PURPOSE OF THE JOB<\/p>\n
\tTo ensure DUT adhere to institutional policies, procedures, as well as relevant external and internal statutory and regulatory requirements. This position is responsible for conducting compliance risk assessments, supporting the enhancement of compliance systems and processes, and advising management in order to preserve the institutional brand.<\/p>\n
\u00a0MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n
\tRelevant Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) in Enterprise Risk Management, Internal Audit, Finance, or related field
\n\tProfessional certification such as CRMA, CRM-Prac, CRM-Prof, or CIA<\/p>\n
IDEAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:<\/p>\n
\tMaster\u2019s in Business Administration; Master\u2019s in Business Leadership; or MPhil in Internal Audit (or other related Master\u2019s degree)
\n\tBachelor of Laws (LLB)<\/p>\n
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:<\/p>\n
\tMinimum 8 years in a fully-fledged compliance environment
\n\tAt least 5 years\u2019 experience in:
\n\tGenerally Accepted Compliance Practice Framework
\n\tCombined Assurance Framework (CAF)
\n\tBusiness continuity, including practical implementation
\n\tContract management, including identification of risks before executive sign-off
\n\tProject management with measurable outcomes
\n\tInteracting across all organisational levels (At all levels within the institution)
\n\tExperience in serving on an oversight structure, even if as merely an internal role player.
\n\tKnowledge of higher learning policies, procedures, and legislation will be an advantage.<\/p>\n
IDEAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n
\tHigher Education sector experience
\n\tUnderstanding of organisational strategy
\n\tRegistry systems and processes experience
\n\tExperience coordinating organisation-wide roadshows.<\/p>\n
MINIMUM KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n
\tAbility to identify, assess and prioritise compliance risks across all areas of the university, ensuring early detection of gaps and vulnerabilities.
\n\tUnderstanding of end-to-end compliance workflows, from policy development and implementation to monitoring and corrective actions.
\n\tUp-to-date knowledge of relevant statutory and regulatory frameworks impacting higher education, with the ability to interpret and apply legislative requirements effectively.
\n\tExpertise in designing, evaluating, and strengthening internal controls across academic, administrative, financial, and operational processes to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
\n\tCapacity to critically analyse compliance processes and outcomes, measure effectiveness, and recommend improvements.
\n\tStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex compliance issues clearly and persuasively to varied audiences.
\n\tSkilled in leading compliance risk workshops, training sessions, and presentations that engage diverse stakeholders and foster understanding of compliance obligations.
\n\tAbility to prepare accurate and timely compliance reports, monitor performance against benchmarks, and track remediation of compliance gaps.
\n\tAwareness of emerging regulatory, institutional, and sectoral trends, and capacity to anticipate their potential impact on compliance requirements.
\n\tAbility to compare institutional practices against sector and industry best practice, and recommend enhancements based on benchmarking insights.
\n\tCapacity to design innovative approaches for embedding compliance into operations while minimising bureaucracy.
\n\tAbility to proactively identify challenges and develop practical, forward-looking compliance solutions that add value to the institution.
\n\tCompetence in aligning compliance activities with the broader institutional strategy, ensuring compliance is a key enabler of DUT\u2019s vision and mission.<\/p>\n
IDEAL KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n
\tExperience in the Higher Education Sector
\n\tInsights into organisational strategy.<\/p>\n
MINIMUM LEGAL REQUIREMENTS:<\/p>\n
\tMembership, in good standing, with a Compliance Body (e.g. CISA).
\n\tCommitment to confidentiality.<\/p>\n
\u00a0MINIMUM TRAINING AND KNOWLEDGE<\/p>\n
\tCompliance universe mapping experience, including tracking of legislative changes pertinent to a higher education institution.
\n\tExperience in the implementation of an compliance software.
\n\tMS Office, particularly Word and PowerPoint (Advanced).
\n\tFull value-chain compliance risk workshop facilitation, viz. from Pre-read to reporting.
\n\tInsights to the compliance universe and interpretation of regulatory prescripts, in the context of the institution.<\/p>\n
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:<\/p>\n
\tThe role demands the highest level of integrity and discretion, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly, ensuring that compliance and institutional trust are never compromised.
\n\tAbility to conduct ongoing scanning of the external and internal environment to identify emerging risks, supported by the facilitation of compliance risk workshops that engage stakeholders and generate actionable outcomes.
\n\tA commitment to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of legislative changes, regulatory requirements, and best practices in compliance and risk management.
\n\tStrong insight into the interconnected processes of the internal audit function, with the ability to align compliance risk management activities with audit outcomes and recommendations.
\n\tFlexibility and readiness to work beyond standard hours when required, particularly during critical reporting periods, audits, or urgent compliance-related matters.<\/p>\n
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<\/p>\n
Compliance Governance Documents:<\/p>\n
\tDevelop and implement Compliance Policy and Compliance Framework
\n\tAlign systems and processes with Generally Accepted Compliance Practice Framework.<\/p>\n
Statutory, Regulatory & Policy Compliance Monitoring and Reporting:<\/p>\n
\tInterpret and track legislative changes and integrate into DUT systems.
\n\tCollaborate with Lines of Assurance (OHSE, IAF, Legal Services, Employee Relations, Registry, statutory auditors).
\n\tCoordinate compliance audits and report to governance structures.
\n\tEscalate non-compliance incidents appropriately.<\/p>\n
Stakeholder-Centricity:<\/p>\n
\tDevelop and maintain a Compliance Stakeholder Matrix (CSM).
\n\tMap stakeholder roles and responsibilities and align with best practices.
\n\tLiaise with internal and external stakeholders to drive a zero-tolerance culture toward non-compliance.
\n\tSupport statutory\/external audits.
\n\tCollaborate with Judicial Services to enhance compliance in student services.<\/p>\n
Compliance Training and Awareness:<\/p>\n
\tLead compliance awareness and training for new and existing staff.
\n\tEmbed compliance into daily operations.
\n\tPartner with Judicial Services to raise awareness on compliance processes.<\/p>\n
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