Job Description
Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $92,600 - $105,064
Grade: VIT4
Occupation: Governance and risk management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/VG/1907707
The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) is an independent statutory authority, whose primary function is to regulate members of the teaching profession.
About us
The VIT’s vision is to ensure that Victorian learners have the best teachers. All our work focusses on raising the quality of teaching, and providing for the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
Be part of a workforce who share VIT’s vision and are committed to contributing to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
Risk and Compliance Officer
Salary range $92,600 - $105,064 plus statutory super.
We are seeking a proactive and detail driven Risk and Compliance Officer to support our organisation's risk and compliance management systems. Reporting to the Risk and Regulatory Compliance Manager, you will be part of a small, outcomes driven team with a hands-on role in shaping the Institute's risk and compliance practices.
If you are passionate about risk and compliance, this is your opportunity to make a real impact and join the Shared Services Branch at VIT. We have an exciting and challenging mandate to support the organisation in its vision to enable quality teaching, and provide for the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
The Risk and Compliance Officer role offers an outstanding career opportunity for a professional who is passionate about using their expertise to support VIT in its regulation of Victorian teachers. With expert knowledge on risk and compliance with excellent organisational skills , and strong attention to detail, the role will ensure VIT is a high performing regulator.
Be part of a forward-thinking, risk-based regulator where ideas and opinions are valued.
About the role
The Risk and Compliance Officer will be required to:
Support the execution of strategies related to risk management initiatives:
Foster collaboration between branches to ensure a cohesive approach to risk management
Collaborate with users and risk owners to input and monitor risks, controls and actions.
The development/ and or review of presentations, resources and communications to stakeholders
Work within a team-based environment to support VIT staff to monitor VIT's internal audit program, including by the:
Support of branches in the preparation and completion of internal audits.
Coordinate the collation of evidence for internal audits.
Monitoring progress of actions and recommendations with updates from responsible officers.
Manage the timely preparation and distribution of agendas, minutes, and other documentation as required to the Audit Risk Management Finance Committee.
Prepare reports on audit and assurance functions to the Audit Risk Management Finance Committee, Council and other forums as required.
Support the completion of regulatory obligations
Maintain VIT's incident management system, including the response and escalation as appropriate to incident notifications.
Analyse data and develop reports ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and user-friendly presentation for ease of understanding.
Manage specialist projects as required by the Shared Services Team.
Develop policies as required to ensure compliance with government regulations.
Develop and distribute reports for various levels of the organisation as required.
Maintain records and registers in respect of all of VIT's internal audit, risk management and Audit Risk Management Finance Committee actions and recommendations.
About you
In this role you will play a key part in supporting the organisation by identifying solutions, addressing emerging needs and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Your strong written and verbal communication skills will enable you to manage and present information effectively while your interpersonal skills will support collaboration with a broad range of stakeholders.
You will have sound and demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft 365 as well as strong problem solving and organisational skills are essential. You will be required to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines and handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
How to apply
Please su bmit your resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the attached position description.
To discuss this role further, please contact Rachelle Tippett, Risk and Regulatory Compliance Manager, Shared Services Branch on (03) 8601 6232 or by email at [email protected].
Recruitment and selection process
Our recruitment and selection process is based on the public sector employment principles and will include the following overarching principles
our decisions will be based on merit - we will assess each applicant's skills, knowledge, attributes and qualifications objectively against the key selection criteria
we will be fair, reasonable and equitable - we will provide equal employment opportunities
we will be objective
we will comply with our privacy obligations during the recruitment and selection process.
During the recruitment and selection process, shortlisted applicants may be asked to submit to various assessment tools and pre-employment screenings. This may include consent to conduct a nationally coordinated criminal history check.
The VIT is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment for its employees and stakeholders. We require all employees to comply with VIT's vaccination policy.
Applications close on Sunday, 22 February 2026 at 11:59pm.
