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Lead, Enterprise Risk Management – Quality Assurance
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About the role
- University of Alberta risk leader advancing enterprise risk management and quality assurance. Developing risk analytics, assurance architecture, and executive reporting for university governance.
Responsibilities
- Lead the continued evolution and implementation of the University of Alberta's Enterprise Risk Management framework
- Define risk appetites and operationalize risk thresholds with the VP USOF and PEC-S
- Develop risk identification, horizon scanning, risk analysis, reporting, and discussion processes
- Facilitate risk workshops and discussions with academic leaders, researchers, Deans, and executive teams
- Redefine the Enterprise Risk Management Committee Terms of Reference
- Prepare reports and dashboards and present risk reports at Board Audit & Risk Committee and Board of Governors meetings
- Lead the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program under the IIA's Global Internal Audit Standards
- Architect a Combined Assurance map across the university and identify assurance blind spots and redundancies
- Review internal audit engagements and drive continuous improvement in assurance delivery
- Lead and develop assurance professionals and consultants
- Support the five-year Quality Assessment Review, with 2026 being a review year
- Enhance relationships with post-secondary and related-entity audit groups
- Develop Key Risk Indicators, dynamic risk sensing, and early-warning institutional metrics with the Institutional Data Analytics office
- Synthesize complex risk interdependencies into concise executive reporting
- Ensure Internal Audit process changes comply with the International Professional Practices Framework
- Provide subject matter expertise in enterprise fraud risk assessment, integrity culture, and systemic risk mitigation
- Mentor existing staff and assist with departmental initiatives and projects
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years progressive experience in enterprise risk management, strategic planning, advisory, or governance/assurance
- Experience developing and implementing Enterprise Risk Management programs and facilitating executive-level strategic risk workshops
- Experience leading Quality Assurance and Improvement Programs (QAIP) or modernizing assurance methodologies under Global Internal Audit Standards
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as Business, Strategic Management, Public Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems, or Human Resources
- CRMA, CIA, CRM, PMI, or Change Management certifications preferred
- CPA or MBA considered strong assets
- High emotional intelligence (EQ), systems thinking, and political acumen
- Competence applying internal control frameworks and/or internal audit processes
- Knowledge of data analytics, business intelligence, quantitative analysis trends, techniques, and leading practices
- Ability to identify and analyze risks or control weaknesses and evaluate their impact on business operations
- Understanding of internal control, risk management assessment, and governance frameworks
- Strong project and time management skills; ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
- Professional experience managing resources, facilitating effective team interactions, providing feedback, negotiating issues, and resolving problems
- Superior verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Annual salary commensurate with qualifications
- Inclusive and accessible hiring process with accommodations available
- Mentorship and development opportunities
- Position excluded from the bargaining unit
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