Executive: Legal, Risk, Compliance and Regulatory - E4

QUALIFICATIONS Matric Certificate (NQF 4) Postgraduate Qualification in Law (NQF 8) Postgraduate Qualification in Management/Business Administration/Public Administration/Governance would be an added advantage. Master of Laws (NQF 9), preferably in Maritime Law would be an added advantage PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION Admission as an Attorney or an Advocate of High Court of South Africa Relevant certifications in the following areas would be an added advantage: - Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) - Combined Assurance - Corporate Governance (King IV aligned) - ISO Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) - Compliance or Regulatory Management EXPERIENCE Ten (10) years’ relevant experience in Legal, Compliance and Regulatory in the public sector. Five (5) years Senior Management experience in Legal, Compliance and Regulatory. One (1) Executive Management experience would be an added advantage. Experience in enterprise legal advisory, regulatory frameworks, and policy governance, including the interpretation of complex legislation and its translation into practical governance and policy frameworks. Proven experience in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Combined Assurance, including enterprise-wide risk integration and reporting to EXCO. Knowledge of Risk Management and Governance or Public Administration Experience in compliance, corporate governance, ethics, and audit processes, with exposure to regulatory audits, investigations, and statutory or policy development processes. Experience in security governance. Experience in overseeing strategic research is advantageous. Experience in integrated management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001) at a governance and assurance level. FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Sound knowledge of corporate governance frameworks (e.g., King IV) and public sector legislation (e.g., PFMA, Treasury Regulations) Knowledge of enterprise risk management (ERM) and Combined Assurance principles Understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks, including policy development and legislative processes Knowledge of compliance, ethics, and audit practices within regulated environments Understanding of ISO and SHEQ management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001) Knowledge of organisational security, resilience, and risk integration practices Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex risks and governance issues Ability to interpret legislation and translate it into practical policies and frameworks Effective strategic thinking and decision-making capability at an enterprise level Strong reporting and presentation skills, including engagement with EXCO Advanced stakeholder engagement and influencing skills across internal and external environments Ability to integrate multiple governance functions (legal, risk, compliance, security, ISO) into a cohesive framework ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ TERM OF APPOINTMENT The Executive: Legal, Risk, Compliance and Regulatory s hall be appointed for a fixed-term of five (5) years , subject to the terms and conditions of appointment as determined by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA). ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- As we are committed to Employment Equity in our employment practices, it is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our Equity objectives. Preference will be given to African Females to achieve the objectives of Employment Equity. CLOSING DATE: 10 NOVEMBER 2026 For any related queries regarding this position, please contact Ms Zanele Zwane at 012 366 2600. Please note: SAMSA reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered. Psychometric and other assessments may be used as part of the selection process and all shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for the tests. If you have not been contacted within 2 months of the closing date as mentioned above, kindly deem your application unsuccessful.