SOUTH AFRICAN REVENUE SERVICES (SARS) VACANCIES

SOUTH AFRICAN REVENUE SERVICES (SARS)

RISK PRACTITIONER

Position Reports to: Ops Manager: Compliance Risk

Division: Taxpayer Engagement Operations

Location: Head Office - Brooklyn

Advert Closing Date: 25 May 2026

About the Position

Join our tax compliance risk team as a Risk Practitioner, where you will assist the business unit in identifying new and emerging tax-related risks and optimising operations through the support of risk mitigation activities. Responsibilities include analysing financial information, identifying trends and potential risks of tax non-compliance, and contributing to informed, risk-based decision-making. This position provides the opportunity to exercise practical judgment, promote process and risk optimisation, and ensure adherence to tax legislation administered by SARS.

If you are analytical, service‑driven, and able to take accountability for quality outputs, this role provides a strong platform to contribute meaningfully to risk management and grow your career within a high‑integrity public service institution.

Job Purpose

To assist and coordinate risk mitigation activities to achieve business objectives.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

National Diploma/Advanced Certificate (NQF Level 6) preferably in Taxation/Accounting/Auditing/Finance/ or related qualification AND 2 - 3 years’ experience within an accounting and tax environment or tax compliance risk environment, of which 1 – 2 years is at a knowledge worker level.

Alternative #

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 5 years’ related experience within an accounting and tax or tax environment or tax compliance risk environment, of which 1 - 2 years is at a technically skilled level.

Minimum Functional Requirements

GOC Confidential - (a) sensitive information, the unlawful disclosure of which may be harmful to the security or national interest of the Republic or could prejudice the Republic in its international relations; (b) Commercial information, the disclosure of which may cause financial loss to an entity or may prejudice an entity in its relations with its clients, competitors, contractors and suppliers. E.g. Taxpayer information
Microsoft skills (Proficient in) i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
Ability to accumulate and analyse information, identify trends and potential risks, and compile reports with clear recommendations to support decision‑making and risk‑based interventions.

Job Outputs:

Process

Accumulate information and provide reports with recommendations applicable to area of specialisation.
Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks.
Be observant and engage on possible violations of procedures and standards of conduct and escalate where necessary.
Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation.
Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs.
Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and SARS role players to achieve predefined objectives.
Effectively plan and schedule own activities to continuously improve quality and service delivery in area of specialisation.
Execute process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change.
Plan and organise own work tasks within specific guidelines given in the said area of work.
Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process, product and risk optimisation.
Take accountability for delivery of contracted work outputs within agreed parameters, quality standards and client service targets.
Use practical and applied knowledge and situational judgement to arrive at decisions.

Governance

Comply to set governance and compliance procedures and processes related to an area of specialisation and continuously identify and escalate risks.
Ensure that completed work adhere to relevant policies, procedures, governance and legislative requirements and report on deviations and discrepancies.

People

Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.

Finance

Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs.

Client

Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.
Ensure own understanding and adherence to customer service delivery and provide specialist support to meet or exceed customer expectations.

Behavioural competencies

Accountability
Analytical thinking
Attention to detail
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Conceptual Ability
Expertise in Context
Fairness and Transparency
Honesty and Integrity
Organisational Awareness
Respect
Trust

Technical competencies

Business Knowledge
Data Collection and Analysis
Efficiency improvement
Events, Meeting or Task Coordination
Functional Policies and Procedures
Reporting
Risk Awareness
Risk Knowledge

Compliance Competency

GOC Confidential

Employment Equity

The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening, case study, pre-assessment, psychometric assessment and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance where applicable.

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SENIOR AUDITOR (FINANCIAL SERVICES)

Position Reports to: Manager: Audit Financial Services

Division: Service & Delivery Large&Inter

Location: Woodmead North Office Park

Advert Closing Date: 29 May 2026

About the Position

In an ever-changing environment, we have built a responsive and agile organisation to give effect to our strategic intent of achieving voluntary compliance. We invite you to be part of the special team that contributes to the collection of revenue, protect the economy and people of South Africa. We believe that your skills, commitment, and dedication will add value and make a difference to the organisation and country. Integrity is key to the organisation.

Job Purpose

To conduct advanced audits of a complex nature with the aim of influencing compliance through raising accurate assessments in line with relevant legislation. Provide technical support to other auditors and utilise tax, corporate and other legislative knowledge and experience to identify tax gaps, avoidance and evasion schemes. Identifies initiatives and necessary changes to legislation to impact compliance levels.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Relevant Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) and 6 years' experience in a tax audit environment including 4 years of audit experience in primary tax types. Experience in Corporate Income Tax, specialised financial products, corporate restructurings, specifically taxation experience in long term insurance, non-life insurance and banking; and mergers & acquisitions transactions environment.

Minimum Functional Requirements

Applicable professional registration at either of the following professional bodies:

South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA)
South African Institute of Taxation (SAIT)
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA)
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
Legal Practice Council (LPC)

Job Outputs:

