CHIEF GOVERNANCE RISK AND COMPLIANCE
Listing reference: atns_000235
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 16 January 2023
Position summary
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Job category: Others: General Management
Location: Bedfordview
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
EE position: Yes
Introduction
ATNS operates from nine ACSA and 12 other aerodromes. As a globally competitive employer of choice, ATNS is committed to diversity and has achieved ranking within the top 10 companies in South Africa with regards to female representation at executive levels. People living with disabilities will be given preference in line with the with the EE Plan
Job description
- Strategy & Leadership - Lead conceptualisation, design and implementation of the overall Governance, Risk & Compliance strategy aligned to the business needs, ATNS’ vision, and business strategy. Provide the Governance, Risk & Compliance input into the long-term ATNS strategy. Set clear targets for the Governance, Risk & Compliance function and ensure the achievement of such targets by cascading the targets throughout the department. Develop an integrated annual business plan for Governance Risk & Compliance to enable achievement of the function’s business and ATNS strategy and targets. Drive the vision, mission, and values of ATNS within Governance Risk & Compliance whilst ensuring that the activities and outputs are also aligned. Lead, co-ordinate and ensure implementation of the corporate transformation strategy in line with relevant legislation. Provide input and influence on the ATNS permission planning process to ensure the required resources and infrastructure are allocated to Risk & Compliance to enable the achievement of the ATNS’ strategy
- Operationalise the Governance, Risk & Compliance Strategy - Conceptualize and define the Governance, Risk & Compliance’s operating model considering the business needs, benchmarked global, regional, national ATM concept plans, and supporting ATNS strategic objectives. Influence and reciprocally be influenced in respect of the development of communication, navigation, surveillance, and air traffic management system (CNS) concepts and plans internationally by articulating and promoting the ATNS agenda at International and domestic forums. Ensure effective integration and implementation of the Governance, Risk & Compliance plans to meet business needs. Drive the core vision, mission, and values of ATNS within the Governance, Risk & Compliance environment, and ensure activities and outputs are aligned. Conduct research and development to continuously enhance the Governance, Risk & Compliance programs and services standards aligned with the trends, technological advances, and changes in business strategy. Lead the establishment and operations of the required forums to enable collaboration and alignment between the various workstreams within combined assurance. Ensure development, maintenance, measurement, monitoring and continuous reviewing of the relevant policies, procedures, and service level agreements for alignment with the ATNS strategy and targets. Develop, implement, and ensure effectiveness of the Governance, Risk & Compliance internal control environment. Initiate and direct the Governance, Risk & Compliance business-driven projects
- Risk Management - Develop, implement, and manage robust enterprise-wide risk management processes and systems. Proactively identify all strategic, operational, as well as functional risks. Develop and implement enterprise-wide risk management plans and programme, to manage mitigation plans in line with the risks identified. Perform risk evaluation to assess how the organisation previously managed the risks. Develop and implement the risk mitigation and avoidance adjustments to current methods of operation to minimize their future risks. Provide training and certification for employees to improve their governance, risk, and compliance awareness levels. Identify and effectively manage risks in business processes and decision making. Ensure an effective maintenance of a proper risk log. Inculcate the culture of Risk Management within ATNS. Develop, review, and implement a risk-based Business Continuity programme and response plan.
- Legal and Compliance - Lead the overall maintenance of corporate governance to ensure that the organisation remains compliant to the legislative framework and MOI in all respects. Lead the safe custody of all legal, governance and compliance related documents and information. Provide legal support and advice to the ATNS on relevant legal issues. Ensure compliance with the internal controls, statutory regulations, and other relevant policies. Draft legal documents such as contracts, statements, agreements etc. Develop and implement procedures for protecting patents, trademarks, and other innovations. Provide Assurance. Manage litigations on behalf of the organisation.
- Internal Audit - Develop in conjunction with external audit, executives, and other key functions a 3-year audit plan to address risk. Design appropriate methodologies, systems, and procedures to ensure compliance with business risk. Test compliance with regulatory requirements and provide feedback to executives and AR Committee regarding company compliance levels. Monitor regulatory changes and ensure that appropriate systems are in place to test compliance.
- Stakeholder Management - Develop and nurture effective, long-lasting relationships with strategic business partners. Establish and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with the ATM regulatory bodies and institutions. Adapt operational delivery as practically possible to meet client needs and expectations. Build effective relationships with ATM planning and other internal business functions to ensure the required resources are available to drive the ATNS strategy and ensure alignment and optimal operational delivery
- People Management - Ensure the availability of skilled and competent staff in the Governance, Risk & Compliance function to meet the current and future needs aligned to the departmental and overall business strategies. Promote high levels of discipline and performance standards to achieve the Governance, Risk & Compliance’s and ATNS strategies. Manage performance outputs of the Governance, Risk & Compliance team by using the performance management system and taking corrective action promptly and effectively. Mentor and coach staff as required.
- Financial Management - Lead development, utilisation, and management of the departmental budget. Ensure effective leadership in the management of operational cost to enable efficient utilisation of financial resources. Ensure compliance to the financial policies and procedures applicable in ATNS. Ensure accountability and reporting on all costs incurred against the approved budget
- Fraud and Ethics Risk Management - Develop the Fraud Management and Ethics Policy. Develop the Whistle Blowing Process. Develop Fraud implementation plan and ethics programmes
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Masters level qualification in Business Management or related field.
- Formal business leadership and management training as an added advantage.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
- 10 years technical and operational experience within Legal, Risk Management, and Compliance \ or related field, with experience in a complex business environment, of which 7 years should be at senior management level within the field of Legal, Risk Management, and Compliance and with 3 years management experience.
The incumbent will be based at the ATNS offices currently in Bruma. The appointment is made on a 5-year fixed term contract basis. Applicants will be subjected to credibility assessment and psychometric assessment.