Governance and Audit Manager
Closes: Apr 15, 2025
- Earn an attractive remuneration package ranging between $135,771 plus superannuation.
- Play a pivotal role in the facilitating good governance, risk and compliance through the organisation.
- Benefit from a comprehensive range of perks, including relocation assistance, remote area allowance, salary sacrifice options, 6 weeks of annual leave plus 10 days of personal leave, and more!
Our passion for community is at the heart of everything we do
Our vision is to be a leader within the Australian Local Government and develop a broad range of strategies that will help shape our vision for the region through excellent service delivery and community engagement. We also aim to build one of Australia's most sustainable, vibrant, and diverse regions. Victoria Daly Regional Council runs a range of programs to engage the Indigenous communities.
For more information, please visit our website: https://www.victoriadaly.nt.gov.au/
How you’ll make a difference
Victoria Daly Regional Council is looking for a full-time Governance and Audit Manager based in Katherine, NT.
This position is responsible for facilitating good governance, risk and compliance throughout the Council and will conduct regular reviews to ensure Council is compliant with Acts, regulations and guidelines.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Work Develop and oversee governance, risk and compliance matters for the Council, ensuring all staff understand the importance of following Council practices.
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Evaluate the efficiency of processes and procedures and improve them as required.
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Regularly review Councils website and conduct regular governance compliance reviews on Council documentation to identify hidden risks or noncompliance.
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Oversee the management of all Governance compliance reviews and testing's to ensure Councils compliance and facilitate the implementation of actions arising from internal and external audits.
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Manage and review the Councils Policies and Procedures to ensure they are up to date and in line with the Local Government Act, Regulations and all appropriate legislation.
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Identify possible compliance risks and issues and provide advice or training as required.
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Manage Councils risk register and management plan, communicating expectations and obligations through Executives and Managers.
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Develop and maintain public registers and internal registers required under the Local Government Act 2019.
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Assist in the development of Council’s Regional Plan and Annual Report.
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Deliver annual governance training to all local authority committees.
Please click here to see the full position description.
As the Victoria Daly region has a large Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population, you will need to ensure cultural sensitivity and awareness across all activities.
What you’ll bring to the team
To qualify, candidates will need proven knowledge and experience in governance, risk and compliance. While specific Business, Community Development or Governance qualifications are essential, experience in governance and risk management would be an advantage.
Additionally, you will join with the following skills and background:
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrated high ethical standards.
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Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and organisational skills and well-developed written skills.
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Proven awareness of the need for cultural sensitivity and the ability to work in a cross-cultural environment.
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Ability to evaluate processes and procedures and implement improvements across an organisation.
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Demonstrated ability to be able to research and formulate policies relevant to the organisation and compliant with Acts and Legislation.
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Ability to produce clear and concise reports to executive and Council in a timely manner.
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Liaise effectively with a variety of stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
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Strategic and decision-making skills with an analytical and innovative approach to problem solving.
As the ideal candidate, possessing excellent interpersonal communication skills, the ability to multitask and negotiate, and a professional approach to problem-solving are key. This role is for someone adaptable, flexible, and capable of meeting deadlines, making them a perfect fit for our dynamic team environment.
A rewarding role - in more ways than one
In addition to a competitive salary of circa $135,771 per annum + superannuation, the successful candidate will enjoy rewarding work in a part of the world rarely seen by outsiders.
You will also receive access to a range of additional generous perks, including:
- Relocation assistance available up to $5,000 - let us help you make Katherine your new home
- Remote area allowance of $1,206.60
- Salary sacrifice options available - increase your take-home pay
- 6 weeks of Annual Leave + 17.5% Leave Loading
- 10 days of Personal Leave
- Travel allowances
- Flexible working arrangements
- Paid training and study leave
- Ongoing professional development opportunities - the Council actively supports the career progression of its employees through internal hires for leadership positions
Ready to Apply?
Are you experienced in Governance, Risk and Compliance and looking for a role where you can support diverse programs and remote communities? Apply Now!
Applications close 15th April 2025
