• Sydney CBD – Hybrid flexibility
• Immediate start 6 month contract with view to further extension
• $77.46 - $88.35 per hour + super

Our Federal Government Client is an independent agency that promotes efficiency and increased transparency in the delivery and funding of public health and aged care services across Australia.

The Corporate Service Section supports the CEO and Agency in all corporate support services including providing strategic advice on corporate governance and risk, legislative and regulatory compliance reporting, security, administration and ministerial matters.

The Role:

The Manager, Corporate Governance and Risk provides key support for business units by assisting the Executive Officer to update and maintain frameworks, policies and procedures to identify and manage risks and to meet its compliance obligations.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Maintain up-to-date governance frameworks through policy drafting and review;
• Identify, monitor, and report on governance risks, issues, and benefits;
• Assist in the ministerial and parliamentary liaison requirements and prepare responses to questions on notice;
• Provide advice on governance matters, supporting the Agency’s strategic vision and decision-making;

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Understanding and ability to contribute meaningfully to developing processes and policies that meet the requirements of corporate governance obligations for a Commonwealth agency subject to the National Health Reform Act 2011 and Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 (PGPA Act);
• Exhibit strong research skills and deliver accurate information to inform decisions;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor complex and or sensitive information to suit a range of audiences
• Ability to manage a range of legislative and compliance obligations including those relating to risk, privacy, protective security and records management;
• Knowledge of the PGPA Act and Commonwealth Procurement Rules along with experience in governance within a Commonwealth or state government environment will be highly regarded.
• Qualifications in Law, Risk or Compliance or other relevant qualifications will be an advantage but are not essential.

To Apply:
To be eligible it is essential that applicants hold Australian Citizenship and have the ability to obtain and maintain a national police check and Baseline clearance.

If you are interested in this role, please do APPLY NOW with your resume and expression of interest in MS Word format or call Karen on 02 9200 3677 for more information.

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