(1137) Quality Coordinator - CSD

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to implement the Quality Management framework and governance within the South African Reserve Bank (SARB).

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Implement the Quality Management System (QMS) maintenance plan in accordance with ISO 9001.
• Implement the annual Quality awareness programme for Corporate Services Department (CSD).
• Ensure the availability and use of the latest versions of QMS documents in SHEQ and across CSD in conjunction with Business Support Division.
• Coordinate the annual internal review programme (i.e. internal assessments, management reviews) to ensure effective performance evaluations.
• Coordinate and conduct quality inspections and surveillances to ensure compliance with relevant standards at various SARB facilities and projects.
• Prepare and implement SHEQ specifications for SARB projects and services.
• Identify areas of improvement to business processes, improve sustainability and ensure conformance to relevant requirements (standards, policies and procedures) i.e ISO9001 within the SHEQ environment. 
• Conduct Compliance Risk Assessments for all applicable quality standards.
• Identify and provide necessary quality management training and awareness for SARB employees and other identified stakeholders.
• Develop, implement, and maintain QMS templates for contractor management.
• Conduct Contractor/Service Provider evaluations in line with issued specifications and coordinate on site contractor QMS activities.
• Engage with key internal stakeholders and to ensure that reporting requirements and timeframes are met.
• Compile QMS progress updates in various divisional reports, where required.
• Manage QMS non-conformances in line with the appropriate corrective action process.

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• a National Diploma Industrial Engineering (NQF6) OR equivalent
• completed ISO 9001 courses (Any of the following: Requirements/Implementation/ Internal Auditor) are also essential.
• three to five years’ experience in the quality management profession of which at least one to two years’ experience should be in the implementation/maintenance of Quality Management Systems

Additional requirements include:

• ISO 9001, South African National Standards, governance, risk and compliance knowledge and skill
• Construction project management knowledge and skill
• Construction quality control knowledge and skill
• Quality management reporting knowledge and skill   
• Internal and external Quality Audits knowledge and skill
• Quality Management Systems knowledge and skill
• Verbal and written Communication skills
• Client and Stakeholder Focus
• Problem solving and analysis
• Drive for results
• Impact and Influence 
• Resilience
• Emotional intelligence
• Data management and analysis 

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:

The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.

The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.

Financial Stability

The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.

Prudential Regulation

The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.

Financial Markets

Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.

Financial Surveillance

The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.

Payments and Settlements

The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.

Statistics

The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.

Research

Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.

Banknotes and Coin

The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.