Manager - Audit And Compliance

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE872309
This is a three (3) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible extension (3 months)
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:
11 percent employer contributions to superannuation
More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
The Department is on the CPA Recognised Employer Program and we also provide mentoring for the Institute of Chartered Accounts Australia and New Zealand CA Program.
This opportunity presents career and skills growth, great work culture, support and mentorship.
The Role and our Branch
The Risk and Assurance Branch is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Manager Audit and Compliance.
We encourage all applicants with diverse professional experiences to apply.
The Manager - Audit and Compliance will lead and project manage the Department’s internal audit program, including leading a team within defined financial and time constraints. You will engage with stakeholders to plan, lead and monitor progress on evaluations of Department systems, programs, projects and policies. These reviews will consider performance against better practice and benchmarks, as well as compliance with statutory obligations.
The successful applicant will act with strategic insight to ensure appropriate and timely information is communicated to the Corporate Executive and the Audit and Risk Committee to support quality delivery and outcomes. You will manage and mentor your team to implement and enhance internal systems and practices in a responsible, efficient and ethical manner.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our division for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
Cultural Diversity
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Your written application will be assessed against the following Selection Criteria:
Specific selection criteria
Demonstrated high-level knowledge of and experience in driving the development of internal audit, and Compliance strategy, standards, practices and innovation.
Generic selection criteria
Builds productive relationships
builds and sustains relationships with a network of key people internally and externally
recognises shared agendas and works toward mutually beneficial outcomes
brings people together and encourages input from key stakeholders.
Exemplifies personal integrity and self-awareness
acts professionally and impartially at all times and operates within the boundaries of organisational processes and legal and public policy constraints
takes personal responsibility for meeting objectives and progressing work and commits energy and drive to see that goals are achieved
persists and focuses on achieving objectives even in difficult circumstances.
Communicates and influences effectively
confidently presents information in a clear, concise and articulate manner and translates information for others
approaches negotiations with a strong grasp of key issues, having prepared well in advance
anticipates the position of the other party and adapts approach accordingly
encourages the support of relevant stakeholders.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process. Remaining selection criteria can be found on the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For a full outline of the role responsibilities and selection criteria, please refer to the JDF.
It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
All inquiries are welcomed
Please contact Rowena Williams, A/Director - Risk and Assurance by telephoning (08) 9264 41***or emailing ***************@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow all instructions. It is recommended you have relevant documents completed and ready to attach with your online application. Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications must be received prior to the closing date and time.
Your application should include:
A two (2) page statement addressing the selection criteria listed above, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please phone (08) 9264 4***.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please phone (08) 9264 86***for assistance.
Eligibility and Training Requirements
Employees will be required to:
provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter.
complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement; and
complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment
obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check if required
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 20 February 2024.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions at, or after, 4:30pm will not be accepted.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our division for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
ATTACHMENTS:
d20 0650542 published jdf
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manager Audit and Compliance
professional standards and conduct
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dec 2020.pdf
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