Build practical risk and assurance systems that work beyond the frameworkInfluence Executive decision-making across a complex care organisationIdentify systemic issues and drive actions through to sustainable closureMalvern Head Office location, not-for-profit Salary Packaging up to $15,900HEAD OF OPERATIONAL RISK AND ASSURANCESenior Leadership role — Aged CareBuild practical risk and assurance systems that work beyond the frameworkInfluence Executive decision-making across a complex care organisationIdentify systemic issues and drive actions through to sustainable closureMalvern Head Office location, not-for-profit Salary Packaging up to $15,900Build the systems that turn risk insight into actionRisk frameworks alone do not protect people.
What matters is whether an organisation sees the right risks early, understands whether its controls are working and acts decisively when they are not.At mecwacare, the Head of Operational Risk & Assurance will lead that work across a complex organisation delivering residential aged care, home care, retirement living and disability services.Reporting to the Executive Director – Finance and Enabling Services, you will create a clear line of sight from frontline incidents, complaints, emerging risks and audit findings through to Executive decision-making and ensure the resulting actions deliver sustained improvement.This is not a role focused on maintaining registers or reporting problems after the event.
It is a visible, hands‐on leadership opportunity for someone who can connect risk, assurance, compliance and quality governance; identify systemic issues; and constructively challenge the organisation to do better.Your impactEnterprise and operational risk management, escalation and reportingControl design, effectiveness testing and assurance planningInternal and external audits,



regulatory reviews and evidenced closure of findingsOversight of compliance obligations across a highly regulated, multi-service environmentOrganisational learning from incidents, complaints, audit outcomes and recurring quality trendsBusiness continuity, resilience and preparednessRisk capability, accountability and ownership across operational and corporate teamsSuccess will mean more than having sound frameworks.
It will mean leaders understand their risks, controls can be demonstrated to work, recurring issues are identified across the organisation and corrective actions remain effective after the immediate scrutiny has passed.About youYou are an experienced risk, assurance, compliance or governance leader who can operate strategically while remaining close enough to the business to understand what is happening in practice.You bring:Significant experience leading risk, compliance, assurance, audit or governance within a complex or highly regulated organisationPractical experience designing and embedding enterprise and operational risk frameworksA strong understanding of controls, assurance methodologies and audit or regulatory review processesThe ability to translate complex legislation and regulatory obligations into clear, workable processesA track record of identifying systemic issues and driving actions through to sustainable,



evidenced closureConfidence providing clear advice and constructive challenge to senior leaders and Executive LeadershipStrong people leadership and the ability to build risk capability beyond the risk functionA relevant tertiary qualification in risk, governance, compliance, audit, business, health management or a related discipline or equivalent professional experienceExperience in aged care, health, community services or another highly regulated environment will be highly regarded.
Just as important will be your ability to understand operations, influence behaviour and enable good decisions without creating unnecessary bureaucracy.Why mecwacare?
mecwacare is a leading not-for-profit care provider supporting people to live well with dignity, choice and purpose.This role offers the opportunity to shape how a growing, values-led organisation manages risk and assurance during a period of significant change across the care sector.You will also enjoy:Not-for-profit salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year, plus additional meal and entertainment benefitsHybrid and flexible working arrangementsGenuine access to senior leadership and Executive LeadershipThe autonomy to strengthen frameworks, assurance practices and ways of working across the organisationA team-oriented leadership environment based at our Malvern Head OfficeProfessional development opportunities and a range of employee benefits and discountsWork with a direct and visible impact on the care, safety and experience of older VictoriansOur values—Caring, Accountable, Respectful and Ethical—guide how we work and how we serve our community.Find out more about what makes mecwacare great by visiting our website encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural and linguistic backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.Successful candidates must hold or be willing to obtain a National Police Check and any other checks relevant to the position.
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📌 Head Of Operational Risk And Assurance (Victoria)
🏢 Mecwacare
📍 Victoria