Compliance Specialist – General
| Closing Date | 2025/11/19 |
| Reference Number | RAN251105-2 |
| Job Title | Compliance Specialist – General |
| Portfolio | Regulatory and Compliance |
| Job Type Classification | Permanent |
| Location – Country | South Africa |
| Location – Province | Gauteng |
| Location – Town / City | JHB |
| Location – Site | Rietvlei |
| Job Advert Summary | Rand Water is looking for a Compliance Specialist to provide specialist functional support to the Compliance Division on responsibilities relating to implementation of the compliance risk management. |
| Minimum Requirements | Degree in law, audit or a related field A minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in a compliance role Compliance, Legal or Audit background Postgraduate qualification in the relevant field would be an added advantage Professional Membership or ability to be a member with Compliance Institute of Southern Africa or any other relevant professional membership Experience in State Owned Enterprise compliance would be an added advantage Experience in the water sector would be an added advantage |
| Primary Duties | Conduct regulatory and compliance annual risk assessment; Consolidating reporting of organizational compliance issues; Compile compliance strategy and compliance risks; Develop a compliance coverage plan; Monitor and report on the Rand Water’s adherence to statutory laws, legislative requirements, standard operating procedures and in-house policies and procedures; Collaborate with business in developing action plans to respond to regulatory changes and to address shortfalls in compliance; Provide compliance monitoring and to the Supply Chain Management Bid Committees; Champion resolution of compliance issues; Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk exposure; Identify inherent business risk areas for non-compliance and develop policies to manage and mitigate risks; Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness and quality assurance of compliance procedures, systems and controls; Liaise with executive management and shareholder via the relevant established governance structure with regards to the Rand Water’s compliance reporting; Promote a compliance culture within the organization and its subsidiaries; Preparation and presenting reports to the governance structure; Manage, supervise and execute the Compliance Coverage Plan; Manage staff, including staff selection, motivation and performance reviews; Assess maturity of the compliance; Conduct research and development for emerging trends in compliance; Implement change management; Ensure regular self-assessments and independent reviews of the compliance function; Collaborate with line management to advice and enhance facilitation of discharging responsibilities in order to: Protect the Rand Water’s reputation from potential non-compliance sanctions and penalties, Avoid legal actions, Promote a coordinated working relationship with business regulators, Prevent unethical, illegal, or improper conduct, Promote awareness campaigns and road shows to enhance understanding of new and existing compliance requirements. |
| Knowledge | Computer literacy in all MS Office programmesKnowledge of the Generally Accepted Compliance Practice (GACP)Maturity and good interpersonal and problem-solving skillsExplore monitoring software technology for adequate compliance management (end-result implementation)Possess the initiative and capability to work independently and effectively as a team playerAbility to interact with people in a multidisciplinary and multicultural working environmentWork experience with a wide and diverse spectrum of groups and individuals |
| Skills | Strong Communication skill (both verbal and written)Planning and OrganisingReport writing skillProven analytical and ability to evaluate compliance riskAbility to prioritiseTime managementRelationship building skillProactive, motivated, target driven and diligentStrong constitution and extra convictionStrong attention to detailAbility to communicate in an assertive mannerManage implementation of an effective compliance programPeople managementAbility to be innovative in driving permeation of a broader compliance culture in Rand WaterExcellent organisational, operational and administrative skills. |
| Attitude | Ethical and principled Fair and modest Proactive, target driven and diligent Willingness to keep learning Diligent Strong constitution and extra conviction Strong attention to detail Adopt a positive attitude towards group dynamics Ability to communicate in an assertive manner Manage implementation of an effective compliance program Motivated Maturity and good interpersonal and problem-solving skills Ability to be innovative in driving permeation of a broader compliance culture in Rand Water Open and responsive to constructive criticism Rand Water reserves the right not to make appointments to any of the advertised positions at any stage. The potential appointment to this position shall be subject to serving a MAXIMUM probation period of up to 12 months, based on a FLEXIBLE monthly probation evaluation process before confirmation of permanent employment in Rand Water. |
PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR
Closing Date 2025/11/12
Reference Number: RAN251030-2
Portfolio Shared Services
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City Johannesburg
Location – Site Rietvlei
Job Advert Summary
To provide comprehensive administrative and coordination support to Project Managers and PMO teams across the full project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to project governance frameworks, consistent documentation, collaboration, and timely stakeholder engagement.
Minimum Requirements
- National Diploma or equivalent • 5 years of administrative experience, with at least 3 years in a technology project management environment•Advanced computer proficiency in MS Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Teams, MS Projects
Desirable Qualification - A qualification in Business Management
Desirable Experience - Experience with ERP systems, project reporting, and collaboration tools (i.e. SharePoint, MS Teams)
Primary Duties
•Support project lifecycle activities from initiation to closure, ensuring all administrative functions are executed efficiently.
- Maintain and manage RAID logs (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) in alignment with project requirements.
- Coordinate training logistics, meeting schedules, diaries, and venue bookings for project stakeholders.
- Capture, manage, and distribute project documentation, including minutes, reports, and deliverables.
- Provide support in preparing project presentations, dashboards, and progress updates.
- Assist in procurement processes, invoice reconciliation, and supplier liaison.
- Utilize project management software tools such as MS Project, SharePoint, and SAP for tracking, documentation, and collaboration.
- Monitor adherence to project governance and change control procedure
Knowledge
•Project management principles and methodologies
- MS Office Suite
- MS Project
- Financial systems and procedures
- Project administration function
Skills
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Excellent planning and organizing skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical skills
- Accurate typing skills
- Multi-tasking
- Excellent administrative skills
- Flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Strong planning, coordination, and time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, MS Project, SharePoint, SAP
Attitude
•Must be able to work under pressure.
- Must be innovative.
- Ability to deal with people at all levels.
- Ability to work independently.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
- Customer orientation
- Performance driven
- Deadline Oriented
- Sense of urgency
- Value continuous improvement
- Professional/business courtesy
- Team player
- Positive “can do” attitude
ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT
Closing Date: 2025/11/20
Reference Number: RAN251107-3
Portfolio Rand Water Institute
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City JHB
Location – Site Rietvlei
Job Advert Summary
Rand water Institute is looking for an Administration Assistant who will be responsible for Administration and Coordination
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12
Post matric qualification in Administration or similar qualification
2-4 years general office admin
Primary Duties
Administer and coordinate activities between the Institute Support Services, internally in RWI and the rest of the organization.
Assist in developing key relationships with internal and external
Assist with coordination of internal and external meetings and taking minutes at such meetings and distribution thereof.
Coordinate communication with all stakeholders as well as third party contributions to Institute Support Services and RWI Programmes.
Coordinate Programmes or Projects in Institute Support
Preparation of presentations and reports where necessary
Assist with screening, prioritization, and scheduling of projects in consultation with various RWI
Ensure operational risk register is coordinated and updated
Ensure that the contract register is updated and updated
Coordinate and update aspects associated with Intellectual Property
Knowledge
Computer Literacy Ms Office Suite.
General Diary
Travel and meeting
Record Minute
Accurate Typing Skills with continuous interruptions.
Skills
Good Communication skills (verbal and written)
Planning and Organising own
Ability to liaise at senior
Ability to work under
Attention to Detail
Problem solving
Telephone etiquette.
Attitude
Good interpersonal skills
Rand Water reserves the right not to make appointments to any of the advertised positions at any stage.
The potential appointment to this position shall be subject to serving a MAXIMUM probation period of up to 12 months, based on a FLEXIBLE monthly probation evaluation process before confirmation of permanent employment in Rand Water.