Share The Care!

Carers ACT is all about caring. Caring for our Carers, our Community and our Colleagues.

Make a difference by sharing your passion.

Carers ACT encourages all staff to make a difference in the lives of Carers. Your passion for the work you do each day can make a difference in the lives of family members or friends who provide assistance with the tasks of daily living to someone who lives with a disability, a medical condition, a mental illness or is frail and aged.

Come and work with us and be one of the voices for carers in the ACT and work with industry and government to make Canberra a more carer-friendly community.

About the role

As our Risk and Compliance Officer, you’ll play a key role in supporting internal audits, compliance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation. You’ll help maintain risk and WHS registers, assist with policy updates, and collaborate with teams to embed a culture of quality and accountability. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who brings a proactive mindset, strong communication skills, and a passion for working in the community services sector.

Your duties will include

Support the day-to-day administration of the Risk and Compliance team

Support delivery of internal audit schedules and compliance reviews

Assist with policy and procedure updates to meet changing regulations

Contribute to maintaining risk registers and WHS monitoring

Work collaboratively across teams to embed quality and compliance

Provide administrative and project support across risk, compliance and WHS functions

Preparing reports and documentation as required to support compliance, reporting, and operational planning.

About you

Essential

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar Risk and Compliance Officer Role.

Highly developed documentation, record keeping and file management skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Experience using Microsoft programs including SharePoint, Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams.

ACT WWVP card with NDIS activities or willingness to obtain.

Obtained relevant certificate or currently studying.

Desirable

Clinical experience or qualification

Experience in Aged Care or NDIS sector

At Carers ACT, we take pride in fostering an inclusive environment and promoting a strong work-life balance. As a valued member of our team, you can expect the following benefits:

Care-Friendly Environment: We prioritise creating a care-friendly organisation where every employee feels supported and included.

Competitive Remuneration: We offer competitive salaries within the sector, recognising and valuing your skills and contributions.

Salary Packaging: Take advantage of our salary packaging options to maximise your take-home pay, providing you with additional financial benefits.

Commitment to Learning and Development: We are dedicated to your professional growth and offer various opportunities for learning and development. From formal training programs to informal mentoring, we support your continuous development.

Free Parking: Enjoy the convenience of free parking, making your work commute hassle-free and cost-effective.

We offer stability and security with a full-time, ongoing position, allowing you to make a long-term impact and contribute to our organisation's success. You will join our team at our head office located in Holt with occasional travel between local sites, providing diverse experiences.

If you would like to be considered for this role, please click APPLY NOW and send your current CV with a cover letter summarising your skills and experience.

We will interview as we receive applications, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Carers ACT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud of our team, representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills.