Risk Advisor

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn; South Canberra; On-site; AUD 114,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive remuneration package

Salary packaging including novated Le年

Paid parental leave 24 weeks

Parental leave up to 14 weeks

Professional development support

FLOURISH Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is seeking a Risk Advisor to support the enterprise risk management framework across the organisation. This role involves managing operational, strategic, program and project risks, and providing specialist risk advice to schools, ELCs and school aged care services for excursions and events.

Responsibilities include developing risk management plans, registers and treatment strategies, creating guidance materials for risk

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field.
• Accreditation in Work Teach and Lead policies.
• WWVP registration and WWCC required before commencing.
• Current Drivers Licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide risk management support to CACGEL programs and projects, including development of risk management plans, registers and treatment strategies.
• Develop templates, tools and guidance for schools and services to conduct risk assessments for excursions, events and activities.
• Prepare risk reports and briefings for the Principal Risk & Assurance Officer, executive leadership, and Board committees on operational, strategic, program and project risks.

Education

Tertiary qualification in a relevant field

Job description

Salary: $134,112 plus superannuation
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Application Closing Date: 26 September 2026Job Number: 507258

About Us

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) operates in the ACT and NSW, supporting 56 Schools and nine Early Learning Centres (ELCs).

About the Role

The Risk Advisor plays a critical role in supporting the implementation and maintenance of the enterprise risk management framework for the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL). This role manages operational, strategic, program, and project risks across the organisation, and provides specialist risk advice to schools, Early Learning Centres, and School Aged Care Services for excursions, events, and other activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide risk management support to programs and projects across CACGEL, including development of risk management plans, risk registers, and risk treatment strategies.

• Develop templates, tools, and guidance materials to support schools and services in conducting risk assessments for excursions, events, and activities.

• Prepare risk reports and briefings for the Principal Risk & Assurance Officer, executive leadership, and Board committees on operational, strategic, program, and project risks.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Attractive remuneration package
• Access to salary packaging, including novated leasing
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access to the FLOURISH Employee Wellbeing Program, offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services

Qualifications and Eligibility

• Tertiary or qualifications in a relevant field
• Ability to obtain and maintain Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy
• Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration and Working With Children Check (WWCC) required to be obtained before commencing
• Current Drivers Licence

CACGEL is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support schools and ELCs to deliver quality education outcomes for students.

For further information about CACGEL, please visit the website.