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Hlengiwe Kunene

@hlengiwekunene

Strategic risk and ethics leader driving operational excellence and organizational integrity.

South Africa
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What I'm looking for

I seek roles where I can lead risk, ethics, and quality initiatives within mission-driven organisations, driving strategic improvements and fostering ethical cultures.

I am a focused, result-driven leader with 15+ years of experience improving business processes, governance, and ethical compliance across higher education institutions. I specialize in translating vision into actionable strategies that unite people, processes, and technologies to increase efficiency and sustainability.

My background includes leading risk management, planning, quality assurance, and ethics programs—spearheading a three-year operational model, managing accreditation processes, and designing enrolment and work-allocation models that improved organisational delivery. I have developed quality management plans, risk registers, and employee training resources that support institutional goals.

I am skilled at communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences, advising senior decision-makers, and fostering cultures of ethical behaviour and continuous improvement. My strengths include relationship building, team development, and practical application of Lean Six Sigma and ethics management to drive measurable outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

UA

Ethics Practitioner

University of South Africa

Sep 2019 - Feb 2021 (1 year 5 months)

Led development and implementation of ethics management policies and programs, conducted ethical behaviour assessments, and advised senior decision-makers on corrective actions to uphold institutional standards.

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Administrator: General and Financial Support

University of South Africa

Aug 2010 - May 2013 (2 years 9 months)

Oversaw daily business and financial processes for TMALI, monitored budgets, implemented risk controls and mitigation plans, and led a team of five to ensure compliance and performance delivery.

UA

Co-Producer & Co-Presenter

University of South Africa

Jan 2008 - Dec 2009 (1 year 11 months)

Co-produced and co-presented the Lifeline radio show, coordinated guests and prepared guest briefs to ensure timely production and broadcast quality.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

UM

University of Massachusetts Amherst, Isenberg School of Management

Post Graduate Program, Lean Six Sigma / Process Improvement

Completed a Post Graduate Program in Lean Six Sigma focused on process improvement and operational efficiency.

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Stellenbosch University

Postgraduate Diploma, Applied Ethics

Completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Ethics covering ethical theory and practical ethics applications.

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University of the Witwatersrand

Master of Management, Entrepreneurship & New Venture Creation

Earned a Master of Management in Entrepreneurship & New Venture Creation emphasizing entrepreneurial strategy and new venture development.

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University of South Africa

Postgraduate Diploma, Business Administration

Completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration focused on business management principles and administration.

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University of South Africa

Bachelor of Science, Science

Awarded a Bachelor of Science degree covering undergraduate scientific coursework.

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The Ethics Institute

Certification, Ethics Management

Completed the Ethics Officer Certification Programme focusing on ethics management and compliance.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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