(1927) Associate Bank Analyst -PSISD

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Assess the macroeconomic environment and detect the build-up of risks, trends and concentrations in the financial/banking sector.

• Provide accurate and meaningful information on the financial sector (specifically banks, mutual banks and co-operative sector) to internal stakeholders and other relevant authorities.

• Analysis of sector related data.

• Prepare and draft reports, graphs and presentations on industry issues and trends. 

• Perform ad hoc duties, including participation in special projects as and when required, coordination and participation in multidisciplinary teams to complete surveys and other requests for information.

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

• a postgraduate degree in Economics, Accounting, Financial Management and/or Risk Management; and 

• three to five years’ relevant working experience in the financial / regulatory sector. 

The following would be an added advantage:

• knowledge of prudential supervision and the supervisory framework applied in South Africa – with special focus on banking sector regulation and legislation including mutual and co-operative banks. 

• an understanding of the key risks facing banks, mutual banks and co-operative banks and the operating environment of the entities in these sectors.

• understanding of the macro-economic environment 

• understanding of accounting principles and financial ratios 

• knowledge of relevant risk management standards and practices

• research methodologies 

• advanced working knowledge of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI and SQL) and other related software packages. 

• skilled in reporting and data visualizing.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.