Chief Risk Officer – The Australian National University (ANU)
- Inaugural opportunity to establish and lead the risk function
- Provide high-level strategic advice to key senior stakeholders
- Canberra based full time, fixed term position (5 years)
Founded in 1946 by the Commonwealth Government, The Australian National University (ANU) was created to be a university comparable with the world’s best. 78 years later, that vision is realised every day, as ANU continues to provide our nation with unparalleled education and research excellence.
Joining ANU as the inaugural Chief Risk Officer (CRO) presents a rare leadership opportunity to establish and lead the establishment of the University Risk Office, delivering a comprehensive enterprise risk management framework. Reporting to the General Counsel, you will provide high-level strategic advice to the Strategic Leadership Group, ANU Council, and other key stakeholders on risk and audit matters, embedding a culture of proactive risk awareness and best-practice management processes aligned with the University’s strategic priorities.
Your role will be pivotal in integrating risk considerations into decision-making and strategic planning across the University. Working closely with University leadership, external partners, and regulators, you will enhance organisational resilience and oversee internal and external audit functions. Your leadership will ensure continuous improvement in risk practices, enabling ANU to navigate complexity and achieve sustained success in a dynamic global environment.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and forward-thinking senior risk executive to make a significant contribution at Australia’s national university, one of the world’s leading universities. By leading the development of a comprehensive risk management approach, the CRO will enhance the University’s ability to achieve its strategic priorities, ensuring resilience and sustained excellence in a complex and evolving environment.
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To apply, please click ‘apply now’ and upload 1. A statement of no more than 2 (two) pages outlining your vision for the role, and your experience as it relates to the selection criteria, which are outlined in the candidate booklet. 2. A comprehensive CV detailing professional qualifications, full employment history and relevant achievements.3. The names and contact details of three (3) referees with a brief statement of the capacity in which they have known you. We will not contact your referees without your express permission. Applications close at 11.55pm AEDT on Sunday 23 rd February 2025.
For any additional questions or for a confidential discussion please contact Nicola Wortley on 0418 863 328 or Ryan Webster on 0427 329 443.
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