• Part-Time, Hybrid or Remote

My client, The Nurse Midwife Health Program Australia (NMHPA) is dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of nurses, midwives, and students by offering free, confidential, and compassionate support services. With a vision of better health for healthcare workers and safer care for the public, NMHPA operates nationally via telehealth and in-person services from various hubs across Australia. Funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care, NMHPA is a key pillar in supporting the nursing and midwifery workforce.

They are seeking an experienced and proactive Quality, Risk & Compliance Manager to lead quality assurance, risk management, and compliance systems across NMHPA. This part-time role (22.8 hours per week) offers flexibility, with hybrid or remote working options available. This is a 12 month maximum term contract, with a SCHADS level 7 classification.

About the Role

As the Quality, Risk & Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Championing a culture of continuous improvement, risk awareness, and compliance within NMHPA.
• Providing expert guidance to the Leadership Team and Board on quality, risk, and compliance matters.
• Overseeing NMHPA’s risk management profile, incident reporting, and compliance frameworks.
• Leading accreditation processes and ensuring NMHPA meets all statutory and regulatory obligations.
• Acting as NMHPA’s Privacy Officer, ensuring best-practice data protection and confidentiality.
• Developing and maintaining quality, risk, and compliance policies, audits, and internal reporting mechanisms.
• Leading the Quality, Risk & Compliance Committee, supporting staff training, and driving best-practice governance.

What We’re Looking For

They are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented leader with:

• Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., risk management, quality assurance, governance, health, or business) OR significant experience in quality, risk, and compliance management.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and monitor quality, risk, and compliance systems, ensuring adherence to legal and accreditation requirements.
• Experience with or the ability to effectively learn Sentrient as a tool used at the Nurse Midwife HPA.
• Experience in managing accreditation processes, internal audits, and compliance reporting, particularly within government-funded not-for-profit (NFP) organisations.
• Ability to assess risks, manage incident reporting systems, and oversee risk mitigation strategies to enhance organisational safety and quality.
• Proven ability to conduct investigations, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions, including preparing clear, evidence-based reports for leadership, boards, and regulators.
• Experience advising senior leadership and boards, influencing a culture of continuous improvement and compliance, particularly in mission-driven organisations.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret regulations, assess risks, and provide strategic recommendations while balancing compliance with operational and financial constraints in NFPs.
• Strong understanding of privacy laws, data security, and confidentiality requirements in a health-related or community-based setting, ensuring ethical governance and best-practice compliance.

Why Join NMHPA?

• Flexible part-time role (22.8 hours per week), with an option for Hybrid or Remote working.
• Make a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of nurses, midwives, and students.
• Work in a supportive, purpose-driven, and inclusive organisation.

how to apply

To apply, please review the full position description and submit:

• A one-page cover letter outlining why you’re a great fit for this role. The full PD is attached if you would like more detail.
• Your resume, detailing relevant experience and qualifications.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ari Siggins via email at [email protected] using the subject line: Quality, Risk & Compliance Manager - The Nurse Midwife Health Program Australia - Flexible Location enquiry via EthicalJobs.

NMHPA is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities. If you require adjustments or accommodations to support your application, please let us know – we’re happy to assist.

A position description is attached.