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Enterprise Risk Advisor

Enterprise Risk Advisor

CSIROCity of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
2 days ago
Job description

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Acknowledgement of Country

CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation.

Role highlights

  • Strengthen CSIRO’s enterprise risk management capability and foster a proactive risk culture
  • Flexible work arrangements available + 15.4% super
  • Provide expert advice and services to support the management of risk across CSIRO

About CSIRO

As Australia's national science agency, CSIRO is solving the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. Many of our iconic innovations were once considered impossible until someone, just like you, joined us and took on the challenge. Visit CSIRO.au for more information.

The opportunity

We have an opportunity for an Enterprise Risk Advisor to join CSIRO’s newly formed Integrity Unit. As the Enterprise Risk Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in supporting CSIRO’s enterprise risk management capability. You will provide expert advice and services across the organisation, helping to identify, assess, and manage strategic, operational, and emerging risks that may impact CSIRO’s objectives and reputation. Working collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels, you will promote a proactive risk culture, facilitate risk workshops, and enhance the organisation’s risk management framework.

If you take pride in your stakeholder engagement skills and your ability to apply your risk management expertise to drive informed decision‑making, we would love to hear from you.

Your high‑level duties will include

  • Providing expert advice and support to CSIRO units on the identification, assessment, and management of strategic, operational, and emerging risks.
  • Contributing to the development and review of risk assessment processes, controls, and documentation, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Preparing and delivering risk reports, insights, and recommendations to senior management to inform decision‑making and enhance organisational resilience.
  • Leading configuration, enhancement, and user training for the GRC platform to meet evolving organisational needs.
  • Monitoring and analysing risk data trends, providing actionable insights to stakeholders and supporting continuous improvement of risk processes.

    • Role particulars

  • Location : Any AUS CSIRO site considered
  • Salary : AU$118k– AU$127k per annum (pro rata for part‑time), plus 15.4% superannuation
  • Tenure : Indefinite, Full‑time
  • Reference : 101678

    • As the successful candidate, you will bring

  • Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience in risk management or related field e.g. business, governance, compliance, or a similar discipline.
  • Demonstrated experience in enterprise risk management, including the ability to identify, assess, and manage strategic, operational, and emerging risks in a complex organisation, and the ability to translate complex risk information into practical advice and solutions.
  • Strong understanding of GRC systems and processes, with experience in system administration, configuration, and user support / training.
  • Excellent verbal communication and written skills, including for a range of stakeholders and for Executive forums.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently to meet deadlines and collaboratively within teams to achieve shared objectives.
  • Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with a track record of building and maintaining strong relationships.
  • Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

    • Inclusion and belonging

    Solving Australia's greatest challenges takes a diversity of minds and lived experiences. We know diverse teams are more effective and deliver more innovative outcomes. As an equal employment opportunity organisation, we are committed to creating diverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We recognise true diversity encompasses all ages, abilities, cultures, faiths, levels of education, genders, sexualities, diversity of thought and much more. We focus on hiring people who share our values of People First, Further Together, Making it Real and Trusted. CSIRO holds Gold Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.

    Eligibility

    Applications for this position are open to Australian Citizens only . Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security / medical / character requirements. The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Level Security clearance.

    Child safety

    CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.

    How To Apply

    Please apply online and submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and CV that demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the essential requirements of this role.

    Applications close

    Sunday 23rd November 2025, 11 : 00pm AEDT.

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