Compliance Specialist - Operations

Technology Innovation Agency; Pretoria; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Technology Innovation Agency is seeking a Compliance Specialist - Operations in Pretoria. This role involves reviewing compliance submissions, coordinating risk management efforts, and ensuring adherence to internal policies and regulations. Candidates should possess auditing qualifications and relevant experience in compliance, especially within a larger firm setting.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years auditing/compliance experience in a medium to large firm required.
• Preferred: More than 5 years in a public firm within a development finance institution.

Responsibilities

• Review finance submissions for compliance to policies and regulations.
• Coordinate with departments to ensure effective compliance measures.
• Document and monitor compliance review findings.

Skills

Compliance Risk Management

Auditing

Stakeholder Collaboration

Regulatory Interpretation

Education

Internal auditing qualification or BCom in Accounting/Auditing/Risk Management

Job description

Job Title: Compliance Specialist - Operations

Job Location: Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline: June 16, 2025

Qualifications

• Minimum: An internal auditing qualification or an undergraduate degree (BCom) in accounting, auditing, or risk management.

Work Experience

• Minimum: 4-5 years of auditing/compliance experience in a medium to large firm.
• Preferred: More than 5 years of auditing/compliance experience in a medium to large public firm within a development finance institution.

Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Review submissions to the Finance department before payments related to the organization's investments/grants are processed to ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, project plans, budgets, laws, and regulations.
• Review submissions related to TIA’s suppliers, independent consultants, and other providers.
• Identify compliance risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.

Stakeholder Perspective

• Collaborate with stakeholders during compliance reviews to support risk management and organizational targets.
• Discuss review findings with TIA management as appropriate.
• Coordinate with departments to ensure compliance measures are in place and effective.
• Support business units in implementing corrective actions and strengthening controls.

Internal Business Process

• Review contracts and governance documents for compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Compile review reports to aid decision-making and investigate compliance issues.
• Identify internal control weaknesses and recommend improvements.
• Interpret applicable laws, regulations, and industry guidelines.
• Document, track, and monitor compliance review findings and follow-up actions.
• Record information accurately in relevant systems.

Learning & Improvement

• Maintain a non-compliances register and identify areas for improvement.
• Submit monthly compliance review reports to senior officials.
• Provide compliance awareness training based on lessons learned.
• Understand and achieve KPAs as per Performance Agreements.
• Review performance standards and pursue continuous improvement and development opportunities.