Governance Specialist

4 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced GRC Specialist to join our team at the University of Fort Hare. As a GRC Specialist, you will play a critical role in providing expert compliance advice, risk management, and governance across all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Maintain and develop the Governance, Risk & Control framework;
  • Provide expert compliance advice, risk management, and governance;
  • Ensure adherence to relevant domestic and international legislation, risk methodologies, and frameworks;
  • Develop and implement risk management strategies;
  • Conduct regular risk assessments and provide recommendations for improvement;
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective governance and risk management practices;
  • Communicate complex information to non-specialist audiences.

Requirements:

  • Advanced diploma or national degree in business commerce, legal, risk management, or governance;
  • Registration as a Compliance Officer;
  • Certified Risk Management Practitioner (CRM Prac), Fellowship or Associate Chartered Governance (FCG/ACG) or Certified Compliance Practitioner/Professional (CPrac/CProf);
  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience in governance, risk, and compliance;
  • Active membership status with Compliance Institute SA, Institute of Risk Management SA or Chartered Governance Institute of SA;
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills;
  • Commercial awareness and the ability to understand broader business issues;
  • Strong research skills, exceptional investigative and probing skills;
  • Excellent communication skills.


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