Principal: Strategic Portfolio Management

Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA); Midrand; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Midrand is seeking a Principal: Strategic Portfolio Management to enhance its capability in managing credit and enterprise-level risks. The role involves aligning investment activities with strategic objectives and supporting the Chief Risk Officer. Ideal candidates will have experience in portfolio analytics and risk strategy.

Responsibilities

• Enhance the Bank's ability to manage credit and enterprise-level risks.
• Ensure alignment of credit and investment activities with strategic objectives.
• Support the Chief Risk Officer in promoting portfolio resilience.

Job description

The Principal: Strategic Portfolio Management plays a critical role in enhancing the DBSA’s ability to manage credit and enterprise-level risks across its investment portfolio. This role ensures that the credit and investment activities of the Bank are aligned with its strategic objectives, risk appetite, and developmental mandate. Operating at the intersection of portfolio analytics, enterprise risk strategy, and governance, the role supports the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) in promoting portfolio resilience, capital efficiency, and credit soundness.