Process

Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities.
Analyse complex data / evidence, review and confirm identified risks and consideration of additional risks which may relate to the entity being audited, across tax types, across related entities etc.
Analyse transactions of a complex nature across multiple tax types and / or entities and / or groups of related entities which may be based locally or internationally with the aim of understanding the tax implications thereof.
Analyse voluminous information of a complex nature provided at dispute stage and taxpayer complaints logged across the linked and / or related entities and / or groups of entities
Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks.
Be involved in research to identify complex tax risks that may not have been addressed effectively through audit or other interventions. These risks will be referred to Case Selection which may lead to the identification of new audit focus areas e.g. industry, tax specific risks etc.
Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation.
Conduct advanced audits of a complex nature (plan, execute, finalise) in line with relevant Acts / Regulations / Policies / SOPS using SARS systems.
Continuous engagement with Debt Management aimed at optimal collection on liabilities raised through the audit. Conduct a detailed financial and cash flow analysis to support the recommendations which may be used thereafter. Engage the taxpayer regarding the collection of debt with or without the assistance of Debt Management at the finalisation stage of the audit.
Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs.
Draw on own knowledge and experience to diagnose symptoms, causes and possible effects in order to solve emerging problems.
Engagement with Litigation and Dispute management during and post the audit process to address issues relating to the interpretation of relevant legislation e.g., tax, legislation relating to companies etc. This engagement will take cognizance of the outcomes of similar matters, tax court cases and civil court outcomes. The auditor may be required to testify in a civil court on matters of a complex nature.
Identify and escalate enhancements to management on policies, procedures and guides. Auditors are also requested to provide inputs to draft policies and procedures to the product areas e.g., different Tax Types product areas, Process Design and Engineering, etc.
Identify and escalate serious tax offences for potential criminal investigations. The escalation to include a detailed analysis of the facts together with the applicable tax legislation. Engagement between the auditor and the investigator further enhances the handover process. The Auditor may be required to testify in a criminal court.
Identify information required to mitigate audit risks of an advanced and complex nature and engage taxpayers / tax practitioners / third parties both locally and internationally for additional relevant information and clarification.
Identify new and additional complex risks for audit scope expansion, identification of new risks relating to other tax types and related entities for referral to Case Selection for profiling for new audit interventions.
Initiate process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change.
Manage the efficient progress of the audit of linked and/or related entities and/or groups of entities being audited utilising approved systems.
Navigate and extract relevant information from SARS systems and external sources to collect and evaluate risks and compliance to relevant legislation. This relates to information of linked and / or related entities and / or groups of entities which may be based locally or internationally.
Plan for value-added process improvements, initiatives and services to deliver on operational strategy and objectives.
Prepare and issue detailed and relevant communication / reports as required to internal and external stakeholders. Ensure that communication is coordinated and aligned between related audits be it tax types or at an entity level.
Prepare inputs based on analysis and interpretation of facts and legislation, participate and present to relevant Committee. Highlight treatment of audits of similar nature to the relevant Committee to ensure consistent treatment. i.e. Technical Committee, Understatement Committee, Large Assessment Committee, Objections Committee, National Appeals Committee.
Provide inputs and guidance to Account Maintenance on remittance of penalty and interest requests.
Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process, product and risk optimisation
Provide technical support to other Auditors. This may involve conducting research, training and development, and coaching support during an audit or dispute process.
Raise accurate assessments on SARS systems in relation to relevant legislation and ensure that assessments raised on linked and / or related entities and / or groups of entities are aligned from a tax perspective.
Utilise digital information, systems and tools as they become available to address complex advanced audit risks. This may include eCommerce transactions and other digital risks.
Utilise tax, corporate and other legislative knowledge and experience to identify tax gaps, avoidance and evasion schemes. Identify initiatives and changes to required legislation to impact compliance levels.
Where large data files are required to be downloaded, engage Electronic Forensic Services (EFS) to assist. Detail the data required and the risks, to contribute to the identification of required data files and/or additional data.

Governance

Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics processes within area of specialization

People

Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.

Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.

Finance

Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs.

Client

Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service. (I)
Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.
Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.
Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Behavioural competencies

Accountability
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Conceptual Ability
Customer Service
Drive for Results
Expertise in Context
Fairness and Transparency
Honesty and Integrity
Organisational Awareness
Respect
Trust

Technical competencies

Audit Methodology
Business Knowledge
Business Writing Skills
Computer Literacy
Data Collection and Analysis
Efficiency Improvement
Execute, Implement and Follow Through
Financial Acumen
Functional Policies and Procedures
Operational Audit
Planning and Organising
Problem Analysis and Judgement
Quality Orientation
Reporting
Tax Knowledge
Tax Law

Compliance Competency

GOC Confidential

Employment Equity

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SENIOR SPECIALIST: DATA / INFORMATION ARCHITECT (X2)

Position Reports to: Head: Product - Segment Architecture

Division: Enterprise Design-Product&Proc

Location: Head Office – Lehae Block G

Advert Closing Date: 27 January 2026

Contract period: 24 Months

Job Purpose

To provide expertise, advice and support in practice formulation and associated best practice improvement tactics, by being responsible for the application domain as a key domain within the overall enterprise architecture. This entails the design, creation, deployment and management of the organisation's application and software architecture and for defining and modelling the manner in which applications are built/procured, integrated and managed across different environments, for different business purposes to achieve effectively on organisational objectives.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Information Technology, Informatics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering AND a minimum of 8 to 10 years' experience in Information Technology , of which 3-4 years at specialist level

# Alternative

A Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND a minimum of 15 years’ experience in an Information Technology, of which 3-4 years at senior specialist level?

Minimum Functional Requirements

At least 5 years' experience in an Application Architecture discipline.
Experience and knowledge Enterprise Architecture frameworks, Toolsets and MS Office.
Relevant Architecture Certification (Togaf). Modelling and mapping technical skills.

