Specialist: Data Management | Road Accident Fund – Centurion, Gauteng
Date Posted: 22 May 2025
Reference Number: 5685
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
Disability Targeted Role: Yes (EE Targeted Role)
T.A.S.K Grade: 15
Salary: R891,176.00
Application Closing Date: 27 May 2025
About the Road Accident Fund
The Road Accident Fund (RAF) is dedicated to providing appropriate coverage to all road users within South Africa. Its mission is to rehabilitate and compensate individuals injured in motor vehicle accidents promptly and with compassion, while actively promoting safer road usage across the country. As a vital public entity, RAF ensures the safety and well-being of road users through effective governance and service delivery.
Purpose of the Role
The Specialist: Data Management plays a crucial role within the Governance division, tasked with collecting, analyzing, and maintaining accurate data to build reliable data systems and statistical reports. These insights support informed decision-making processes that enhance the effectiveness and integrity of RAF’s governance framework.
Key Responsibilities
Combined Assurance Management
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Coordinate the development and implementation of the Integrated Combined Assurance Plan.
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Evaluate combined assurance activities by various providers, linking reviews to strategic risks and root causes.
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Monitor emerging risks and track recommendations made by assurance providers.
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Identify inconsistencies and control gaps within the control environment and oversee mitigation strategies.
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Ensure comprehensive assurance coverage through continuous monitoring and risk assessment.
Quality Assurance and Monitoring
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Conduct Quality Assurance reviews on selected assurance provider outputs.
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Evaluate the effectiveness and adequacy of assurance methodologies, recommending improvements where necessary.
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Develop and manage an integrated dashboard for combined assurance.
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Facilitate combined assurance reviews and impact assessments for management oversight.
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Manage assurance and internal control systems and tools.
Internal Controls Oversight
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Recommend the design and enhancement of internal control systems to management.
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Coordinate testing and independent assessments of key controls and compliance adherence.
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Advise management on internal control improvements and fraud prevention measures.
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Analyze risk registers and recommend necessary reviews to address control gaps.
Policy Development and Implementation
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Support the development and alignment of Combined Assurance Frameworks, policies, and procedures with RAF’s overall strategy.
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Keep abreast of effective policy execution strategies to ensure consistent compliance.
Reporting and Documentation
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Prepare regulatory and progress reports, presentations, and management briefings to inform strategic decisions.
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Develop functional reporting systems for performance tracking and project updates.
Stakeholder and People Management
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Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate assurance engagements and knowledge sharing.
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Manage vendor relationships and ensure timely invoicing and payments.
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Lead and develop a high-performance team, ensuring alignment with RAF’s strategic objectives.
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Implement human capital processes to foster a productive work environment and resolve workplace conflicts.
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Mentor and coach staff to enhance capabilities and performance.
Qualifications and Experience
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Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Data Management or related field.
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Minimum of 5 to 7 years’ experience in data management, reporting, or analytics environments.
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Proven expertise in data analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
Required Technical and Behavioral Competencies
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Strong resilience and communication skills.
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Ability to engage effectively with people and build networks.
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Planning, organizing, and coordinating skills.
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Competencies in employee engagement, judgment, decision making, and ethics.
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Client service orientation and change management expertise.
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Conflict management and innovative thinking abilities.
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Facilitation, presentation, and policy formulation skills.
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Risk and project management experience.
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Proficiency in stakeholder development, service delivery innovation, and reporting.
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Exceptional data analytical capabilities and complex problem-solving skills.
Employment Conditions
The Road Accident Fund offers a total employment cost package with no additional employer contributions. Successful candidates are expected to structure their packages according to their needs. Security vetting is mandatory for all new employees. Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Employment Equity and Application Process
RAF strongly supports employment equity and will give preference to candidates with disabilities for this role. Applicants who do not receive feedback within six weeks of the closing date may consider their application unsuccessful.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications before the closing date, 27 May 2025, via the RAF careers portal or email recruitment@raf.co.za with the Reference Number 5685 clearly stated.
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