Compliance Risk Practitioner – Post REF : 20001613

Durban University of Technology; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking a Compliance Risk Practitioner to develop compliance policies and ensure adherence to regulations. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in compliance frameworks, project management, and stakeholder engagement. This role also involves training staff on compliance matters and coordinating audits. A relevant Honours Degree and professional certification are mandatory.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in a compliance environment.
• Experience in Generally Accepted Compliance Practice Framework.
• Knowledge of higher education policies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Compliance Policy and Framework.
• Coordinate compliance audits and report to governance structures.
• Lead compliance awareness training.

Skills

Compliance Frameworks

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Education

Relevant Honours Degree (NQF Level 8)

Professional certification (e.g., CRMA, CIA)

Job description

Job title: Compliance Risk Practitioner – Post REF: 20001613

Job Location: KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline: October 19, 2025

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) in Enterprise Risk Management, Internal Audit, Finance, or related field
• Professional certification such as CRMA, CRM-Prac, CRM-Prof, or CIA

IDEAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

• Master’s in Business Administration; Master’s in Business Leadership; or MPhil in Internal Audit (or other related Master’s degree)
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum 8 years in a fully-fledged compliance environment
• At least 5 years’ experience in :
• Generally Accepted Compliance Practice Framework
• Combined Assurance Framework (CAF)
• Business continuity, including practical implementation
• Contract management, including identification of risks before executive sign-off
• Project management with measurable outcomes
• Interacting across all organisational levels (At all levels within the institution)
• Experience in serving on an oversight structure, even if as merely an internal role player.
• Knowledge of higher learning policies, procedures, and legislation will be an advantage.

IDEAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Higher Education sector experience
• Understanding of organisational strategy
• Registry systems and processes experience
• Experience coordinating organisation-wide roadshows.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Compliance Governance Documents :

• Develop and implement Compliance Policy and Compliance Framework
• Align systems and processes with Generally Accepted Compliance Practice Framework.

Statutory, Regulatory & Policy Compliance Monitoring and Reporting :

• Interpret and track legislative changes and integrate into DUT systems.
• Collaborate with Lines of Assurance (OHSE, IAF, Legal Services, Employee Relations, Registry, statutory auditors).
• Coordinate compliance audits and report to governance structures.
• Escalate non-compliance incidents appropriately.

Stakeholder-Centricity :

• Develop and maintain a Compliance Stakeholder Matrix (CSM).
• Map stakeholder roles and responsibilities and align with best practices.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to drive a zero-tolerance culture toward non-compliance.
• Support statutory / external audits.
• Collaborate with Judicial Services to enhance compliance in student services.

Compliance Training and Awareness :

• Lead compliance awareness and training for new and existing staff.
• Embed compliance into daily operations.
• Partner with Judicial Services to raise awareness on compliance processes.