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Educor is the largest provider of private education in Southern Africa. We provide Higher, Private College (Further Education and Training Institution) education via face-to-face classes, distance learning and online learning. We offer full-time and part-time studies, providing people from all walks of life with access to education.
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Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance Lead (JB4657)
- We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance Lead to oversee and manage the legal, regulatory, and compliance functions within our institution. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing institutional frameworks, governance structures, and the rollout of the Quality Assurance Framework (QAF), requiring significant planning and organization.
Qualifications and Experience:
- A legal qualification (LLB or equivalent), preferably with admission as an attorney or advocate.
- Extensive experience in a legal, regulatory, or compliance role, preferably within the higher education sector.
- Strong understanding of South African higher education regulatory frameworks, including DHET and CHE requirements.
- Proven experience in policy development, governance, and institutional planning.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage comprehensive frameworks for the institution’s governance structures.
- Ensure effective implementation and monitoring of the Quality Assurance Framework (QAF) across the institution.
- Lead the development and updating of institutional policies to ensure they align with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Co-manage compliance aspects related to obligations under the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and the Council on Higher Education (CHE).
- Handle and resolve student disciplinary matters in accordance with institutional policies and legal standards.
- Draft and develop new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies to support institutional operations.
- Regularly monitor and report on compliance across all aspects of the institution’s operations.
If you have a strong legal background, a commitment to maintaining the highest level of compliance, and the ability to manage complex legal and regulatory matters, we encourage you to apply for this pivotal role.
Qualifications
Qualifications and Experience:
- A legal qualification (LLB or equivalent), preferably with admission as an attorney or advocate.
- Extensive experience in a legal, regulatory, or compliance role, preferably within the higher education sector.
- Strong understanding of South African higher education regulatory frameworks, including DHET and CHE requirements.
- Proven experience in policy development, governance, and institutional planning.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
Method of Application
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