Job Description
Ascham is Australia's only Dalton School—a leading academic, non-denominational girls' day and boarding school (Prep–12) in Sydney. Since ****, our approach has placed the individual girl at the centre—developing independence, confidence and a strong sense of purpose. Ascham graduates leave ready to lead, with the curiosity, capability and character to shape their world.
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We value staff who demonstrate a positive, proactive approach to their work and have a willingness to participate in the life of the School. We look for energetic, dedicated and capable staff who are full of ideas; embrace a fast-paced environment; and demonstrate initiative, empathy and professionalism to help the School achieve its strategic objectives.
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About this Role
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We are currently seeking a permanent full time Risk and Compliance Manager to ensure robust governance, effective risk management, legislative compliance and a culture of continuous improvement across the School. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Company Secretary and working all year round, this is a pivotal role that helps to protect Ascham's people, reputation, assets and operations. If you have experience in a similar role; and would love to help us foster a culture of accountability, safety and continuous improvement we'd love to hear from you.
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What You Will Do
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Manage strategic, operational, financial, reputational, child safety, cybersecurity and business continuity risks
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Promote a strong culture of risk awareness, compliance and accountability throughout the School
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Oversee the identification, assessment and management of Work Health and Safety (WHS) including psychosocial risks
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Provide risk and compliance reporting to School Management, the Senior Leadership Team and School Council
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Develop and maintain the School's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework
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Support risk assessments for events, excursions, tours and other school activities
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Oversee the School's compliance framework and reporting systems via the CompliSpace Assurance Program
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Manage audits, registration e.g. with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), and reporting obligations.
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Develop, review and implement policies, procedures and standard operating procedures.
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Support the implementation of Child Safe Standards
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Coordinate risk and compliance training programs
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Support crisis management and emergency response planning
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Coordinate business continuity and organisational resilience initiatives
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Oversee campus inspections and compliance reviews
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Manage hazards, incidents, investigations and corrective actions.
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What You Will Bring
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Risk and Compliance Certification
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Robust expertise in enterprise risk management and compliance
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Sound knowledge of governance, WHS, child safeguarding and regulatory frameworks
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Ability to interpret legislation and translate requirements into practical policies and procedures.
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Excellent stakeholder engagement, influencing and written / verbal communication skills
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Experience conducting audits, investigations and compliance reviews
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Strong analytical, reporting and project management capabilities
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High levels of integrity, professionalism and attention to detail
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Ability to use technology across various compliance and Microsoft Office platforms
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A commitment to child safety and organisational excellence
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A current First Aid / CPR Certificate and valid Working with Children Clearance (WWCC).
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Experience within an education, healthcare or highly regulated community sector; and a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline such as law or business would be well regarded.
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Interested?
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Then, if this sounds like you, by *****pm on Wednesday 2 September ****.
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📌 Risk And Compliance Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Ascham School
📍 New South Wales