Campus - Risk and Compliance Officer

The purpose of the position is ensuring campus-wide compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including child safety, privacy, and governance. The role involves conducting regular compliance assessments, audits, and implementing corrective strategies. The role also includes managing risk by developing and maintaining risk registers, preparing reports, and creating disaster and emergency plans. Additionally, it involves contract management, statutory compliance, administrative support, and providing advisory services specific to the education sector.

The Requirements for this Position are:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent tertiary qualification.
• At least 7 years’ experience in a related role/field.
• Understanding of education legislation and regulations is beneficial.
• Ability to interpret and apply legal requirements to school policies and procedures.
• Good basic understanding of contract law, with particular exposure to service contracts.
• Developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies.
• Exceptional planning and organisational skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent command of English (verbal and written).
• Leading the development and implementation of compliance programmes.
• Participating in strategic planning for safety and risk management.
• High levels of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Previous experience in a school or educational institution is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities:

• Staying updated with changes in laws and best practices in risk and compliance management.
• Ensure campus-wide adherence to legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., Child Safety, Privacy).
• Conduct compliance assessments, audits, and implement corrective strategies.
• Implement and report on the Risk Management Framework.
• Develop and maintain risk registers with schools and departments.
• Prepare risk and compliance reports for governance and executive committees.
• Develop disaster and emergency plans and training.
• Review and manage contracts for legal compliance.
• Track renewals and deadlines.
• Ensure the College stays updated on legislation changes and update policies, training and procedures accordingly.
• Prepare and submit regulatory filings.
• Maintain compliance records and coordinate training.
• Assist with data entry and reporting.
• Advise stakeholders on compliance matters specific to the education sector.
• Promoting the values, Christian ethos and mission of the College, as well as participating in the broader life of St Stithians College.