Programme Controls Administrator – Currency Management Department (CMD).
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng.
Organisation: South African Reserve Bank (SARB).
Job Type: Full-time.
Closing Date: 22 October 2025.
Reference Number: 1304.
Role Overview
The South African Reserve Bank is seeking a skilled Programme Controls Administrator to provide comprehensive administrative and document control support to the Currency Management Department (CMD). The role focuses on managing and maintaining a secure document repository to ensure efficient handling and protection of all programme-related artefacts.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and oversee an electronic collaboration platform for the centralised storage, classification, and retrieval of programme documents.
Administer and control document access rights, permissions, and security labels to safeguard sensitive information.
Maintain a structured and compliant filing system that supports different document sensitivity levels.
Develop, implement, and monitor metadata standards to ensure accurate document tracking and reporting.
Support administrative processes by maintaining standardised document formats and ensuring controlled access.
Ensure compliance with document control frameworks and prepare detailed reports for management and governance bodies.
Compile programme reports, manage access documentation, and identify or escalate potential risks and issues.
Provide training on SARB document management systems, policies, and metadata standards.
Conduct audits of the collaboration platform, documenting corrective actions and maintaining data accuracy.
Stay informed about industry best practices and technological advancements in document and programme controls.
Recommend and implement improvements to systems, tools, and processes.
Offer additional administrative assistance to the Controls Lead or Programme Manager when required.
Minimum Requirements
Qualification: National Diploma (NQF 6) in Computer Science, Information Science, Information Management, Records and Archives Management, Business Administration, or an equivalent field.
Experience: 3–5 years of experience as a programme document controller, ideally in a construction or project management environment.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience with document management systems (preferably OpenText or SharePoint).
Knowledge of metadata management and standard document control functions.
Familiarity with project structures and tools such as Autodesk Vault or AEC Autodesk Collection is advantageous.
Core Competencies
Strong organisational and planning abilities.
Excellent stakeholder management and service orientation.
Sound decision-making and analytical thinking.
Ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Teamwork, accountability, and attention to detail.
Understanding of governance, risk, compliance, and construction legislation.
About the Currency Management Department (CMD)
Vision: To be a globally respected, world-class authority in currency management.
Mission: To ensure the availability of a secure national currency in collaboration with the cash industry.
Strategy: To uphold public confidence in South Africa’s currency through its integrity, security, and effective management.
CMD consists of the following divisions:
Management Support
Currency Integrity
Supply Chain Management
Programme Management
Currency Research, Policy and Strategy
About the South African Reserve Bank (SARB)
The SARB’s constitutional mandate is to protect the value of the South African currency to promote balanced and sustainable economic growth.
The Bank carries out this mandate through:
Monetary Policy – maintaining price stability.
Financial Stability – safeguarding the financial system.
Prudential Regulation – ensuring the safety of financial institutions.
Payments and Settlements – maintaining a secure national payment system.
Currency Management – producing and managing banknotes and coins.
Application Details
📍 Location: Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng
🕓 Schedule: Full-time (Day shift)
📅 Closing Date: 22 October 2025, 23:59