Risk and Audit Officer

Are you an experienced Risk Officer, Compliance Officer, Governance Officer, Quality Officer, Risk Advisor, Assurance Officer or Internal Auditor looking to make a meaningful impact?

Join Ruah and help strengthen governance, risk, compliance, quality and assurance practices across one of Western Australia's leading community services organisations. In this role, you will contribute to enterprise risk management, governance reporting, audit and assurance programs, regulatory compliance, accreditation activities, policy and procedure review, quality management systems and continuous improvement initiatives.

Working closely with leaders across the organisation, you will support risk assessments, risk registers, compliance monitoring, internal controls, audit action tracking, quality reporting and organisational performance. You will also build strong stakeholder relationships and contribute to the ongoing development of Ruah's Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) framework.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals with experience in risk management, compliance, internal audit, corporate governance, quality assurance, policy development, regulatory compliance, data analysis, reporting, operational risk, strategic risk and stakeholder engagement. Candidates from community services, human services, health, mental health, aged care, disability, government, not-for-profit, education, financial services or other regulated sectors are encouraged to apply.

If you are passionate about risk and compliance, audit and assurance, corporate governance, continuous improvement, quality management, accreditation and organisational effectiveness, we'd love to hear from you.

About Ruah

Ruah is a leading values-driven employer in Western Australia’s community services sector. Our staff go boldly, not just supporting people in need, but working to end homelessness, end domestic violence and create opportunities for people struggling with poverty and mental health challenges.

Our professional team of operational and corporate services staff is backed by one of WA’s biggest Peer support workforces. Our staff reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion, where difference is valued, celebrated and embraced.

By choosing to work with us, you are helping transform the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people in our community.

About the Role

Ruah is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Risk & Audit Officer to support governance, risk, audit and quality activities across the organisation.

Reporting to the Head of Governance, you will assist with maintaining risk registers, coordinating audit and assurance activities, monitoring key quality and compliance indicators, supporting accreditation requirements, and contributing to policy and governance processes. You will play an important role in providing insights and recommendations that support informed decision-making and continuous improvement across the organisation.

This is a full-time permanent position.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation and ongoing review of Ruah’s Risk Management Framework and associated programs
• Maintain and monitor strategic, operational and project risk registers
• Coordinate internal audit and assurance activities, including tracking audit actions, recommendations and continuous improvement initiatives
• Analyse and report on quality, risk and compliance data to support informed decision-making
• Prepare reports and insights for leadership groups, committees and governance forums
• Contribute to policy development, review and legislative and regulatory compliance activities
• Support the delivery of training and provide guidance on risk, governance and quality management practices
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to identify emerging governance, risk and quality requirements
• Contribute to accreditation, assurance and continuous improvement activities across the organisation
• Promote a culture of accountability, quality and continuous improvement throughout Ruah

What we’re looking for

You are an analytical and collaborative professional with strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively across all levels of an organisation.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of contemporary corporate governance frameworks and quality and risk management principles and practices
• Strong conceptual and analytical skills in audit and data analysis, including the use of Microsoft 365 and relevant systems and tools
• Ability to plan, interpret and present information, including writing clear reports and presenting findings to diverse audiences
• Well-developed interpersonal communication skills, including consultation and negotiation, and the ability to build trusted working relationships at all levels
• Experience applying change management approaches to support continuous improvement

Desirable

• Knowledge of ISO 31000 Risk Management principles and frameworks
• Understanding of diversity and social inclusion, including Aboriginal culture
• Experience in community services, health, mental health or other human services sectors

Why Join Ruah?

At Ruah, we invest in our people and provide a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, career and financial security.

Benefits Include

• Salary aligned with Level 4 of the Ruah Enterprise Agreement (SCHADS Award), starting from $92,000 + Super
• 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% annual leave loading
• 16 weeks paid parental leave with flexible access options after 6 months of service
• Generous salary packaging benefits, including:
• Up to $15,900 in salary packaging
• An additional $2,650 in meal entertainment packaging
• Options for travel, accommodation, parking and education expenses
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Ruah-funded Journey Cover insurance for travel to and from work
• Opportunities to participate in Pride initiatives, reconciliation activities and employee working groups
• A purpose-driven workplace committed to diversity, inclusion and social impact

Required compliance documents:

• Current driver’s licence
• National Police Certificate
• International Police Clearance (if applicable)

How to apply 

We’d love to hear from you!

Please click apply, login/create your LiveHire profile, and submit your current CV along with a cover letter of no more than two pages, helping us understand your fit for this role.

Closing date for applications: 15 July 2026.

The Job advertisement may be closed earlier than the date mentioned above.

For further information please contact Simon Pham, Head of Governance, at simon.pham@ruah.org.au

We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, we need people on our team who are representative of the clients we work with, who are passionate about change and courageous enough to stand up for what is right.  Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs. 

We are committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All applicants will undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.