Director Risk, Integrity & Compliance

Swinburne University of Technology

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Reference #
1233_08/22_RTR
Closing Date
02-05-2024
  • Great opportunity for an experienced leader to lead a team in overseeing the development and implementation of risk management strategies and leading the integrity and compliance functions for the University. 
  • Ongoing, full-time position at our vibrant Hawthorn campus
  • Attractive salary + flexible/ hybrid options available 

About the Role? 
The Director of Risk, Integrity & Compliance reports to the Chief Operating Officer and leads a team including enterprise risk management, compliance, conduct and integrity.  They work with senior leaders and external stakeholders to ensure the University has a robust compliance framework, policies and procedures critical to the management of compliance and risk. 

The incumbent will be involved in overseeing and supporting the monitoring of external trends in risk management, compliance, and governance to drive continuous improvement and innovation. It is crucial for fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and ethical behaviour within the university while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.  
 
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the university's strategic priorities and operational needs, with specific duties and qualifications tailored accordingly. 
 
About You ? 
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:? 
  • Significant experience in risk management, governance, compliance, integrity, freedom of information and related fields, preferably in the higher education sector or a large complex organisation. 
  • Demonstrated knowledge of risk management, compliance, integrity and governance principles, regulatory requirements, and best practices applicable to universities in Australia. 
  • Strong understanding of the Australian higher education sector, including its governance structures, funding models, and policy landscape. 
  • Proven high-level strategic, analytical and conceptual skills and demonstrated ability to interpret regulatory and policy requirements, and to respond with high level advice. 
  • Proven leadership experience, including the ability to lead and motivate a team, manage competing priorities, and drive results in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. 

Qualifications 
Degree or Post Graduate qualification in business administration, governance, law or another related discipline.? 

About Swinburne University of Technology? 
Swinburne Horizon 2025 draws upon our understanding of future challenges. With this new strategic plan, we choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship, and proud of it. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research, so that: 

  • Every Swinburne learner gets a work experience 
  • Every Swinburne graduate gets a job 
  • Every Swinburne partner gets a tech solution 
  • Swinburne is the prototype of global best practice 

The achievement of our 2025 moon shots depends on our capacity to work collectively, always, as One Swinburne. 

To Apply? 
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position.?? 

To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page.  
If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. 

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check. 

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on staffrecruitment@swin.edu.au.? 

Applications Close: Thursday 2nd May 2024 at 5pm. 

Swinburne offers flexible working options, leave and parenting/carer policies to support work life balance. 

Equity and Diversity  
Swinburne is a large and culturally diverse organisation and we are proud of our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives.  For further information on all our initiatives visit our Equity & Diversity website. 

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. 

We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates. If you have specific accessibility or support requirements, please contact inclusion@swin.edu.au.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.   

For any support, please contact DeadlyCareers@swin.edu.au or for more information on our Indigenous strategies please follow the link to our RAP Reconciliation Action Plan 

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes  
As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates. ? 

We are a 2023?Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

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