Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for, among other tasks, the following key performance areas:

• Conduct research to inform the development of policies related to the SARB’s crisis preparedness and management and resolution functions.
• Analyse data submitted by financial institutions to aid the development of resolution plans and the execution of resolvability assessments.
• Identify information gaps and contribute to developing proposals aimed at addressing these gaps.
• Engage with financial institutions and industry stakeholders on issues related to crisis management and resolution.
• Provide administrative support for meetings with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in the coordination and administration of the SARB’s resolution and crisis management governance forums.
• Stay abreast of international best practices and sector developments, analyse their implications for the Resolution and Crisis Preparedness Division and suggest improvements to current practices.
• Assist in preparing presentations for various SARB and industry forums on topics related to crisis management and resolution.
• Support the day-to-day operations of the Resolution and Crisis Preparedness Division.

Job requirements 

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• an Honours’ degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, or finance or have an equivalent qualification; and 
• two years’ job-related experience within the financial sector or financial services industry.