Key Responsibilities:<\/b><\/span>
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Develop and manage a risk -focused annual audit plan covering renewable energy projects, operations, and corporate functions.<\/span>
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Conduct operational, financial, and compliance audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management practices.<\/span>
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Report findings and provide actionable recommendations to management and the risk oversight committee.<\/span>
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Lead or support investigations into potential fraud, misconduct, or regulatory breaches.<\/span>
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Track the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective measures.<\/span>
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Enterprise Risk Management<\/span>
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Design and implement an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework aligned with the company’s strategic goals and risk appetite.<\/span>
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Identify, assess, and prioritise key risks across renewable energy projects, logistics, and support functions.<\/span>
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Maintain and update the organisational Risk Register and coordinate periodic risk reviews.<\/span>
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Support risk -informed decision -making at executive and board levels.<\/span>
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Risk Mitigation & Control Assurance<\/span>
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Develop and oversee risk treatment plans to strengthen controls across all operations.<\/span>
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Provide independent assurance that governance, risk, and control processes are effective.<\/span>
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Evaluate controls within project execution, procurement, inventory, production, and logistics.<\/span>
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Recommend opportunities for efficiency and process improvement.<\/span>
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Compliance & Quality Oversight<\/span>
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Monitor regulatory developments impacting renewable energy, manufacturing, and logistics operations.<\/span>
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Ensure continuous compliance with governance, financial, and industry regulations.<\/span>
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Support implementation and oversight of quality assurance initiatives.<\/span>
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Promote integration of compliance, risk, and operational assurance frameworks.<\/span>
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Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement<\/span>
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Prepare and present comprehensive audit and risk reports to the oversight committee and Board.<\/span>
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Communicate complex risk issues clearly and provide practical, actionable recommendations.<\/span>
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Collaborate with finance, compliance, and operational teams to ensure cohesive risk and control processes.<\/span>
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Strategic Advisory<\/span>
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Advise on emerging risks and control implications related to renewable energy projects, strategic initiatives, and investments.<\/span>
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Support executive management in embedding risk -based thinking and compliance awareness throughout the organisation.<\/span>
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Champion a culture of integrity, transparency, and proactive risk management.<\/span><\/span>
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Requirements<\/h3>
Postgraduate degree in Risk Management, Auditing, Finance, or related discipline.
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Professional certification such as CIA, CA(SA), CISA, CRMA, or equivalent preferred.<\/span>
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7–10 years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or governance, preferably within renewable energy, manufacturing, or capital -intensive sectors.<\/span>
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Strong knowledge of ERM frameworks (ISO 31000, COSO), financial and operational controls, and project/supply chain risk principles.<\/span>
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Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 is advantageous.<\/span>
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<\/span><\/div>Behavioural Competencies<\/span><\/b>
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High ethical standards and independence of thought.<\/span>
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Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.<\/span>
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Ability to influence senior stakeholders and manage sensitive risk issues.<\/span>
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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)<\/span><\/b>
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Delivery of the approved audit and risk plan within timelines.<\/span>
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Timely closure of audit findings and risk mitigation actions.<\/span>
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Effective implementation of ERM framework.<\/span>
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Compliance with statutory, governance, and industry standards.<\/span>
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Quality and timeliness of reporting to the oversight committee and Board.<\/span>
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Strong collaboration with finance, HSEQ, and operational teams.<\/span>
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