-the-Counter Derivatives Providers (ODPs); • Assist in the supervision and the monitoring of compliance with financial markets legislation, regulations and the rules of the market infrastructures; • Represent the Authority at relevant meetings of the Market Infrastructures; • Liaise with and render appropriate regulatory guidance to stakeholders after consultation with the Senior Manager and Head of Department. Other Key Competencies: The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, leadership skills, active listening, critical thinking, financial and numeracy skills, excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and innovative and strategic thinking, good understanding of complex financial instruments, including derivatives, demonstrate an understanding of operational and quantitative risk management, excellent project management skills, detailed understanding of the regulatory framework, excellent report writing skills, decisive and confident, approaching all tasks in a professional manner. The FSCA is committed to increasing the representation of marginalised groups in line with its transformation strategy. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with short listed candidates and that the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified. Requirements A business, economics, accounting, mathematics degree or similar, with at least 3 to 5 years relevant experience, preferably in finance, risk management, audit or management consulting role within the South African Capital Markets Industry, finance or related commerce. Experience within a financial markets environment, investment banking, structured finance or similar will be a distinct advantage. An ability to understand complex financial instruments and processes including derivatives, bonds, equities and foreign exchange and the risks associated with these instruments would be desirable. Closing Date: 20 December 2023 Work Level Senior Job Type Permanent Salary Market Related EE Position Yes Location Pretoria PLEASE APPLY HERE
SPECIALIST: BUSINESS ANALYST - PROJECT MANAGEMENT OFFICE (PRETORIA) Reference Number: FSCA591 Description Purpose of the Job: To assist the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) in defining and documenting internal and external user interfaces, core and support systems considering input data requirements, data transformation and processing as well as ensuring alignment of the reporting needs of the key stakeholders. The role will be acting as the liaison among internal stakeholders to analyse, document, communicate and validate business and system requirements for platform applications. In addition, the role entails working with internal applications and integrating them with other systems. The person appointed to this position is expected to be an independent seasoned business analysis practitioner and will report to the Senior Manager Business Analysis Requirements: Key Performance Areas: • Elicit requirements using various best practice business analysis related tools and techniques; • Critically evaluate information gathered from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts and decompose high-level information into details i.e. input data fields with an eye for enabling reporting; • Proactively communicate and collaborate with external and internal stakeholders to analyse information needs and functional requirements and deliver the needed artifacts (i.e., functional requirements, business requirements document, use cases, Graphical User Interface (GUI), screen and interface designs); • Analyse existing and new business processes to continuously identify and define data quality and integrity in platform applications; • Document changes to the design and implementation of new systems and enhancements; • Create and maintain workflows, approval processes, and validation rules based on internal stakeholder requirements; • Define and document internal and external user interfaces, support systems and data requirement clarification and definition; • Collaborate with developers and subject matter experts to establish the technical vision and analyse tradeoffs between usability and performance needs; • Work directly with and serve as the liaison between business units, technology teams and support teams; • Assist in quality assurance and defining testing strategy and risks, and provide significant contributions in the testing and debugging of new software or enhancements to existing software; and • Act as project manager for projects executed in area under responsibility and ensure the identification of issues their tracking, reporting and resolution in a timely manner. Other Key Competencies: The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: Management and Business Intelligence skills; customer service excellence; effective communication skills, project management and leadership skills, problem solving skills, ability to gather clear business requirements; effectively document, negotiate and explain business and technical solutions across the organisation, sensitive to the needs of unique audiences; ability to work independently, results driven and have a positive attitude. Ability to apply general organisational knowledge of the business, systems and processes in problem analysis is required. Must have an understanding of applications, database and system design. Demonstrate confidence and an extensive knowledge of emerging industry practices when solving business problems. Ability to engage successfully in multiple initiatives simultaneously is also required. FSCA is committed towards increasing the representation of marginalised groups in line with its Employment Equity Plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with short listed candidates and that the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified. Requirements A bachelor’s degree or Computer Science, Business Information Systems or any other equivalent qualification with at least 5 – 7 years working experience in designing, reengineering, implementing and managing business processes and systems or other relevant experience. The candidate must demonstrate ability to develop, document and maintain data flow diagrams, Entity Relationship Diagram (ERD), data modelling and other related diagrams including the designing and documenting detailed information flows. In depth knowledge of Business Analysis Methodology and Business Case Development. Closing Date: 15 December 2023 Work Level Senior Job Type Permanent Salary Market Related EE Position Yes Location Pretoria PLEASE APPLY HERE SENIOR INVESTIGATOR - ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENT (PRETORIA) Reference Number: FSCA08 Description Purpose of the Job: To conduct forensic regulatory investigations within the financial services industry (financial markets, insurance, collective investment schemes, hedge funds, pension funds and financial and advisory services) and to take responsibility for the regulatory and enforcement action, following from such investigations. Persons appointed to these positions will report to the Senior Manager. Key Performance Areas: • Create and execute clear, focused, and efficient investigation plans with reasonable timelines. • Assess complaints and new cases for further action • Conduct quality investigations (gathering all relevant, admissible evidence and proper analysis of the evidence); • Take responsibility for the execution of all enforcement actions, including the drafting of all enforcement documentation presentation to enforcement meetings, debarments, withdrawal of licences and administrative penalties. • Ensure compliance with protocols and procedures, including confidentiality and non-abuse of investigation powers. • Identify and implement methods to improve efficiency and quality. Other Key Competencies: The candidates must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: proven interviewing skills, a confident and decisive approach particularly in difficult situations must be a person with a high level of judgement and integrity; and must be able to carry out duties independently, impartially, and objectively. Candidates must be able to draft investigation reports, with findings properly supported by cross-referenced evidence. FSCA is committed towards increasing the representation of marginalised groups in line with its Employment Equity Plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with short listed candidates and that the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified. Requirements A Legal or Accounting, degree, with at least 10 years’ experience in litigation, prosecution, forensic investigation, or forensic accounting. At least five years of the 10 years’ experience must have been obtained at the FSCA’s Enforcement Department and such experience must be recent. Closing Date: 15 December 2023 Work Level Senior Job Type Permanent Salary Market Related EE Position Yes Location Pretoria PLEASE APPLY HERE
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