Risk Advisor

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn; South Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive remuneration package

Salary packaging options

Job summary

The Risk Advisor at Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) will support the enterprise risk management framework and oversee risks across programs, projects, and operations. You will provide specialist advice to schools, Early Learning Centres and School Aged Care services for excursions, events and activities.

Working with the Principal Risk & Assurance Officer and executive leadership, you will develop risk management plans, registers and treatment strategies,

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain WWVP and WWCC before commencing.
• Current Drivers Licence is required.
• Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency eligibility is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide risk management support to CACGEL programs and projects, including risk plans, registers and treatment strategies.
• Develop templates, tools, and guidance for risk assessments for excursions, events, and activities.
• Prepare risk reports and briefings for the Principal Risk & Assurance Officer, executive leadership, and Board committees.

Skills

Risk management

Risk assessment

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

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 2026

Job 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).

The Archdiocesan Schools Office provides a range of services to the system through four directorates including Faith in Learning, School Operations, Corporate Services and Governance and Strategy.

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.