Section Head: Risk and Compliance
Listing reference: nwu_001746
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 25 August 2023
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Credit Analysis and Risk Management
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
DIVISION: NWU REGISTRAR
DEPARTMENT: CORPORATE AND INFORMATION GOVERNANCE SERVICES
POSITION NUMBER: N000529
VACANCY: SECTION HEAD: RISK AND COMPLIANCE
PEROMNES GRADE: P8
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Section Head of Risk and Compliance is responsible for the successful administration and management support of the NWU Risk and Compliance Department. The incumbent utilises specialised risk and compliance knowledge and experience to provide administrative direction and liaise on different levels at the NWU in respect of risk, compliance and business continuity. A solid background in higher education administration and governance is also required to ensure optimal advice and support to the Registrar and the Corporate and Information Governance Department.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Compliance Management
Responsible for administration of a NWU-wide compliance programme that includes:
- Identification of the statutory requirements applicable to the university which could result in statutory measures and negative financial and reputation impact should the university not identify and manage this universe.
- Establishment of a database of legislation with detailed risk level indications, i.e. compliance risk identification and assessment including identifying controls.
- Guiding the university in the establishment of controls to mitigate compliance risks, and establishing of compliance standards, procedures and guidelines.
- Establishment of a monitoring plan and issuing of corrective action notices to management when compliance deficiencies are found and follow up to ensure appropriate corrective action is accomplished.
- Providing effective compliance reporting to the Compliance Committee, UMC and ARCC.
- Ensuring compliance training and awareness at the university, including the management of the compliance website.
- Managing the electronic compliance system.
- Actively participating and interacting with legal counsel and regulatory bodies when required
Risk Management
Responsible for administration of a NWU-wide risk management programme (strategic and operational) that includes:
- Management of the risk register and the identification of risks, risk owners and opportunities, evaluation of the risks and establishment of a risk appetite.
- Guiding the university in the establishment of controls to mitigate risks, and establishing of risk management procedures and guidelines.
- Providing effective risk reporting to ARCC, UMC and CAF.
- Liaising with Internal Audit to provide input to ensure risk-based internal auditing.
- Ensuring risk training and awareness at the university, including the management of the risk.
Business Continuity Management
Responsible for the administration of a NWU-wide business continuity programme:
- Management of the Business Impact Assessment and the identification of business continuity related risks, risk owners and opportunities, evaluation of the risks.
- Guiding the university in establishing of business continuity policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Providing an effective Business Continuity plan.
- Providing effective Business Continuity Programme reporting to ARCC, UMC and TI GovCom.
- Ensuring Business Continuity training and awareness at the university, including the management of the Business Continuity Programme website.
- Managing the electronic Business Continuity Programme system
Management of the R&C sub-department
- Human Resources management of three subordinate staff members
- Financial management of the sub-department: budget control, financial administration
- Quality management – ensure quality manual for the department and constant monitoring and improvement of services
- Planning for the sub-department in line with the APP of the NWU.
- Progress reporting to the Director on a monthly basis (apart from regular interaction)
Ad hoc tasks related to risk and compliance
- As requested by the Registrar and Director.
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- An LLB degree with risk, compliance and business continuity planning experience OR a B.degree with risk, compliance and BCP experience.
- A minimum of 3 years' work experience in implementing and administration of risk, BCP and compliance disciplines in a large organisation
ADDED ADVANTAGE:
- Certification in risk, compliance and BCP.
- Membership with IRMSA or CISA.
FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS):
- Knowledge of ISO 31 000 risk management process and concepts.
- Knowledge of ISO 19 600 compliance management process and concepts.
- Knowledge of ISO 22 301 pertaining to Business Continuity Management
- Management of Risk and Compliance Software
- Detailed knowledge of legislation, policies and procedures specific to the University Environment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in Afrikaans and English.
- Computer literacy: Skill in the use of computer with Windows-based operating environment and understanding of database management.
- Teaching and presentation skills to present to staff and other stake holders pertaining to risk and compliance concepts.
- Good Understanding of Corporate Governance Concepts and Auditing practices.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Should be able to communicate and foster a cooperative work environment effectively.
- Should be able to work independently with self-initiative and minimal supervision, flexibility and service orientation.
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate successfully with NWU staff and management to identify and mitigate risks.
- Strong interpersonal skills to engage with external stakeholders.
- Organisational skills: the ability to plan, coordinate projects effectively, achieve objectives and meet a variety of competing demands and deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills to supervise staff as required.
Remuneration
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Amanda van der Merwe on 018 299 04607
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Goitsemang Ntsoelengoe on 018 299 2752
CLOSING DATE: 25 August 2023
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
