Job description
yourtown is a trusted provider of services for young people, with a focus on mental health and wellbeing, long-term unemployment, prevention of youth suicide, child protection, as well as support for those experiencing domestic and family violence.
yourtown helps children and young people realise they have the ability to tackle whatever life throws at them. We help them to believe in their unique strengths, tenacity and self-determination. We recognise the courage and determination of children and young people when they reach out to yourtown for support.
Realise your potential at yourtown.
your opportunity
As a Governance, Risk & Compliance Coordinator, you will assist and support in the identification, assessment, management and reporting of operational level risk and aid the progression of a risk aware culture. You will partner with the business to maintain and contribute to the improvement of risk and governance related systems, processes, procedures, tools & training resources. Working within the Office of the CEO, you’ll enjoy a close connection to our senior leadership team, providing an opportunity to exert influence throughout the organisation.
In this position, you will:
- proactively provide advice on managing risk and compliance during change and business operations
- report on new or changed risks by monitoring external industry and market changes, and internal trends
- drive and oversee the completion of corrective actions to mitigate risk and ensure compliance
- support critical governance functions such as document and records management, handling of incidents and feedback, and board reporting
- lead by example and champion yourtown values
what we are looking for
At yourtown, we believe in doing things well and taking pride in our work. We’re constantly learning and growing and believe in reaching for great and striving to do our best. If this resonates with you, this could be the role you’ve been looking for!
The right candidate for this role will have:
- Tertiary qualifications and two or more years’ experience in a risk management, policy, and/or a compliance-related role. Alternatively, candidates with four years of experience in a risk management, policy, legal, or compliance position are encouraged to apply.
- Well-developed interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to influence and liaise across a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Strong written communication skills with proven skills in writing reports, briefings, and procedures with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong critical thinking and analysis skills, combined with a keen attention to detail when operating within tight deadlines and successfully handling conflicting priorities.
your benefits
When you join yourtown you will be welcomed into a safe, inclusive, and diverse community and an established and reputable national organisation. We are a resilient, resourceful, and dedicated team who strive to make a difference and not accept the status quo.
Your employment experience will include:
- salary sacrifice options to increase your take home pay
- opportunity for flexible working arrangements. Most of our team split their work week between the office and home.
- access to Paylab to help you save on everyday items like groceries, pharmaceutical, automotive services, as well as things like clothing, books, electricals, furniture, and even holidays!
- opportunities for internal and external professional development
- free access to LinkedIn Learning including over 16,000 learning modules
- a genuine focus on employee health and wellbeing
- yourWellness program includes free access to Calm & Centr Apps
- access to free and confidential counselling sessions for you and members of your immediate family
- access to discounted private health insurance, banking and finance, insurance, and superannuation through our partner organisations
- an environment that genuinely values diversity and cultural capability and is an equal opportunity employer
How to Apply
If you believe in the power of young people and in yourself, join team yourtown and have an amazing impact on the lives of young people, their families, neighbourhoods and the wider community in Australia.
Please submit your resume and a cover letter that outlines how your experience makes you a great fit for this role and for #teamyourtown.
For a full Position Description please visit: our careers page.
Contact: Lily Welch tendersglobal.net Talent Acquisition Specialist tendersglobal.net [email protected], using the subject line: Governance, Risk & Compliance Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.
yourtown has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and we believe that Safeguarding is a shared responsibility of all, for all.
yourtown is committed to providing services that protect and keep children, young people and adults at risk free from harm. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Criminal History Check and retention of a valid Working with Children Check.
yourtown supports vaccination as the best way to keep our people and our communities safe from Covid-19. We require all employees, volunteers, students and contractors to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as a condition of employment.
“In our team we value diversity, inclusivity and people who want to make a difference”