Risk Specialist – Gambling Authority

Job Description

Job Summary

Employer: Gambling Authority
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Gaborone, Botswana
Category: Risk Management
Closing Date: 2026-09-24

JOB PURPOSE: To assist in the assessment of the risk management frameworks and provision of objective feedback on the suitability and effectiveness of controls specified and individuals responsible for the active management of risks. The position holder will also assist in the critical assessment of all risk management practices and provide assurance on the accuracy of risk information and recommendations for improved risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of risk assessment procedures and policies for the Authority.
• Liaise with the Manager to provide suggestions during the development of internal audit plans.
• Contribute to the development of the corporate strategy from a staff standpoint.
• Assist in the training of junior auditors and staff using the training manuals and general information documentation prepared together with the Manager.
• Conduct an enterprise wide risk assessment to identify and prioritize critical risks to the organisation and perform quantitative and qualitative analysis of identified risks.
• Conduct periodic reviews and evaluate risk management practices and documentation to provide assurance that risk management and control systems are functioning as intended in order for the Corporation’s operational and strategic objectives to be met.
• Assist management in developing and validating risk models to quantify risks to facilitate efficient measurement and prioritization of identified risks.
• Manage internal relationships with functional business areas to promote strategic cross-function and cross unit partnerships.
• Support management in the facilitation of workshops, meetings and other forums for information-gathering and dissemination with appropriate parties across the organisation.
• Assist in the monitoring and regular review of the implementation of recommended improvements to risk management processes and procedures of the Authority.
• Assist in the review of risk controls specified within operational plans of all functions including processes, procedures and controls.
• Report on risk management issues and internal control deficiencies to the Manager, and provide suggestions for improving the Authority’s operational efficiency and performance.
• Undertake other such duties as directed by the supervisor.

Requirements

• A professional qualification or certification on enterprise risk management is required.
• Masters degree or other relevant postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
• Communication
• Flexibility and managing change
• Building working relationships internally and externally
• Integrity and openness
• Developing self and others
• Managing performance
• Managing processes
• Creating improvements
• Delivering service
• Decision making

How to Apply

Apply by email: [email protected]
Phone: (+267) 3957672