Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)
Full time
Want to be part of a truly values-based organization making a difference to people's lives? We are currently recruiting for a Head of Risk & Governance based out of any of our National Possability Group Offices.
About Us: At Possability Group, our mission is to foster a world where everyone can pursue their potential. As a leading Australian non-profit, we provide tailored support, accommodation, employment, and training services for individuals with disabilities and young people facing adversity. We champion inclusion, freedom, and independence, advocating for positive change in our community.
Role Overview: The Head of Risk and Governance is a key senior leadership position responsible for overseeing and driving the organisation's risk management, governance, assurance, and contract management teams. This role ensures that PGL operates in a risk-conscious, ethical, and compliant manner, with risk management practices embedded into daily operations and strategic decision-making.
In this role, you will work closely with the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) and senior leadership and play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining a robust governance framework that aligns with PGL's objectives, to safeguard the organisation's reputation and operational efficiency by mitigating risks, enhancing control effectiveness, and ensuring transparent, legal and ethical governance practices.
Skills/Qualifications/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business, Law, Finance, or a related field. Experience in senior risk and governance roles, preferably within the not-for-profit, government, or similar sectors. Knowledge and experience applying Risk & Governance frameworks and standards. Proven experience working with boards, committees, and senior executives. Mandatory requirements: Current unrestricted driver's licence relevant to the location in which this role is based. State-wide travel as required to meet business needs. Provision of a satisfactory National or International Police Check as required. Provision of Working with Vulnerable People registration with a NDIS endorsement. Provision of a satisfactory pre–employment medical report. If this position looks like your next challenge, please hit the apply button and submit your application through our online recruitment portal.
To be considered, applications must provide the following items:
A current curriculum vitae A cover letter detailing why you are the right candidate for the role. Confirmation of ability to meet essential role and organisation requirements Applications close 5pm Monday 6th January 2025. Please note we may conduct interviews with suitable candidates as applications are received, therefore candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.
Possability is proud to be an equal opportunity employer where every person can feel safe and participate in meaningful work. We are committed to workplace diversity and encourage employment applications from people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. To ensure that all clients and vulnerable people are protected, all employees are required to hold a current NDIS check, National Police check, WWVP Card, and be fully vaccinated against covid-19.
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