Hlengiwe Kunene
@hlengiwekunene
Strategic risk and ethics leader driving operational excellence and organizational integrity.
What I'm looking for
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
Risk Management Officer
University of South Africa
Sep 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Spearheaded development of a three-year operational model for TM-School, implemented enrollment and work-allocation plans, and produced quarterly risk reports to strengthen governance and sustainability.
Risk & Quality Assurance Lead
University of South Africa
Mar 2021 - Aug 2021 (5 months)
Developed project quality management plans, monitored the risk register with bi-weekly reports, and designed employee training materials to improve competency transitions into academia.
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.
University Planner
University of South Africa
Mar 2018 - Aug 2019 (1 year 5 months)
Managed Annual Performance Plans and departmental reporting, consolidated APP reports for quality assurance, and integrated institutional risk identification and mitigation into strategic plans.
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.
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
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.
Stellenbosch University
Postgraduate Diploma, Applied Ethics
Completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Ethics covering ethical theory and practical ethics applications.
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.
University of South Africa
Postgraduate Diploma, Business Administration
Completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration focused on business management principles and administration.
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Science, Science
Awarded a Bachelor of Science degree covering undergraduate scientific coursework.
The Ethics Institute
Certification, Ethics Management
Completed the Ethics Officer Certification Programme focusing on ethics management and compliance.
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