Director: Risk Advisory Services

Job Purpose

Lead strategic initiatives, manage client relationships, and oversee the delivery of high-quality risk management and internal audit solutions.
Provide visionary leadership with deep technical expertise and strong business acumen to drive growth and operational excellence.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership:
  Develop and execute strategies to expand the Risk
• Advisory Services practice in alignment with firm objectives.
• Client Advisory:
  Serve as a trusted advisor on governance, risk management, compliance, and internal audit matters.
• Operational Excellence:
  Ensure adherence to risk frameworks, methodologies, and regulatory standards while managing budgets and timelines.
• Team Development:
  Mentor and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
• Business Development:
  Identify new market opportunities and lead initiatives to grow client portfolios.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

Qualifications
Minimum honours degree in internal audit, accounting, or finance.

• Full professional qualification (CIA or equivalent).
• CISA (added advantage).

Experience

• Minimum 12 years in risk advisory/internal audit.
• At least 5–6 years in a leadership role (Senior Manager).
• Industry exposure with strong experience in Mining and
• Telecommunications.

Performance Indicators

• Revenue growth and profitability of the Risk Advisory Services portfolio.
• Client satisfaction and retention metrics.
• Successful delivery of engagements within scope, time, and budget.
• Development and retention of key talent in the team.

Competencies:
Knowledge and Skills

Job Skills and Competencies

• Minimum 12 years experience in risk advisory/internal audit with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of risk frameworks and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to manage complex engagements and client portfolios.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinking and business development acumen.

Behavioural Competencies

• Integrity and Ethical Judgment
• Critical Thinking and Sound Judgment
• Emotional Intelligence
• Resilience and Stress Tolerance
• Influencing and Negotiation Skills
• Collaboration and Relationship Building
• Leadership and Team Empowerment
• Strategic Orientation
• Commercial Awareness
• Communication Excellence
• Adaptability and Agility
• Attention to Detail
• Confidentiality and Discretion
• Accountability and Ownership

Core Competencies

• Relationships and Collaboration
• Exceptional Client Service
• Business Growth
• Engaging People
• Leadership
• Quality, Risk Management, and Operational Performance