Senior Governance and Risk Officer
Role Title: Senior Governance and Risk Officer (REQ601141)
• Ongoing role
• 35 hour working week, in a hybrid working environment
• Join a passionate team, committed to growth and development
• Conveniently located in Sydney CBD, close to public transport
About this role
As Senior Governance and Risk Officer you will bring your expertise to:
facilitate, monitor and report on the Health Professional Councils Authority (HPCA) internal audit program.
support and facilitate the implementation, maturity and continual improvement of the HPCAs enterprise risk management framework and processes.
develop and maintain policies and procedures relating to internal audit, governance and risk and monitor compliance in accordance with best practice standards.
educate, give advice and make recommendations on governance, internal audit, risk management policy development to support informed decision-making and embed an audit and risk culture at all levels of the organisation.
prepare high quality written advice in the form of reports, briefs, or discussion papers to address issues and provide recommendations. Maintain accurate records and appropriate filing.
You will also act as a key liaison point for all stakeholders involved in the overall governance framework, incorporating audit and enterprise risk management.
Crown Clerk 9/10, salary from $129,464 - $142,665 plus Super and annual leave loading
For more information, read the full Role Description.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals with:
Demonstrated experience in leading and supporting audit and risk programs.
Strong communication, project management and time management skills.
The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment.
How to apply
All applicants must review the role description and apply by submitting:
an up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages)
a cover letter explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills (1 page) AND
a response to the two target questions below (1-2 pages maximum)
If you do not include responses to the below questions your application will not be considered.
Tell us about your experience identifying a risk in your service and the controls that were put in place to manage the risk. Explain the steps you took to engage relevant stakeholders in the organisation. What was the outcome?
Describe your approach to managing multiple competing demands and deadlines. In your response, please provide an example of how you have applied your approach.
For role related queries or questions contact Paula Ardino, Manager Corporate Governance HPCA at Paula.Ardino@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ601141
If we can make some adjustments to the recruitment/interview process, then please contact Human Resources on HPCA-humanresources@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: 11:59pm on Thursday, 25 September 2025
Working at Health Professional Councils Authority
The Health Professional Councils Authority (HPCA) is an executive agency of the NSW Ministry of Health. We play an important role in protecting the health and safety of the public by supporting the 15 NSW Health Professional Councils in managing complaints about NSW health practitioners.
Benefits
Hybrid working arrangements
flex leave on top of annual leave
great learning and development opportunities including LinkedIn learning
employee support services
fitness passport
Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At the HPCA we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.
To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade
For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role
Applications Close: 11:59pm on Thursday, 25 September 2025
