Risk Services

Risk Services plays a key role in supporting the University's integrated risk management framework by helping identify, assess, and manage risks to ensure informed decision-making and the achievement of strategic objectives.

Staff play a key role in risk management and success by identifying and managing risks as well as sourcing and maximising opportunities within their work area.

Records Governance Services

Records Governance Services is responsible for ensuring that the University meets its records and information management obligations in line with legislative requirements, in particular with the NSW State Records Act 1998.  RGS provides advice, education and support and can assist with implementing best practice records and information management programs throughout the University.

Governance Support

The Governance and Assurance Services plays a pivotal role in enabling effective decision-making by providing strategic advice and operational support to the Governing Bodies of the University, including the Council, Academic Senate, and Executive Leadership Team.

Policy and Delegation

The University of Newcastle Policy Library is the authoritative source for the University’s policy documents.

Insurance

The University maintains relevant and appropriate insurance to protect and cover the core activities of staff, students, business and related entities. You may be covered by the University's insurance if you are undertaking officially approved activities related to your work or study.

Internal audit

Internal Audit is an independent and objective advisory service designed to improve the University’s operations and assist in the achievement of the Looking Ahead Strategic Plan (2020-2025).

Fraud and Corruption

All staff are responsible for contributing to the prevention, detection and response to fraud and corruption within their area, and for ensuring compliance with relevant University Rules, Policies and Procedures.

Incident management

The University has plans in place to manage the risks associated with, and maximise the ability to recover from unforeseen and disruptive events such as natural disasters, loss of critical infrastructure or pandemics.