Risk Coordinator

Permanent Full Time (Flexible)

Band 8 - starting from $122,746 + super + RDO (RDO applicable for full time 38 hours per week only)

• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balance
• Award winning organisation-wide Health and Wellbeing initiatives
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment  

Yarra City Council is seeking a highly motivated individual to lead its Risk team. The role includes oversight of Council’s Risk Registers and Reporting, liaising with every council department and external stakeholders, and overseeing the Emergency Management and Insurance portfolios. We are looking for an experienced risk professional to join our new CFO in building upon a good existing foundation and setting the framework for future success.

The Risk Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive risk management framework to identify and mitigate strategic, operational, and financial risks. This role ensures compliance with legislative obligations and optimises council's insurance portfolio to address coverage gaps and improve efficiency. The coordinator provides risk management advice, supports staff training, and maintains the Council Risk Register to ensure a proactive approach to risk management. This role is also appointed as the Fraud Officer of the organisation.

For further information see the position description or contact John Brockway, Chief Financial Officer on John.Brockway@yarracity.vic.gov.au

 Risk Coordinator - Risk Safety - Position Description (May 2025).pdf

Applications close on Monday 2 June 2025 at 11.55pm.

In your application, please include/attach your Resume and 1-page Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter, provide a brief overview addressing the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) as outlined in the Position Description. A separate document addressing KSC is not required.

*This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check and a Working with Children Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.