Address- $115,540 - $136,336 + up to 15.4% superannuation - ASC Grade 6
- Canberra
- Ongoing Full Time
Applications close at 11:30pm AEST on Wednesday 15 May 2024 (late applications will not be accepted).
The Australian Sports Commission is embarking on the Green and Gold decade. An exciting time filled with international sporting competitions on home soil, including the Men’s and Women’s Rugby World Cup, and culminating in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We have an ambitious new Strategic Vision and we need the best players on our team to help us deliver real results for the sporting sector and all Australians.
Are you up for the challenge?
About the team – Governance and Risk (G&R) contributes to the long-term success of the ASC by providing effective guidance, coordination, and oversight over the key ‘systems, processes, and structures’ (elements of governance) that the ASC has established, which direct the entity towards achieving its strategic and operational objectives.
G&Rs core focus is on providing confidence to our stakeholders (internal and external) that the elements of governance are managed effectively; through the:
- Promotion of a strong ‘risk aware’ culture
- Advancement of ‘reasoned/sound decision-making’ (across the entity), and
- Delivery of key ‘value-add’ activities and actions.
About the role – the Senior Advisor - Risk, Fraud and Resilience is responsible for:
- Managing the Risk, Fraud and Resilience portfolios to ensure the ASC’s risk management, fraud, business continuity and crisis management responses are met efficiently and effectively, and in line with the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 (PGPA Act) and other statutory legislation.
- Developing and driving enterprise focused risk management and fraud control advice which aligns with better practice approaches and meets business outcomes.
- Leading and managing the ASC’s business continuity management framework, ensuring strategies enable sustainable contingencies and the continued achievement of organisational outcomes.
- Providing advice and support to ensure the ASC meets relevant compliance obligations.
- Anticipating and assessing the impact of changes in Government policy and contribute appropriate responses.
- Working in strong cooperation with other Groups for integrated user-centred solutions.
About you – we are looking for highly motivated individuals with a strong background in risk management, as well excellent communication skills, and experience in leading and delivering quality business outcomes to meet strategic priorities. You will be expected to work collaboratively as part of a high performing team, establish and maintain effective partnerships, and provide timely, compelling, and concise advice to support effective decision making.
This position is offered as an
position.
Why work with us?We have offices located in Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney. Across all locations, we offer:
- Options for flexible working arrangements.
- Annual allowances towards training based on individualised career goals.
- Access to a customised ASC L&D calendar for ongoing professional and career development.
- Generous superannuation scheme with up to 15.4% employer contributions.
- Corporate discount on AIS Shop merchandise.
- Access to Clearinghouse for Sport, an information sharing platform for Sporting professionals.
Additionally, our Canberra campus offers:
- Free onsite parking
- Onsite facilities including café, dining hall, gym, and swimming pool.
- Priority placement for your children to access the award winning, onsite AIS Caretaker’s Cottage Childcare Centre.
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact:
- Contact Officer: Matthew Cox, Director Governance & Risk
- Phone number: 02 6214 1***
- Email address: ***********@ausport.gov.au
Eligibility
- To be eligible for this position applicants are required to be Australian citizens only and must be able to obtain and maintain an AGSVA Security Clearance.
- The ASC is committed to protecting children from harm. We require all applicants that will work with children to undergo screening processes prior to appointment.
- Should a merit pool be established for this position, it may be used to fill ongoing or fixed term opportunities as they arise within 18 months from the date advertised.
- The ASC operates under the Australian Sports Commission Act 1989 and is separate to the Public Service Act 1999. The ASC accepts most leave liability and recognition of prior service if you are currently employed at a Commonwealth agency.
- If you are experiencing issues or have any questions with the e-recruitment system, please contact the People & Culture Hub via email ******@ausport.gov.au or phone (02) 6214 1***.
Acknowledgement of Country
The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where its offices are located, the Ngunnawal people and recognises any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people of the Kulin Nation, the people of the Yugambeh Nation and the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. The ASC extends this acknowledgment to all the Traditional Custodians of the lands and First Nations peoples throughout Australia and would like to pay respects to all Elders past and present. The ASC recognises the outstanding contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to society and sport in Australia and celebrates the power of sport to promote reconciliation and reduce inequality.
Application and Job Description
The Job Description can be downloaded from the attachment below. The application form will include these questions:
- Referencing the job description, please describe why you believe you are suitable for this position, including listing your key relevant achievements [up to 750 words]
- The ASC’s shared values are respect, integrity, teamwork and excellence. Please describe which resonates with you and why [up to 300 words]
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