Job Outputs:

Process

Analyse and make recommendations about improvements to specialist systems, procedures, policies and practices. (I)
Contribute to the optimum utilisation of org. resources, advising on effective planning and development of area of specialisation resource plans. (I)
Develop a single practice area in alignment with operational activity and procedural frameworks and ensure tactical implementation. (I)
Draw on own technical or professional expertise, knowledge and experience to identify and recommend tactical solutions to defined problems in practices. (I)
Integrate business information, compare, analyse and produce reports to identify trends, discrepancies and inconsistencies for decision making purposes. (I)
Optimise goal achievement through tactical strategy implementation and optimisation of practises, processes and systems across an internal value chain. (I)
Plan for value-added, continuous practice and system improvements to deliver on objectives to enhance tactical implementation and excellence. (I)
Proactively identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best fit alternatives; best practice implementation solutions. (I)
Recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, practice areas and associated procedures and execute the implementation of change and innovation. (I)
Translate top-down policy, apply modification in relation to own practice area and communicate impact to relevant stakeholders. (I)
Identify and investigate specific technologies, products, methods and techniques to assess their potential benefit to the organisation.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging technology trends and developments in areas of interest to the organisation by reading relevant academic research, publications, suppliers' information, attending conferences, seminars and direct contacts.
Take responsibility for overall applications design methodologies; lead the development of component specifications and detailed designs from applications architectures.
Document rationale for key decisions (e.g. ARB decision records, technology evaluations) and disseminates guidelines to stakeholders.
Coordinate design activity between the application systems administration, application systems engineering and service delivery functions to ensure consistency.
Define application standards, catalogues, policies, capabilities etc. for approval via the appropriate governance structures i.e Architecture Review Board and/or Solution Review Board. Through multiple initiatives, drive the rationalization of the data environment for optimised strategic delivery.
Develop and maintain the Enterprise Application Architecture blueprint and roadmap that defines SARSs target application landscape in line with the Modernisation Programme.
Ensure that applications architectures balance functional, service quality and application system management requirements as indicated by the business strategy requirements.
Establish standardised architecture frameworks, best practices, and design patterns (e.g. promoting interoperability, Digital by Design, security-by-design, reuse of services) to guide development teams.
Produce and curate comprehensive architectural documentation and ensure knowledge sharing of architecture decisions.
Produce multi-year roadmaps for modernising legacy applications (e.g. mainframe and bespoke systems) into modern platforms, ensuring phased implementation plans are aligned with strategic business priorities and emerging technology opportunities.
Provide expert architecture oversight during solution delivery, ensuring that each project design is aligned with the target EA and SARSs modernisation goals and validates that the solutions design incrementally builds towards the desired future state and closes identified capability gaps.

Governance

Develop and /or align governance and compliance policies for own practice area to identify and manage risk exposure liability. (I)
Lead the enforcement of SARSs enterprise architecture governance processes to ensure all application solutions are aligned with SARSs strategic objectives and Modernisation Programme.

People

Integrate new knowledge and transfer skills attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job. (I)
Provide specialist know-how, support, advice and practice thought leadership in area of expertise. (I)

Finance

Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of specialisation. (I)

Client

Develop and ensure implementation of a practice that builds service delivery excellence and encourages others to provide exceptional stakeholder service. (I)
Participate in the specialist practice community and contribute positively to organisation knowledge management. (I)
Provide authoritative, specialist expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders. (I)
Ensure that there are clear engagement models with all stakeholders, and continually and carefully manage relationships with stakeholders.

Behavioural competencies

Accountability (V)
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Conceptual Ability
Expertise in Context
Fairness and Transparency (V)
Honesty and Integrity (V)
Organisational Awareness
Problem Solving and Analysis
Respect (V)
Trust (V)

Technical competencies

Application Development and Maintenance
Business Knowledge
Computer Literacy
Customer Relationship Management
Data Architecture
Data Collection and Analysis
Efficiency improvement
Functional Policies and Procedures
IT Knowledge
IT Project Management
Reporting
Verbal Communication
Enterprise Architecture (IT) Proficient in - (Applied theory).
Break down objects or ideas into simpler parts and find evidence to support generalisations.
Compile component ideas into a new whole or proposed alternative solution.
Can perform the actions associated with the skill without assistance and is recognised within own organisation as "a person to ask" when difficult questions arise regarding this skill.
Focus is on broad issues;
Capable of coaching others;
Participate in senior level discussions regarding this competency;
Has consistently provided ideas and perspectives on process or practice improvements;
Assist in the development of reference and resource materials in this competency.

Compliance Competency

GOC Confidential

Employment Equity

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SENIOR SPECIALIST: SAP FUNCTIONAL (FICA) X1 (FIXED TERM CONTRACT)

Position Reports to: Manager: SAP Functional

Division: Strategy Enab & Modernisation

Location: SARS Head Office, Pretoria

Advert Closing Date: 31 March 2026

About the Position

As a Senior Specialist SAP Functional (FICA), the incumbent will support clients by conducting thorough requirement analysis and providing expert guidance in the configuration, implementation, and ongoing support of SAP FICA and associated modules such as PSCD, TRM, NWBC (Netweaver Business Client), FIORI, BRF+, IDOCs, oData. The role leverages advanced consulting skills, comprehensive business understanding, and SAP solution experience to ensure the seamless integration of SAP technology within the client's business environment, thereby facilitating the achievement of desired business outcomes.

Additionally, the incumbent will be responsible for executing daily tasks in strict adherence to SARS governance processes and procedures, ensuring compliance and the highest standards of operational excellence.

Job Purpose

To provide SAP technology solution expertise, advice and support in practice formulation and associated best practice improvement tactics, in order to enable tactical translation and operational implementation.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) Fields: Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, B‐Com, Finance, Management and Engineering AND at least 8 – 10 years' experience in SAP environment/module (FICA), of which a minimum of 3 - 4 years, at junior specialist level.

Diploma NQF 6 AND at least 10 years' experience in SAP environment/module (FICA), of which 3 - 4 years at a junior specialist level.

#Alternative

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 15 years’ experience in SAP environment/module(FICA) , of which a minimum of 3 - 4 years, at junior specialist level

Minimum Functional Requirements

SAP FICA module analysis, design configuration experience
SAP FICA module functional training or relevant certification e.g. SAP Finance
SAP PSCD or TRM or BRF+ will be added advantages.
Exposure to S4/HANA implementation, Fiori Applications, NWBC and SAP integration solutions (e.g., IDOCs, oData etc) will be added advantages.

