Senior manager: risk and assurance

Rhodes University • eastern cape, eastern cape • Posted June 23, 2026

About the Role

Senior Manager: Risk and Assurance (Grade 17)

Office of the Vice‑Chancellor

We invite suitably qualified candidates to join our team.

Responsibilities Develop, implement, and manage the university's Integrated Risk Management and Business Continuity Planning Framework. Develop, implement, and manage the university’s Combined Assurance Framework. Report directly to the Vice‑Chancellor or his nominee and the Audit and Risk Committees (A&R C) on deviations from risk management plans and areas that place the University at material risk, establishing and maintaining an integrated and effective Strategic Risk Management framework. Collaborate with the offices of the Chief Financial Officer and the Registrar. Develop, implement, and manage the Integrated Business Continuity Plan for all facets of the University. Establish a compliance framework to monitor laws and legislation affecting the University and ensure effective compliance. Oversee occupational, health and safety,...