CHIEF GAMING INSPECTOR: INSPECTIONS AND INVESTIGATIONS
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Overview
The purpose of this position is to lead, coordinate and oversee the inspection of licensed premises, investigations of punter disputes, and other inspection activities of licence holders, including pre-opening inspections, under the regulatory authority of the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Act, Act 4 of 1996, and applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
Requirements
- A National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Auditing, Compliance, Risk Management, Law, Commerce, Public Administration or a related field.
- Five years or more post-qualifying relevant experience, within a government or parastatal environment or a gambling-regulatory environment.
- Five years in a supervisory or management position.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Act, relevant regulations, licence conditions, policies and procedures governing the gambling and betting industry.
- Knowledge of FICA and other relevant legislative requirements.
- Demonstrated experience in writing clear, accurate and comprehensive reports.
- A valid Code B driver's licence.
- Strong leadership, regulatory, and analytical skills.
- Ability to coordinate and oversee inspection and investigation activities.
- Ability to exercise sound judgement in complex regulatory matters.
- Strong communication, stakeholder-management and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
- High attention to detail and sound administrative skills.
- Computer literacy, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of an inspection strategy and annual inspection plans for gambling control.
- Lead, coordinate and oversee the execution of planned, targeted, routine and pre-opening inspections of licensed premises and licence holders.
- Establish, maintain and continuously improve inspection processes, systems and procedures.
- Oversee investigations into complaints, disputes, and other regulatory matters.
- Maintain effective reporting and record-management practices.
- Identify and monitor regulatory and compliance risks, recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
- Oversee compliance with FICA and other applicable legislative requirements.
How to apply
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