Job Outputs:

Process

Perform complex tasks and guidance during implementation, maintenance and support of various SAP modules to enhance business functionality and overall performance, while maintaining customer satisfaction.
Close communication with functional teams /designers, understand the requirements from provided functional designs and transform these requirements into the technical designs
Analyse and Review requirements, perform configuration and testing in various SAP Modules, such as Finance, Contract Accounting, Revenue Management, etc.
Perform in-depth analysis of the current business processes and scenarios of the client then recommend or configure solutions to meet the client’s needs
Responsible for successful implementation of SAP, providing in-depth functional knowledge, and advice on SAP products to clients.
Provide expert knowledge of industry best practices and recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, policies and procedures, and execute the implementation of change and innovation initiated by the organisation.
Acts as liaison with client for troubleshooting: investigate, analyse, and solve critical SAP functional and application problems and map client business requirements, processes and objectives; develop necessary product modifications to satisfy clients' needs.
Maintain a working knowledge of the organization and adheres to all organizational standards
Plan maintenance of current system solutions for various SAP Modules, such as Finance, Contract Accounting, Revenue Management, etc.
Contribute to high productivity and motivation of working team with the use of your communication skills and cooperation; reach and realize project aims and outputs
Review documentation for approval of all work tasks (definition) based on BRS and ensure adherence to SAP Support SDLC
Incident Resolution for Severity 1 and 2 issues and assist with Business escalations for issues raised
Plan, Design work classes and plan production release deployments
Conduct assessments and use information to advise, make recommendations and facilitate improvement.
Ensure maintenance of current system solutions.
Perform moderate to complex configuration activities specifically on SAP.

Governance

Develop and/or align governance and compliance policies for own practice area to identify and manage risk exposure liability.

People

Integrate new knowledge and transfer skills attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.
Provide specialist know-how, support, advice and practice thought leadership in area of expertise.

Finance

Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of specialisation.

Client

Develop & ensure implementation of a practice that builds service delivery excellence & encourage others to provide exceptional stakeholder service.
Participate in the specialist practice community and contribute positively to organisation knowledge management.
Provide authoritative, specialist expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Behavioural competencies

Accountability
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Adaptability
Building Sustainability
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Conceptual Ability
Customer Service
Fairness and Transparency
Honesty and Integrity
Trust
Organisational Awareness
Respect

Technical competencies

Computer Literacy
Functional Policy and Procedure
IT Knowledge
Customer Relationship Management
System Thinking
Problem Solving
Verbal Communication

Compliance Competency

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Employment Equity

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SPECIALIST: NETWORK ENGINEER (FTC)

Position Reports to: Senior Specialist Network Engineer

Division: Strategy Enab & Modernisation

Location: Head Office Pretoria

Advert Closing Date: 24 April 2026

Contract Ending Date: 31 March 2028

About the Position

SARS is searching for a Network Specialist that will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and efficient network infrastructure (LAN, WAN and Cloud) to support organizational operations. Key functional areas include network administration, security management support, performance monitoring, hardware and software configuration, and user support. This role involves troubleshooting connectivity issues, optimizing system performance, and ensuring seamless communication across various platforms. The specialist also collaborates with IT teams to enforce security protocols and provide technical assistance, ultimately contributing to the reliability and scalability of the company’s information systems.

The Network Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and efficient network infrastructure to support organisational operations. Key functional areas include network administration, security management, performance monitoring, hardware and software configuration, and user support.

Job Purpose

To provide specialist technical skills to support the optimal management and operation of all Data and Voice communication related infrastructure in the production environment and development environment. Management of high-level projects and programs within all network areas as well as line management, technology and architecture approval, vendor management and 3rd level technical assistance on all problems, incidents and changes

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) BCom Computer Science or similar and 5 - 7 years’ experience in LAN and WAN, of which 2 - 3 years is at a functional specialist level AND additional Minimum Functional Requirements below.

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND Relevant IT Qualification (s) / Certification (s) - CCNP/CCIE certification or similar and 5 -7 years’ experience in LAN and WAN of which 2 - 3 years is at a functional specialist level AND additional Minimum Functional Requirements below.

ALTERNATIVE #

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 10 years of experience in LAN and WAN of which 2 - 3 years is at a functional specialist level AND additional Minimum Functional Requirements below.

Minimum Functional Requirements

Proven practical experience with network design, network security principles, and general networking best practices.
IP routing and switching expert; and CCNP/CCIE certification.
Proficient in the following technologies: Extensive technical knowledge of Routers, Wi-Fi Access Point, Switches (Including Data Centre Technology), Firewalls, LAN Cabling, Network Management Systems, Protocols, Network Probes and Network Load Balancers.
Broad IT Network Knowledge.
Cloud Network Services (IAAS) practical experience.

Job Outputs:

Process

Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities.
Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks.
Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation.
Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs.
Draw on own knowledge and experience to diagnose symptoms, causes and possible effects in order to solve emerging problems.
Initiate process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change.
Plan for value-added process improvements, initiatives and services to deliver on operational strategy and objectives.
Execute specialist input through investigation &opportunities within the product process including risk concern.
Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process product and risk optimisation.
Responsible for managing the co-ordination, configuration, installation, and management of multiple network types (WAN, LAN, wireless, satellite, telephony, internetworking) and related client services with the enterprise.
Responsible for building and implementing specific network architectures.
Proactively researches and locates necessary tools and processes to identify and proactively avert troublesome trends as they develop.
Ensures a stable performance environment for the enterprise communication system.
Participates in various IT projects intended to continually improve/upgrade the telecommunications infrastructure.
Provide and maintain appropriate network management tools and resources to troubleshoot IT infrastructure problems and outages.
Engage with vendors as necessary to resolve network faults and performance issues, Support for the network infrastructures only.
Using appropriate tools and resources to troubleshoot network infrastructure problems and outages.
Contribute fully as an active team member and ensure personal and team objectives are achieved.
Deliver assistance to Senior Network Engineers
Initiate, update, approve and maintain knowledge articles for all network domains.

