Risk and Compliance Advisor

Risk and Compliance Advisor

• Salary Range Band 7 ($104,946 - $117,440) plus 11% super (pro rata)
• Part-time (3 days per week) 6 month fixed-term position to support employee transitioning to retirement
• We are a diverse & inclusive council based in St Kilda with a positive culture and flexible working arrangements possible 

About City of Port Phillip 

We are a vibrant and diverse inner-city council stretching 20kms from South to Port Melbourne along the stunning bay beaches down to Elwood and out to St Kilda East with around 1000 people who all work together to deliver more than 100 programs and services to our engaged community of residents, businesses and visitors. What does that mean? Think, childcare, libraries, parks, recreation, waste rubbish collection, road maintenance, family and youth services, property & assets, city planning & development, customer experience, digital technology, governance, people, culture and safety, and of course South Melbourne Market!  City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation. 

What’s the role all about 

This exciting role will see you support the development and embedding of risk management and compliance across the organisation and promoting and embedding a positive risk and compliance culture

Part-time (3 days per week) 6 month fixed term opportunity 

What you might do 

• Drive the implementation of Council’s Risk Management Framework and Policy.
• Lead the development of organisational risk management plans across Council and maintain the Departmental Operational risk registers, including the use of appropriate supporting IT systems.  
• Provide training and undertaking regular reporting and monitoring of operational risks and controls, in partnership with relevant staff and managers.
• Review and assess external risk management and emergency plans for events on Council land and provide feedback to organisers.
• Support the development of a new compliance framework (including key legislation, policies and standards) and implementation of compliance monitoring and reporting activities.
• Provide risk management content for departmental business plans and the annual council plan
• Offer expert advice to council staff on risk and compliance controls and associated management practices. 

Who we are looking for 

• A Degree or Diploma in risk management or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in embedding risk management &/or compliance frameworks within complex organisations including integration of risk management into business processes to meet current and future organisational challenges.
• Demonstrated expertise in interpretation and application of legislation and relevant industry standards.
• Demonstrated experience in communicating enterprise-wide risk management and compliance awareness training, coaching and presenting.
• Demonstrated experience working in cross organisational contexts and an ability to build positive and productive working relationships.

Our work environment  

We love what we do and are all proud to work at the City of Port Phillip. Yes, we are local council, and we are one with vibrancy, passion and ambition who are a welcoming, health conscious, diverse and inclusive. Our Main location at the iconic St Kilda Town Hall offers a heritage and modern open plan hub to work from where people can collaborate and develop both professionally and personally whilst planning and delivering a range of important services and programs to the community.  

Proudly as one we all take accountability to put our community first. Together we work, creatively and strategically we think and with courage comes growth and with integrity we perform. 

What’s in it for you 

• We offer a hybrid working model with our core setup being 50-60% in the office depending on team requirements and welcome further conversation to meet your working style and needs 
• Be supported and empowered to be your best by a passionate leadership team that encourages collaboration and innovation
• Our work hubs are located close to our very own Child Care centres making accessing childcare a breeze!  
• Career development opportunities within your team and/or across council plus a great study assistance allowance of up to $4000 per year per person and 6 hours per week study leave (on approved courses only)
• Flexible working conditions, an active social club, supportive health and wellbeing program, and a well- regarded Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Our very own Pride Network, that helps create an environment where each and every person can feel safe, welcomed, seen, and supported to bring their whole selves to work   
• 20 weeks paid parental leave and our pioneering 24 weeks paid leave for single parents.
• Access to novated leasing and salary sacrificed technology
• Plus, access to discounted public transport through our Commuters Club 

Security Requirements and Professional Obligations      

Pre-employment screening will apply to all appointments.  

Prior to a formal letter of offer, preferred applicants will be asked to provide:

• Evidence of mandatory qualifications/registrations/licences,
• Sufficient proof of their right to work in Australia, and                                                       
• Sufficient proof of their identity. 
• Evidence of COVID-19 Vaccination or valid medical exemption in line with City of Port Phillip Vaccination Policy
• Complete a National Police Check completed via City of Port Phillip’s Provider.

So, what’s next?  

Hit that APPLY button now! 

Whether you think you meet all the requirements or not, we strongly encourage you to apply, as we take a holistic approach to considering your skills, life experience, and alignment to our key selection criteria. You’ve got this! 

Please submit; 

• Resume – latest and detailed version  
• Cover letter no longer than 2 pages that captures your response to the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) found on the Positions Description (PD).  

Note: Only applications submitted via the online Recruitment Portal will be considered. 

For further information please contact Julie Snowden, Coordinator Risk and Assurance on phone 0421 337187 or email Julie.snowden@portphillip.vic.gov.au

Applications close 11.59pm Tuesday 9 April 2024

The City of Port Phillip is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued. We actively welcome and encourage candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nation and Torres Strait Islander candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and candidates with a disability. 

If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact Shane Turner (Recruitment Advisor) on phone 0421 757 521 or email: recruitment@portphillip.vic.gov.au

PD Risk and Compliance Advisor.pdf