Brief description
The main purpose of this position is to develop and refine the Prudential Authority’s (PA) regulatory frameworks that support achieving its prudential mandate as outlined in the Financial Sector Regulation Act 9 of 2017.
Detailed description
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
- Conduct financial sector prudential policy-related research and analysis to monitor and influence the policy positions of international financial sector standard-setting bodies as well as local policy matters set by National Treasury and the legislator.
- Engage National Treasury, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB), financial sector regulators, industry and other stakeholders in support of South Africa’s stance on policy and regulatory matters, with a specific focus on financial technology (fintech).
- Draft prudential policy position papers and regulatory instruments.
- Provide input into and implement the PA’s prudential strategic objectives.
- Analyse the relevance/appropriateness of local and international fintech developments within the context of the PA’s mandate and scope.
- Monitor global prudential policy developments and analyse the impact of these on local regulatory frameworks across the sectors regulated by the PA.
- Adopt and adapt international standards to South African requirements so they are specific to the local environment while also aligned to international criteria.
- Develop and/or refine policy positions and regulatory frameworks on fintech as they relate to banking, insurance, financial market infrastructures, financial inclusion and all other sectors regulated by the PA.
- Represent South Africa and influence international standard-setting bodies.
- Represent the PA in Parliament and other forums on policy matters and legislation.
- Be a custodian of the relevant PA policy processes and related governance processes.
- Coordinate and complete international surveys related to the field of expertise.
- Brief the PA Chief Executive Officer (CEO), heads of department, divisional heads and the Prudential Committee on policy positions related to specialised fintech-related topics.
- Contribute to and/or draft speeches and briefing notes for the PA CEO, Governor, deputy governors and any PA staff member on specialist topics so that the PA/SARB view is represented locally and internationally.
- Coordinate the PA house view in collaboration with the SARB and other regulators.
- Conduct and coordinate ad hoc research on prudential-related topics.
- Take responsibility for the implementation of all future microprudential matters within the PA’s mandate.
Job requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:
- a postgraduate qualification (NQF 8) in Law (preferable), Finance, Accounting, Insurance, Banking or Economics; and
- eight to 10 years’ relevant experience in the financial sector.
Additional requirements include:
- problem-solving and analytical skills;
- planning and organisational skills;
- verbal and written communication skills;
- financial and business acumen;
- the ability to be a self-starter and a strong team player;
- keen attention to detail;
- the ability to maintain confidentiality;
- knowledge and skills in:
- the financial sector;
- corporate governance and risk management practices and standards; and
- international and local fintech developments.
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.