Governance

Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics processes within area of specialisation.

People

Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.
Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.

Finance

Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs.

Client

Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.
Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Behavioural competencies

Accountability
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Building Sustainability
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Conceptual Ability
Fairness and Transparency
Honesty and Integrity
Organizational Awareness
Problem Solving and Analysis
Respect
Trust
Teamwork

Technical competencies

Computer Literacy
Functional Policies and Procedures
IT Knowledge
IT Systems
Reporting
Stress Management
Technical Expertise
IT Architecture
SARS Systems Products
Telecommunications
IT Resources Planning and Evaluation
Verbal Communication

Compliance Competency

Quality Management
Networking & Communications
Service Level Management
Problem Management
Risk Management
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SEN. SPECIALIST: SAP BASIS

Position Reports to: Manager: SAP Basis

Division: Technology Modernisation and Development

Location: Brooklyn, Pretoria

Advert Closing Date: 31 May 2026

Wanted

SARS is looking for a highly skilled and experienced, results driven, senior specialist SAP Basis individual with sound judgement and strong business acumen who will contribute towards our higher purpose and service delivery. S/he will need to be an innovative individual, with deep experience in the emerging technologies and a strong future orientation. The individual must be able to design systems landscape, install, configure, upgrade, and troubleshoot SAP systems according to specifications and business requirements. Help add value to the team and organisation through effective and proactive contribution to the day-to-day supporting activities. Broad understanding of all facets of Information Technology including SDLC. Understanding of diverse set of technologies including Unix/Linux operating system (e.g. RedHat) knowledge, SAP HANA and Sybase database administration, Single Sign On, Fiori, SAP BTP and other Cloud solutions (e.g. SuccessFactors, ARIBA). Knowledge of Infrastructure Cloud Platforms like MS Azure, AWS, Google will be an advantage.

Job Purpose

To support clients with expert requirement analysis and systems configuration, implementation, and support of SAP solutions in various modules. This role uses consulting skills, business knowledge, and SAP solution experience to effectively integrate SAP technology into the clients business environment in order to achieve client expected business results.

Functional Requirements

Solid SAP Basis experience across different SAP Modules
Strong SAP HANA and ASE database administration skills
At least 3 full implementations or upgrades of SAP ECC or S/4HANA environments
SAP Basis on HANA certification is an advantage
SAP RISE or Public Cloud (e.g. SuccessFactors, ARIBA) is an advantage

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) AND a minimum 8 years’ experience and knowledge of SAP Basis. Fields of study: Information Tech, Computer Science, B‐Com, Finance, Management and Engineering.

Diploma NQF 6 AND at least 10 years’ experience and knowledge of SAP Basis

#Alternative

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 10 plus years’ experience and knowledge of SAP Basis

Job Outputs:

Process

Perform complex tasks and guidance during implementation, maintenance and support of various SAP modules to enhance business functionality and overall performance, while maintaining customer satisfaction.
Close communication with functional teams /designers, understand the requirements from provided functional designs and transform these requirements into the technical designs
Analyse and Review requirements, perform configuration and testing in various SAP Modules, such as Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Security, Revenue Management, Governance and Application Lifecycle Management, Cloud Solutions, etc.
Perform in depth analysis of the current business processes and scenarios of the client then recommend or configure solutions to meet the client’s needs
Responsible for successful implementation of SAP, providing in depth functional knowledge, and advice on SAP products to clients
Provide expert knowledge of industry best practices and recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, policies and procedures, and execute the implementation of change and innovation initiated by the organisation.
Acts as liaison with client for troubleshooting: investigate, analyse, and solve critical SAP functional and application problems and map client business requirements, processes and objectives; develop necessary product modifications to satisfy clients' needs.
Maintain a working knowledge of the organization and adheres to all organizational standards
Plan maintenance of current system solutions for various SAP Modules, such as Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Security, Revenue Management, Governance and Application Lifecycle Management, Cloud Solutions, etc.
Contribute to high productivity and motivation of working team with the use of your communication skills and cooperation; reach and realize project aims and outputs
Review documentation for approval of all work tasks (definition) based on BRS and ensure adherence to SAP Support SDLC
Incident Resolution for Severity 1 and 2 issues and assist with Business escalations for issues raised
Plan, Design work classes and plan production release deployments
Analyse and make recommendations about improvements to specialist systems, procedures and associated area's practice.
Develop a single practice area in alignment with operational activity and procedural frameworks and ensure tactical implementation.
Draw on own technical or professional expertise, knowledge & experience to identify & recommend tactical solutions to defined problems in practices.
Integrate business information, compare, analyse & produce reports to identify trends, discrepancies & inconsistencies for decision making purposes.
Optimise goal achievement through tactical strategy implementation and optimisation on of practises, processes & systems across an internal value chain.
Plan for value-added, continuous practice & system improvements to deliver on objectives to enhance tactical implementation and excellence.

Governance

Develop and/or align governance and compliance policies for own practice area to identify and manage risk exposure liability.
People
Integrate new knowledge and transfer skills attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.
Provide specialist know-how, support, advice and practice thought leadership in area of expertise.

People

Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.
Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job. (I)

Finance

Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of specialisation.

