Risk and Governance Officer

Our Client, A Large Public Sector Organisation based in Coleraine require a Risk and Governance Officer to join their team.

Role : Risk and Governance Officer.

Location : Cloonavin Coleraine.

Hours of Work : 37 hrs per week.

Hourly Rate : 1-12 weeks £18.41 13 weeks + £20.02

Main Duties :

• Lead on the embedding and continuous improvement of the risk management framework.
• To assist in the coordination of the effective management of risk across Council to foster the development of a culture where risks and opportunities are proactively identified, assessed, reviewed and controlled in all areas
• To oversee the implementation and compliance of Council risk strategy, policies and procedures, supporting risk management work plans to ensure business continuity.
• Ensure that the department complies with all statutory and legislative requirements by adhering to these requirements and working in accordance with good governance and health and safety requirements.
• To assist Audit Risk and Governance Manager with risk and Corporate Governance work across the Council.
• Ensure that all responsibilities are carried out in a timely and effective manner and that confidentiality is maintained in all areas relating to the work of the Council.

Full Job Description available on request.

Essential Criteria :

1. A degree or equivalent level qualification in a relevant discipline, eg risk management, finance, accounting, insurance, business or administration.

AND

2. Be able to demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples on the application form, two years' relevant experience to include the following:

• Practical experience of applying risk management principles to include conducting risk management audits, risk assessments and monitoring and reviewing risk registers.
• Implementing and reviewing business risk management processes (strategic, business and operational).
• Having experience of governance related matters.
• Providing support and advice to internal departments/key stakeholders.

• A clear knowledge of the workings of local government and the wider environment in which it operates.
• A sound knowledge of the legislative framework governing the work of the Council, including corporate governance principles.

• A full current driving licence (Category B, valid in the UK) and access to a vehicle that will enable the post holder to meet the requirements of the post OR have access to a form of transport that enables you to carry out the duties of the post.

If you are interested and meet all essential criteria please apply via the link or contact [email protected] - 02825642699