Vacancies: Health Information Systems Program South Africa NPC (2003/005786/08)
Location: Hybrid in South Africa
Start Date: As soon as possible
About HISP-SA:
HISP-SA provides a wide range of digital health solutions including clinical decision support, laboratory systems, mobile health, and data management. Our comprehensive suite of healthcare IT solutions improves many lives with a focus on digital transformation. Our purpose is to build better lives with digital solutions.
Governance, Risk and Compliance Officer
The Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Officer is responsible for ensuring that the organization operates within its regulatory framework, mitigating risks, and maintaining an appropriate internal control environment. The role involves overseeing the development and implementation of effective governance structures, risk management strategies, compliance programs, and policies and procedures to secure the integrity and sustainability of HISP-SA.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and monitor compliance programs to ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Develop and implement risk management strategies, policies and procedures to effectively manage risks.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to ensure the organization remains resilient and proactive in managing potential threats.
- Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures for an effective internal control environment.
- Work with senior management to ensure governance standards align with regulatory requirements.
- Monitor governance frameworks and propose enhancements to improve organizational transparency and accountability.
- Provide guidance on regulatory changes and advise management on the impact of these changes on governance structures.
- Identify, assess, and prioritize risks across the organization, including operational, financial, and reputational risks.
- Stay informed about changes in regulatory requirements and ensure timely updates to policies and procedures.
- Chair the Risk Management Committee, a sub-committee of the Management Committee.
- Provide training and guidance to staff on compliance matters, fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and effective risk management.
- Collaborate with departments to integrate risk management practices into daily operations.
- Be a champion for appropriate standards certification (such as ISO accreditation), conduct compliance audits and report findings as required.
Job Requirements:
- Postgraduate qualification in Finance, accounting, business, or economics or studying towards one (CA (SA), SAIPA, ACCA, CIMA etc).
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
- Professional certification in risk management, internal audit or compliance (e.g., CRISC, CISA, CISM, or equivalent).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in governance, risk management, and compliance roles.
- Experience in handling regulatory audits, investigations, and reporting.
- Strong knowledge of local and international regulatory frameworks, risk management principles, and corporate governance best practices.
- Ability to lead, develop and establish effective organisational and digital strategies within a complex, changing environment.
- Public Health knowledge/experience and the ability to act as a mentor/training/facilitation skills will be advantageous.
This position will report to the CEO.
Application Process:
To apply, please complete the following form: Application Form
Applications will close at midnight on 20 November 2024 . Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates.
In evaluating prospective applicants and making the final selection, consideration will be given to HISP-SA’s Employment Equity objectives. Should you not receive correspondence from HISP-SA within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
HISP reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Enquiries:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From R754188,00 per year
Application Questions:
- Strong knowledge of local and international regulatory frameworks.
- Postgraduate qualification in Finance, accounting, business, or economics or studying towards one (CA (SA), SAIPA, ACCA, CIMA etc).
Experience:
- Governance, Risk & Compliance: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CRISC, CISA, CISM, or equivalent (Required)
Application Deadline: 2024/11/20
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