Client

Develop & ensure implementation of a practice that builds service delivery excellence & encourage others to provide exceptional stakeholder service.
Participate in the specialist practice community and contribute positively to organisation knowledge management.
Provide authoritative, specialist expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.
Build professional relationships with clients, management and team members to ensure delivery of proposed solutions, support for development of business possibilities and for personal development

Behavioural competencies

Accountability
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Adaptability
Building Sustainability
Business Knowledge
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Conceptual Ability
Customer Service
Fairness and Transparency
Honesty and Integrity
Organisational Awareness
Respect
Trust

Technical competencies

Functional Policies and Procedures
Computer Literacy
IT Knowledge
Customer Relationship Management
System Thinking
Problem Analysis and Judgement
Verbal Communication
Business Knowledge
Business IT Systems
Written Communication
Technical Analysis
Application Configuration & Optimization
Systems Architecture
Customer Service Tech
Problem Management

Compliance Competency

GOC Confidential

Employment Equity

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PRINCIPAL SPECIALIST: TECHNICAL CONSULTING (PRINCIPAL IT SECURITY)

Position Reports to: Manager: Cyber Analytics (CAT)

Division: Strategy Enablement & Modernisation

Location: Head Office Pretoria

Advert Closing Date: 31 May 2026

Contract end date: 31 March 2028.

About the Position

SARS is seeking a senior, business aligned Principal Consultant to lead the secure design, review and modernisation of application and platform services across the enterprise. This role embeds security throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), enables the secure implementation of new and modernised services, optimises existing security controls, and ensures that digital initiatives meet both business objectives and security requirements.

The successful candidate will operate at enterprise and solution level, partnering with business, enterprise architecture, delivery and operations teams to translate business needs into secure, fit for purpose technical requirements, designs and specifications

Job Purpose

To develop implementation plans and provide strategic leadership advice in multiple projects, technologies and technical consulting strategies, in order to achieve overall organisational objectives.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Honours / Postgraduate Diploma (NQF 8) IT, Computer Science or Similar AND 10-12 years ‘IT Security Architecture plus extensive experience in operating at enterprise or multi programme level within complex environments, of which 6-8 years is at a Senior Specialist level

Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma IT, Computer Science or Similar (NQF 7) with Cybersecurity or architecture certification (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CCSP, TOGAF Security) AND 12 - 15 years’ IT Security Architecture experience plus extensive experience in operating at enterprise or multi programme level within complex environments, of which 6-8 years is at a Senior Specialist level

Minimum Functional Requirements

• Secure SDLC frameworks and controls across design, build, test, release and operate phases

• Application and solution security architecture for on premise, hybrid and modern platforms

• Security requirements definition, threat modelling and design assurance

• API, integration and data security principles

• Platform and application hardening standards

• Security control optimisation and rationalisation

• Working knowledge of containerisation and modern application platforms

• Alignment to enterprise architecture, security and governance frameworks

(Product specific experience is advantageous but not mandatory.)

Job Outputs:

Process

To provide principal level cybersecurity consulting and architecture leadership by governing SDLC security practices, enabling secure digital services, optimising cybersecurity controls, and supporting enterprise modernisation initiatives in support of SARS’ strategic and operational objectives.
Review and govern SDLC security controls, standards and patterns across delivery teams
Define and maintain secure design principles, reference architectures and security guardrails
Translate business and operational requirements into clear, testable security requirements and technical specifications
Provide security architecture assurance for new and modernised digital services
Identify opportunities to optimise, rationalise and modernise existing security controls
Embed security by design and security by default practices into delivery and transformation initiatives
Analyse and make recommendations about improvements to specialist systems, procedures, policies and practices.
Contribute to the optimum utilisation of org. resources, advising on effective planning and development of area of specialisation resource plans.
Develop multiple practices in alignment with operational policy and procedural frameworks, supporting tactical development and excellence.
Draw on own technical or professional expertise, knowledge & experience to identify & recommend tactical solutions to defined problems in practices.
Influence and communicate across business areas impacted by practice area to minimise resistance and ensure on-boarding of new thinking.
Integrate business information, compare, analyse & produce reports to identify trends, discrepancies & inconsistencies for decision making purposes.
Optimise goal achievement through tactical strategy development and optimisation of practises, processes & systems across an internal value chain.
Plan for value-added, continuous multiple practice and system improvement optimisation to deliver on objectives and to enhance tactical excellence.
Proactively identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best fit alternatives; developing best practice solutions.
Recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, practice areas and associated procedures and execute the implementation of change and innovation.
Translate top down policy, apply modification in relation to own practice area and communicate impact to relevant stakeholders.
Provide support to integration projects by applying the required specialised skills in terms of architecture, data, design, services, processes, monitoring and patterns.
Ability to apply multi-skilled capabilities to influence, identify and resolve complex issues in the IT environment.
Engage with relevant stakeholders and establish operational and IT transformational demand.
Successfully deliver projects, impactful improvements initiatives & business as usual enhancements, improve effectiveness, service and productivity.

Governance

Define, review and enforce secure SDLC and architecture governance controls
Ensure alignment with enterprise security, architecture and risk management frameworks
Develop and/or align governance and compliance policies for own practice area to identify and manage risk exposure liability.

People

Act as a principal consultant and mentor, providing thought leadership on secure design and modernisation
Influence delivery, architecture and operational teams through expertise and advisory leadership
Integrate new knowledge and transfer skills attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.
Provide specialist know-how, support, advice and practice thought leadership in area of expertise.

Finance

Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of specialisation.

