Graduate Programme at the Social Housing Regulatory Authority

• Identify Risk Activities and Conduct Risk Assessments: Assist in identifying risk activities within the organization and participate in conducting thorough risk assessments. Update and maintain the risk registers accordingly.
• Plan and Monitor Risk Mitigation Strategies: Support in the planning and monitoring of risk mitigation strategies. Gather evidence of activities to ensure effective risk management practices.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Collaborate with stakeholders across various units to establish and maintain relationships. Facilitate communication and ensure alignment on risk management initiatives.
• Understand Risks and Compliance Requirements: Aid in ensuring understanding of risks, emerging risks, processes, and controls among stakeholders. Support proactive risk management efforts.
• Research and Compliance: Conduct research on emerging risks and relevant compliance requirements. Stay updated with regulatory changes and best practices.
• Risk and Compliance Reporting: Prepare comprehensive risk and compliance reports for management. Present findings and recommendations based on analysis and assessments.
• Enhance Compliance Checklists: Assist in enhancing compliance checklists in consultation with business units. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and obtain evidence of adherence.
• ERP Risk Management: Support in capturing risk information into the ERP risk management system (BarnOwl). Ensure accuracy and completeness of data entry.
• Improve Risk and Compliance Management Maturity: Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving the maturity level of risk and compliance management within the SHRA.
• Standard Operating Procedures: Assist in improving standard operating procedures related to risk and compliance management. Ensure clarity and consistency in procedures.
• Quality Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor the quality of own work and compile reports as required. Maintain accuracy and detail in documentation and reporting.
• General Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to the Chief Risk Officer. Assist with ad-hoc administrative tasks, including minute-taking during meetings.

Behavioral Attributes and Required Skills:

• Organizational Skills: Well-organized with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Deadline Management: Consistently meets deadlines and manages time efficiently.
• Report Writing: Proficient in writing clear, concise, and informative reports.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities with attention to detail.
• Interpersonal Skills: Good interpersonal skills with a positive and proactive attitude.
• Willingness to Learn: Open to learning and developing new skills.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Relevant Experience: One-year relevant experience would be advantageous.
• Computer Literacy: Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.

Educational Qualifications:

• National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Enterprise Risk Management, Compliance Management, or Risk and Compliance.
• Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Internal Audit, Enterprise Risk Management, or Risk and Compliance would be advantageous

• Identify Risk Activities and Conduct Risk Assessments: Assist in identifying risk activities within the organization and participate in conducting thorough risk assessments. Update and maintain the risk registers accordingly.
• Plan and Monitor Risk Mitigation Strategies: Support in the planning and monitoring of risk mitigation strategies. Gather evidence of activities to ensure effective risk management practices.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Collaborate with stakeholders across various units to establish and maintain relationships. Facilitate communication and ensure alignment on risk management initiatives.
• Understand Risks and Compliance Requirements: Aid in ensuring understanding of risks, emerging risks, processes, and controls among stakeholders. Support proactive risk management efforts.
• Research and Compliance: Conduct research on emerging risks and relevant compliance requirements. Stay updated with regulatory changes and best practices.
• Risk and Compliance Reporting: Prepare comprehensive risk and compliance reports for management. Present findings and recommendations based on analysis and assessments.
• Enhance Compliance Checklists: Assist in enhancing compliance checklists in consultation with business units. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and obtain evidence of adherence.
• ERP Risk Management: Support in capturing risk information into the ERP risk management system (BarnOwl). Ensure accuracy and completeness of data entry.
• Improve Risk and Compliance Management Maturity: Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving the maturity level of risk and compliance management within the SHRA.
• Standard Operating Procedures: Assist in improving standard operating procedures related to risk and compliance management. Ensure clarity and consistency in procedures.
• Quality Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor the quality of own work and compile reports as required. Maintain accuracy and detail in documentation and reporting.
• General Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to the Chief Risk Officer. Assist with ad-hoc administrative tasks, including minute-taking during meetings.

Behavioral Attributes and Required Skills:

• Organizational Skills: Well-organized with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Deadline Management: Consistently meets deadlines and manages time efficiently.
• Report Writing: Proficient in writing clear, concise, and informative reports.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities with attention to detail.
• Interpersonal Skills: Good interpersonal skills with a positive and proactive attitude.
• Willingness to Learn: Open to learning and developing new skills.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Relevant Experience: One-year relevant experience would be advantageous.
• Computer Literacy: Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.

Educational Qualifications:

• National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Enterprise Risk Management, Compliance Management, or Risk and Compliance.
• Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Internal Audit, Enterprise Risk Management, or Risk and Compliance would be advantageous.

Social Housing Regulatory Authority Graduate Programme Application process:

• Social Housing Regulatory Authority Application Form: Obtain the SHRA application form from the SHRA website. Complete the form and ensure all sections are filled accurately.
• Required Documents: Submit the following documents along with the application form:
  • Certified copies of the Identity Document (ID).
  • Certified copies of relevant qualifications.
  • Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • Proof of residential address.

  Note: Do not include photographs.

• Mandatory Requirements: Applications that do not include the above-mentioned documents will not be considered.
• Consent for Checks: By submitting their applications, candidates automatically consent to qualifications and criminal background checks. This includes checks on employment history, credit records, company ownership or directorship, and references.
• Appointment Rights: SHRA reserves the right to make appointments or not, based on the applications received. If no communication is received from SHRA within 60 days after the closing date, applicants should consider their application unsuccessful. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only.
• Submission Details: Applications must be submitted via email to recruitment@shra.org.za.

In conclusion, the internship opportunities offered by the Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA) present a valuable pathway for young graduates to gain practical experience and contribute to the field of risk and compliance management. Applicants are encouraged to meticulously follow the application process outlined, ensuring all required documents are submitted correctly.

SHRA remains committed to fair and thorough evaluation processes, including qualifications and background checks, to select candidates who align with the organization’s objectives.