Risk and Governance Manager

3 days ago


Perth, Western Australia Anglican Diocese of Perth Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the Risk and Governance Manager role at Anglican Diocese of Perth.

The Anglican Diocese of Perth promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the unique contribution of all people. We are situated in a new office building next to St George\'s Cathedral, with easy access to public transport and excellent amenities. The immediate team consists of 35 team members spread across three floors in the building, who cooperate with over 400 other team members and thousands of volunteers from across the Diocese.

The Opportunity

After seven successful years, the current incumbent is set to retire, and the Diocese is looking to appoint a new team member to strengthen our leadership team and ensure the Diocese meets the highest standards of risk, work health and safety, and governance.

Reporting to the Diocesan Secretary and Executive Officer, you will play an integral role in leading and maintaining our risk and work health and safety management systems. Additionally, you will bring your experience and contemporary knowledge in good organisational governance.

You will provide high-level advice and reporting to several committees and execute key strategic projects across risk management and compliance.

About You
  • You are a collaborative leader with strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. With strong analytical skills, you have the ability to see both the details and the bigger picture.
  • You are driven by a strong commitment to ethical practice and have confidence in working with boards and the leadership team.
  • Your appreciation of the complexities and nuances of a largely volunteer-based organisation will be an advantage.
  • Ideally, you will be familiar with using risk reporting software, be a strategic thinker and be able to respectfully challenge the status quo and drive a best practice culture.
What Can We Offer?
  • Annual salary of up to $140,000 plus superannuation
  • A role with a purpose and impact
  • Gifted 3 days of paid leave over the Christmas period
  • A culture where being authentically human is highly valued
Selection Criteria
  1. Demonstrated experience in policy development and governance
  2. Strong understanding of legislative, regulatory, and compliance frameworks
  3. Strong stakeholder engagement and consultation skills
  4. High-level analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
  5. Excellent communication and documentation skills
How to Apply
  • Provide a cover letter of no more than 4 pages that addresses the selection criteria; and
  • Upload your cover letter and resume by clicking the Apply button.

The recruitment process may include in-person and video interviews, presentations, psychometric testing, documentation and reference checks, or other assessment methodologies as required. Applicants will be advised of this where necessary.

This opportunity closes at 5 pm Australian Western Standard Time (GMT+8), 7 September 2025.

The Diocese reserves the right to close the advertisement before the closing date. Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications early.

Initial and confidential enquiries are welcome and can be directed to Human Resources on

For a copy of the position description, please email

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