Client

Develop & ensure implementation of a practice that builds service delivery excellence & encourage others to provide exceptional stakeholder service.
Participate in the specialist practice community and contribute positively to organisation knowledge management.
Provide authoritative, specialist expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Behavioural competencies

Accountability
Adaptability
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Building Sustainability
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Conceptual Ability
Customer Service
Fairness and Transparency
Honesty and Integrity
Organisational Awareness
Problem Solving and Analysis
Respect
Trust

Technical competencies

Application Development and Maintenance
Business Knowledge
Creative and Innovative Thinking
Efficiency improvement
Functional Policies and Procedures
IT Knowledge
Knowledge of IT Governance and Business
Policy analysis
Reporting
System Thinking
Technical Expertise

Compliance Competency

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Employment Equity

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PRINCIPAL SPECIALIST: TECHNICAL CONSULTING (CYBERSECURITY ARCHITECT) FTC

Position Reports to: Manager: Cyber Analytics (CAT)

Division: Strategy Enablement & Modernisation

Location: Head Office Pretoria

Advert Closing Date: 31 May 2026

Contract end date: 31 March 2028.

About the Position

As a digitally enabled tax and customs revenue authority, SARS is strengthening its capability to design and secure modern digital platforms. This role is focused on architecting secure infrastructure and platforms for AI-enabled solutions, enterprise case management systems, and taxpayer-facing digital portals.

The successful candidate will be a senior cybersecurity architect who operates at enterprise scale, shaping security-by-design outcomes across complex, high-availability environments. The role goes beyond operational tooling and focuses on architecture, secure platform design, and strategic advisory, ensuring that confidentiality, integrity, availability, and regulatory compliance are embedded from design through to implementation.

Job Purpose

To develop implementation plans and provide strategic leadership advice in multiple projects, technologies and technical consulting strategies, in order to achieve overall organisational objectives.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Honours / Postgraduate Diploma (NQF 8) IT, Computer Science or Similar AND 10-12 years' experience in Enterprise IT Security Architecture, of which 6-8 years is at a Senior specialist level / Architect level.

ALTERNATIVE #

Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma IT, Computer Science or Similar (NQF 7) with Cybersecurity or architecture certification (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CCSP, TOGAF Security) AND 12 - 15 years’ IT Security Architecture experience of which 6-8 years is at a Senior Specialist level/Architect level.

Minimum Functional Requirements

• Enterprise Cybersecurity Architecture (conceptual, logical, and physical levels)

• Secure infrastructure design for AI and data platforms (data protection, access control, encryption, model security)

• Security architecture for web applications, portals, APIs, and digital channels

• Integration security covering APIs, messaging, RPC, file transfer, and service-based architectures

• Identity and Access Management (IAM), including privileged access and federation

• Secure network and platform architecture (on prem, hybrid, and cloud-ready designs)

• Application and platform security principles (OWASP, Zero Trust, defence-in-depth)

Relevant IT certification:

Cybersecurity or architecture certification (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CCSP, TOGAF Security)

Job Outputs:

Process

To provide enterprise-level cybersecurity architecture and technical consulting leadership within the IT Security Operations division by designing secure infrastructure, platforms, and integration patterns that support, AI and advanced analytics platforms, enterprise case management systems, Secure, scalable taxpayer digital portals
Design secure end to end architectures for AI platforms, case management systems, and taxpayer portals, with consideration for operational security requirements
Define security architecture standards, patterns, and reference architectures that can be effectively implemented and supported within an IT Security Operations environment
Embed security controls into infrastructure, application, and integration designs to support monitoring, detection, and response capabilities
Conduct architecture risk assessments and provide remediation guidance aligned to operational risk management practices
Provide authoritative cybersecurity architecture advice to delivery teams, IT Security Operations, and other stakeholders
Influence solution design decisions to ensure security, resilience, and operational supportability
Translate cybersecurity policy, regulatory, and operational requirements into practical, supportable designs
Ensure solution architectures are aligned with IT Security Operations capabilities, including incident response, threat detection, vulnerability management, and continuous monitoring
Collaborate with IT Security Operations teams to ensure architectures support effective security operations, logging, alerting, and forensic readiness
Support the operationalization of security controls by ensuring clear handover from design to build and run phases
Analyse and make recommendations about improvements to specialist systems, procedures, policies and practices.
Contribute to the optimum utilisation of org. resources, advising on effective planning and development of area of specialisation resource plans.
Develop multiple practices in alignment with operational policy and procedural frameworks, supporting tactical development and excellence.
Draw on own technical or professional expertise, knowledge & experience to identify & recommend tactical solutions to defined problems in practices.
Influence and communicate across business areas impacted by practice area to minimise resistance and ensure on-boarding of new thinking.
Integrate business information, compare, analyse & produce reports to identify trends, discrepancies & inconsistencies for decision making purposes.
Optimise goal achievement through tactical strategy development and optimisation of practises, processes & systems across an internal value chain.
Plan for value-added, continuous multiple practice and system improvement optimisation to deliver on objectives and to enhance tactical excellence.
Proactively identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best fit alternatives; developing best practice solutions.
Recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, practice areas and associated procedures and execute the implementation of change and innovation.
Translate top down policy, apply modification in relation to own practice area and communicate impact to relevant stakeholders.
Provide support to integration projects by applying the required specialised skills in terms of architecture, data, design, services, processes, monitoring and patterns.
Ability to apply multi-skilled capabilities to influence, identify and resolve complex issues in the IT environment.
Engage with relevant stakeholders and establish operational and IT transformational demand.
Successfully deliver projects, impactful improvements initiatives & business as usual enhancements, improve effectiveness, service and productivity.

Governance

Develop and/or align governance and compliance policies for own practice area to identify and manage risk exposure liability.

People

Engage business, IT, and IT Security Operations teams to ensure security requirements are understood, adopted, and operationally supported
Support digital transformation initiatives through trusted security architecture leadership within an IT Security Operations context
Integrate new knowledge and transfer skills attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.
Provide specialist know-how, support, advice and practice thought leadership in area of expertise.

