Assistant Manager

Office of the Vice President (Corporate)

The Assistant Manager will drive ERM processes and implementation of the university’s ERM framework. Reporting into the Strategic Planning function of the university, he/she will ensure that the university manages its enterprise risk to achieve its strategic objectives.  He/She will be part of a team that supports an integrated strategic planning and risk management process in the University.

Job Description

• Risk identification and assessment, which includes horizon scanning, conducting risk perception surveys and facilitating risk discussions amongst Directors.
• Formulation of risk mitigation plans or workplans and resource budgeting to address business risks and opportunities with stakeholders, as well as tracking the implementation of such plans.
• Risk monitoring, which includes the formulation and monitoring of KRIs, as well as evaluating the impact of global and local risk events/developments on the university’s risk profile.
• Risk reporting to high level management on platforms such as Executive Committee meetings and Audit and Risk Committee meetings.
• Training to inculcate a culture of risk awareness.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in risk management.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in risk management
• Strong analytical, communication, problem solving and project management skills.
• Knowledge of risk management frameworks and best practices
• Ability to create dashboards using PowerBI is a plus