Risk and Compliance Manager

Play a key role in strengthening risk management, compliance and a culture of safety across our College community.

Sacred Heart College, Geelong is a proud, dynamic, and high-performing Catholic school community with strong traditions, a rich history, and a deep sense of welcome. Grounded in the Mercy values of compassion, justice, respect, hospitality, service, and courage, we are committed to educating girls in the Mercy tradition to make a difference in our changing world.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Risk and Compliance Manager to support the College's governance, risk management, compliance and occupational health and safety functions.

• Commencement: As mutually agreed with the successful applicant.

• Employment Type: Ongoing, part-time (0.8 FTE)

The Risk and Compliance Manager plays a key role in developing, coordinating and continuously improving the College's risk and compliance framework, supporting the College to meet its legislative, regulatory and policy obligations.

Working closely with College leaders, the position provides specialist advice and coordinates activities across risk management, governance, insurance, policies and procedures, occupational health and safety, incident management and emergency preparedness.

The successful applicant will bring sound judgement, initiative and strong stakeholder engagement skills to support effective governance, informed decision-making and a proactive culture of risk awareness and continuous improvement.

In addition to fulfilling the Primary Purpose and Key Responsibilities outlined in the position description, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following selection criteria:

Essential

• Relevant qualification in Risk Management, Compliance, Business, Occupational Health and Safety, Governance or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.

• Sound knowledge of risk management, compliance, governance and relevant legislative and regulatory requirements.

• Demonstrated experience in managing risk and compliance processes, including risk assessment, compliance monitoring, incident management, audits and continuous improvement.

• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgement, manage competing priorities and work autonomously.

• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide practical advice and build effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders.

• Commitment to upholding and promoting the College's mission and Mercy values.

Desirable

• Professional industry membership or involvement in relevant networks.

• Understanding of the principles of a Catholic community organisation.

All employees are subject to appropriate employment and compliance checks prior to and during employment.

This position requires:

• A current Police Check and Employee Working with Children Check.

Applications must include:

1. A cover letter addressing the selection criteria above, and

2. A current resume.

Applications close: 5pm Friday 13 November 2026

• All applications must be submitted via the College's employment website.

• Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date. The College reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable candidate be appointed.

• Applications sent from agencies, or directly to the College will not be accepted.