Finance

Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of specialisation.

Client

Develop & ensure implementation of a practice that builds service delivery excellence & encourage others to provide exceptional stakeholder service.
Participate in the specialist practice community and contribute positively to organisation knowledge management.
Provide authoritative, specialist expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Behavioural competencies

Accountability
Adaptability
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Building Sustainability
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Conceptual Ability
Customer Service
Fairness and Transparency
Honesty and Integrity
Organisational Awareness
Problem Solving and Analysis
Respect
Trust

Technical competencies

Application Development and Maintenance
Business Knowledge
Creative and Innovative Thinking
Efficiency improvement
Functional Policies and Procedures
IT Knowledge
Knowledge of IT Governance and Business
Policy analysis
Reporting
System Thinking
Technical Expertise

Compliance Competency

GOC Secret

Employment Equity

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VALIDATOR AUTHORISED ECONOMIC OPERATOR

Position Reports to: Lead: Accreditation

Division: Taxpayer Engagement Operations

Location: P166 Cape Town, Western Cape

Advert Closing Date: 25 May 2026

About the Position

If you have a keen analytical mind, unwavering integrity, and a passion to help build secure, compliant, and trusted supply chains, then please read on. SARS is on the lookout for a talented Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Validator with exceptional analytical insight and a collaborative mindset, comfortable working in a team. The AEO programme exists to strengthen the security and integrity of our supply chains by partnering with industry to ensure that trusted traders meet the highest standards of compliance and security, thereby fostering trust, facilitating trade flows, and aligning South Africa with international frameworks like the WCO SAFE Framework.

Job Purpose

To plan and conduct multiple Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) risk-based validations in the most effective way applying the appropriate AEO validation procedures and techniques correctly and ensuring compliance with established criteria. Report on findings, including making recommendations for compliance to the relevant acts and WCO SAFE Framework of Standard, in order to promote voluntary compliance. Understanding the risk implications across the trader/economic operator supply chain, in compliance with all legislative requirements.

Education and Experience

Relevant Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) and 5 – 7 years’ Customs & Excise experience, of which 2 – 3 years at a technically skilled level.

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) and 10 years related Customs & Excise experience, of which 2 - 3 years at a technically skilled level.

Additional Technical Competencies

Knowledge of the AEO criteria (A to M), as set out in the Self-Assessment Questionnaire;
Knowledge of the national AEO programme (legal background; benefits, eligibility requirements; suspension and removal policies, etc.);
Knowledge of Customs legislation, including Customs procedures and regimes and other legislation to be applied by Customs;
Knowledge of the Revised Kyoto Convention, the SAFE Framework, and the history of the AEO concept;
Knowledge of audit and computer-assisted auditing packages and techniques;
Knowledge of book-keeping and IT applications for financial accounting and reporting; Knowledge of safety and security programmes of other government or inter-governmental agencies (for example Regulated Agent/Known Consignor, and ISPS Code);
Knowledge of relevant commercial standards and certifications (for example ISO, BASC and TAPA);
Knowledge of bilateral or multilateral treaty obligations and local cultures.

Job Outputs:

Process

Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities.
Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks.
Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation.
Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs.
Draw on own knowledge and experience to diagnose symptoms, causes and possible effects in order to solve emerging problems.
Initiate process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change.
Plan for value-added process improvements, initiatives and services to deliver on operational strategy and objectives.
Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process, product and risk optimisation.
Prepare for validation through collecting and analysing information, assess related risks, prepare validation plan by applying practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures.
Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of validation report work output and draw finding and the conclusions.
Execute specialist input through developing and implementing validation procedures aligning to the validated industry.
Conduct site visits to verify the economic operator's compliance with the AEO criteria. Obtain and verify any supporting documentation, establish, record, observe, evaluate and test the applicants' procedures.
Complete a report covering the checks carried out and the conclusions that are drawn; and recommend whether the authorization should be granted or refused based on the findings and conclusions of the validation.
Execute specialist input through a site visit to verify compliance against criteria validated for (AE Compliance; Safety and Security).
Initiate process and procedural change and provide guidelines and support related to validation findings.
Liaise with entities (AEO Applicant) in order to resolve CIPs and related queries and questions within agreed timelines.
Analyse information to generate ideas, plans, options to monitor and re-validate compliance based on the compliance improvement plan.
Provide expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders / companies regarding SAFE framework of standards, AEO programme and validation processes.
Educate clients on the SA AEO programme requirements in line with domestic and international best practice.
Ability to take an unprejudiced approach with regard to the integrity and trustworthiness of economic operators.
Review the business operations to evaluate process and procedure against the programme criteria.
Provide specialist input to manage national improvement initiatives on Validations matters to ensure best practices.
Conduct complimentary research and document findings on AEO trends.

Governance

Implement and provide input into the development of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics processes within area of specialisation.

People

Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.
Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.

Finance

Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs.

Client

Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.
Provide authoritative, specialist services, expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Behavioural competencies

Accountability
Analytical thinking
Attention to detail
Commitment to continuous learning
Conceptual Ability
Expertise in Context
Fairness and Transparency
Honesty and Integrity
Organisational Awareness
Respect
Trust

Technical competencies

Audit (Customs EU Framework)
Border Control Management
Business Knowledge
Control of Goods (Customs EU Framework)
Customer Relationship Management
Customs Knowledge
Data Collection and Analysis
Economic Operators Management (Customs EU Framework)
Efficiency Improvement
Functional Policies and Procedures
Prohibitions and Restrictions (Customs EU Framework)
Reporting
Supply Chain Operations (Customs EU Framework)
Tariff and Classification (Customs EU Framework)
Valuation (Customs EU Framework)

Compliance Competency

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