Applications close Sunday 22 February 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
6 February 2026
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $92,600 - $105,064
Grade: VIT4
Occupation: Governance and risk management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/VG/1907707
The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) is an independent statutory authority, whose primary function is to regulate members of the teaching profession.
About us
The VIT’s vision is to ensure that Victorian learners have the best teachers. All our work focusses on raising the quality of teaching, and providing for the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
Be part of a workforce who share VIT’s vision and are committed to contributing to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
Risk and Compliance Officer
Salary range $92,600 - $105,064 plus statutory super.
We are seeking a proactive and detail driven Risk and Compliance Officer to support our organisation's risk and compliance management systems. Reporting to the Risk and Regulatory Compliance Manager, you will be part of a small, outcomes driven team with a hands-on role in shaping the Institute's risk and compliance practices.
If you are passionate about risk and compliance, this is your opportunity to make a real impact and join the Shared Services Branch at VIT. We have an exciting and challenging mandate to support the organisation in its vision to enable quality teaching, and provide for the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
The Risk and Compliance Officer role offers an outstanding career opportunity for a professional who is passionate about using their expertise to support VIT in its regulation of Victorian teachers. With expert knowledge on risk and compliance with excellent organisational skills , and strong attention to detail, the role will ensure VIT is a high performing regulator.
Be part of a forward-thinking, risk-based regulator where ideas and opinions are valued.
About the role
The Risk and Compliance Officer will be required to:
Support the execution of strategies related to risk management initiatives:
Foster collaboration between branches to ensure a cohesive approach to risk management
Collaborate with users and risk owners to input and monitor risks, controls and actions.
The development/ and or review of presentations, resources and communications to stakeholders
Work within a team-based environment to support VIT staff to monitor VIT's internal audit program, including by the:
Support of branches in the preparation and completion of internal audits.
Coordinate the collation of evidence for internal audits.
Monitoring progress of actions and recommendations with updates from responsible officers.
Manage the timely preparation and distribution of agendas, minutes, and other documentation as required to the Audit Risk Management Finance Committee.
Prepare reports on audit and assurance functions to the Audit Risk Management Finance Committee, Council and other forums as required.
Support the completion of regulatory obligations
Maintain VIT's incident management system, including the response and escalation as appropriate to incident notifications.
Analyse data and develop reports ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and user-friendly presentation for ease of understanding.
Manage specialist projects as required by the Shared Services Team.
Develop policies as required to ensure compliance with government regulations.
Develop and distribute reports for various levels of the organisation as required.
Maintain records and registers in respect of all of VIT's internal audit, risk management and Audit Risk Management Finance Committee actions and recommendations.
About you
In this role you will play a key part in supporting the organisation by identifying solutions, addressing emerging needs and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Your strong written and verbal communication skills will enable you to manage and present information effectively while your interpersonal skills will support collaboration with a broad range of stakeholders.
You will have sound and demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft 365 as well as strong problem solving and organisational skills are essential. You will be required to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines and handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
How to apply
Please su bmit your resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the attached position description.
To discuss this role further, please contact Rachelle Tippett, Risk and Regulatory Compliance Manager, Shared Services Branch on (03) 8601 6232 or by email at [email protected].
Recruitment and selection process
Our recruitment and selection process is based on the public sector employment principles and will include the following overarching principles
our decisions will be based on merit - we will assess each applicant's skills, knowledge, attributes and qualifications objectively against the key selection criteria
we will be fair, reasonable and equitable - we will provide equal employment opportunities
we will be objective
we will comply with our privacy obligations during the recruitment and selection process.
During the recruitment and selection process, shortlisted applicants may be asked to submit to various assessment tools and pre-employment screenings. This may include consent to conduct a nationally coordinated criminal history check.
The VIT is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment for its employees and stakeholders. We require all employees to comply with VIT's vaccination policy.
Applications close on Sunday, 22 February 2026 at 11:59pm.
Applications close Sunday 22 February 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
6 February 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Risk and Compliance Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
