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Expression of Interest - Independent Members to sit on Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee

Tender ID: 582981


Tender Details

Organisation:
Tender #:
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Status:
Closed
Publish Date:
8 April 2025
Closing Date:
25 April 2025

Tender Description

The Shire of Dumbleyung invites expressions of interest from experienced professionals to join its Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee as Independent Members, in the positions of Presiding Member and Deputy Presiding Member. The committee supports the Shire in fulfilling its responsibilities for oversight in areas such as financial audit, risk management and continuous improvement, in compliance with the Local Government At 1995 and associated regulations.

About the Successful Candidate

The Independent Members will preside over the committee meetings, commencing from 1 July 2025, (approximately 2-3 meeting annually) and will be required to have experience and knowledge in the following areas:

• Financial reporting;

• Audit and assurance;

• Principles of good organisational governance; and

• Risk management and internal control principles.

Additional desirable skills and experience include:

• Strong leadership qualities to guide effective committee discussions;

• Analytical skills to assess complex information;

• Knowledge of the local government sector;

• Familiarity with meeting procedures and Local Law Standing Orders; and

• Awareness of emerging risks such as climate adaptation and cyber security.

To be classed as an Independent member, applicants must meet these criteria:

a) Must not be employed by the Shire of Dumbleyung;

b) Must not be an Elected Member of the Shire of Dumbleyung or any other local government authority; and

c) Must not be related to any of the person in categories a) or b).

What We Offer

The role includes renumeration aligned with determinations by the Salaries and Allowances Tribunal for Band 4 local governments. The Council has set the fee at $130 per meeting. Reimbursement of expenses for training, travel, and meals is also available as applicable.

How to Apply

Applications should include a statement of interest and a brief outline (no more than three pages) demonstrating experience in the key areas listed above. Applications should be marked ‘Private & Confidential – Independent Members for Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee’ in the subject heading and be emailed to zeyre@dumbleyung.wa.gov.au

Application Deadline

Submissions close at 4.30pm AWST, Friday 25th April 2025.

Should you require further information or clarification on the above, contact Gavin Treasure, Chief Executive

Officer via email ceo@dumbleyung.wa.gov.au or telephone 9863 4012.


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