Senior Risk and Governance Advisor

Job Description

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants We are public purpose sector specialists who support the government to deliver services to Australians and build more resilient, equitable, secure and prosperous communities. We are guided by our values of Stronger Together, Amplify Impact, Build Trusted Relationships, Value Every Person, Think Beyond Limits, and Defined by Ethics. Our purpose-driven professionals provide clients with access to the skills and capabilities to support the delivery of government agendas and public purpose projects, with specialist teams across Strategy & Transformation, Finance, Risk & Cyber, Data & Digital and Infrastructure & Property, nationally. The Team As a leader in trust-based services to the public sector, we help our clients achieve outcomes on issues such as policy and program design, organisational integrity, governance, risk, commitment to sustainability and climate change, as well as the efficiency and effectiveness of transformation programs. As a Senior Risk and Governance Advisor , you will apply expertise in corporate and program settings to support our clients pursue their organisational objectives. You will lead a talented team and contribute significantly to the design and structure of project content, critically distilling and translating complex data into recommendations, and managing small to medium sized projects. Together, we will work with clients to establish fit for purpose governance arrangements; de-risk operations, programs or new initiatives; and design and implement bespoke monitoring and evaluation strategies to support our clients in delivering public value. In this role, you will create value by: Supporting the delivery of engagements with government and for-purpose clients with multi-disciplinary teams; Engaging clients in a broad range of topics and industries, including energy, climate, health and community services; Working closely with government and for-purpose clients to provide advice, implementation, and assurance over program design, monitoring, processes, controls and tools for effective governance, risk and benefits management; Applying your intellectual curiosity and willingness to deliver superior outcomes and experiences for our clients; Building relationships with peers and colleagues across our risk, infrastructure and advisory capabilities to drive client value; Demonstrating analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with the ability to think strategically and make informed decisions. Technically, you will bring to the position: A desire to gain experience with government / public sector / not-for-profit organisations; Willingness to apply your skills in a multitude of challenging projects that encourage your development; Strong communication and interpersonal skills; Proven ability to deliver exceptional analytical products and outcomes in agreed timeframes; Qualifications in engineering, business, behavioural economics, commerce, risk, governance or organisational psychology preferred; Demonstrated proficiency in quantitative / qualitative analytics, collaborative engagement and stakeholder management; Experience in one or more dimensions of contemporary governance and program design, risk, or compliance elements; Previous government or professional services experience is highly desirable. About you Aligned to our values, you're collaborative in nature and love working in and celebrating as a team. You respect and care for your colleagues and are curious about others’ views and reflect on the impact we have on others. You have a growth mindset. You're interested in asking questions to challenge our thinking and love new ideas and trying new things. You're curious about and able to put yourself in the clients’ shoes; you earn and value the trust placed in us. You're someone who does what you say you'll do, and you do the right thing when no one is looking, and you call it when you feel something isn’t quite right. To support your development, we offer: Market leading Parental Leave: Allows either carer to take 26 weeks of leave, flexibly, until a child is two years of age. Flex working: Our people have the autonomy to choose where and when they work. Additional leave: Includes Birthday leave, First Nations Cultural Leave, Floating Public Holidays, Leave+ (purchased leave up to 12 weeks), Study Leave, Volunteering Leave, and more! Smart device reimbursement: We help pay for your smartphone or tablet. Wellness and Lifestyle benefits: We’ll give you $295 a year to spend on items or activities that support your wellness. Sonder: A digital care platform that empowers people to actively take control of their wellbeing. We value every person and every voice We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and promoting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. If you too share our purpose of helping governments and their agencies build more resilient, secure, equitable and prosperous communities, then you should apply today. Recruitment and assessment process The interview process at Scyne generally involves two to three interviews including a blend of behavioural, technical, and scenario-based questions to assess a candidate's alignment to the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr