The VKB Group Risk Management Clerkship 2027 is a 3-year clerkship opportunity for motivated candidates who want to build practical experience in risk management, governance, compliance and business continuity.
The successful candidate will join VKB Risk Management at the Head Office in Reitz and gain exposure to risk-related activities across the organisation.
Opportunity Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Position | Risk Management Clerk |
| Company | VKB Group |
| Department | Risk Management |
| Location | Reitz, Free State |
| Duration | 3-year clerkship |
| Start Date | January 2027 |
| Post Date | 4 September 2026 |
| Closing Date | 30 September 2026 |
Key Responsibilities
As a Risk Management Clerk, you will assist with:
- Maintaining and updating risk registers
- Supporting risk assessments, monitoring and reporting
- Gathering and analysing risk-related information
- Researching emerging risks and industry trends
- Monitoring regulatory developments and best practices
- Supporting governance and compliance initiatives
- Supporting business continuity activities
- Risk awareness and communication initiatives
- Strategic risk management projects
- Scenario analysis
- Third-party risk initiatives
- Governance-related projects
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A qualification in Risk Management, Economics, Management Accounting or a related field, or be currently studying towards one
- Basic knowledge of governance, compliance and risk management practices
Skills & Competencies
The ideal candidate should have:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work accurately with large amounts of information
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to compile clear and concise reports
- Professionalism, integrity and confidentiality
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Willingness to learn and develop
What VKB Offers
This clerkship provides an opportunity to:
- Gain practical experience in risk management and governance
- Work across different business functions
- Develop professional risk management skills
- Work in a supportive professional environment
- Build opportunities for long-term career growth
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online via Simplify.
Complete the application and answer all required questions accurately and honestly. Ensure that all required information and supporting documentation are submitted through the application portal.
CLOSING DATE
30 September 2026
Start: January 2027
Location: Reitz, Free State