Flinders University of South Australia · Bedford Park, Adelaide SA
Position Details
About the Role
We are seeking a highly capable Senior Risk and Audit Specialist to join Information and Digital Services (IDS) at Flinders University. Reporting to the Senior Information Security Audit & Risk Lead, you will play a key role in strengthening governance, risk and compliance practices across a complex and evolving digital environment.
Working closely with IDS leaders and stakeholders across the University, you will support the ongoing development and continuous improvement of risk and governance frameworks, policies and processes. You will provide expert guidance on risk, audit and compliance activities, contribute to governance reporting, and help ensure strategic and operational initiatives align with best practice governance standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a governance and risk professional who enjoys influencing outcomes, building strong relationships and driving continuous improvement within a collaborative and forward-thinking team.
Key responsibilities include:
For a more comprehensive list of duties, please see the Position Description.
About You
You are an experienced governance, risk or audit professional who enjoys bringing structure, insight and continuous improvement to complex environments. You have a collaborative approach, strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery. You are motivated by the opportunity to influence positive outcomes and help strengthen governance and risk practices across a large and complex organisation.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
About Information and Digital Services
Information and Digital Services (IDS) are a pivotal resource of the University, providing information and digital technology services and support to the Flinders University staff and student community. The IDS team apply technical expertise to support university projects and provide core services such as the IDS Service Desk, Audio visual, simulation and event services, Information security and identity access management services and more.
Life at Flinders
They say know your place. We say you've found it right here.
Flinders University was founded on the belief that learning should open minds, celebrate individuality and give people the freedom to pursue their own point of view. That spirit lives on in our community of thinkers, doers and changemakers who challenge convention, and each other, to shape what comes next.
Rising to a challenge is nothing new for Flinders. During our first 60 years, we've navigated revolutionary changes in social and cultural norms, and have responded to transformative economic, environmental and technological developments. Through it all, we've continued to deliver for our students and community, innovating in learning and research to prepare graduates for the changing world they help create.
Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them.
So, why work at Flinders?
Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment
Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.
Prescribed Conditions for Employment
Appointment to this role is conditional on the completion of required pre-employment checks and declarations, each of which must be satisfactory to the University. This includes:
How to Apply and Information
Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACST) Tuesday 20 October 2026.
Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.
At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.