Expression of Interest - Independent External Members of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC)

Central Coast Council (Council) is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to be appointed as independent external members of Council’s Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (the Committee) for an initial period of four (4) years. Council has up to 2 positions to fill.

The Committee currently comprises three Independent External Members and one Councillor and meets at least five times per year at the Wyong Council office or remotely.  This is an advisory committee to Council providing independent assurance, oversight and assistance to Council in the areas of risk, control, improvements, governance, financial reporting and performance.  The Committee currently has members with skills and experience in accounting and financial management.  Council is seeking to broaden to other key areas such as organisational governance, enterprise risk management, strategy development and execution, and corporate improvement.

Members chosen to serve on the Committee should exhibit an independence of mind in their deliberations and not act as a representative of a particular area of the community or Council and be astute to avoid conflicts of interest.  A standard fee inclusive of travel, preparation and all other costs associated with attending the meetings will be paid for each meeting attended.

Please Note: This role is as a panel member and not an employee of Council.

Essential criteria

The following criteria must be addressed indicating knowledge and experience, in accordance with the Local Government (General) Regulation 2021 and Council’s Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Terms of Reference, in the following areas:

1. an ability to read and understand financial statements and a capacity to understand the ethical requirements of government (including potential conflicts of interest)
2. functional knowledge in areas such as risk management, performance management, human resource management, internal and external auditing, financial reporting, accounting, management control frameworks, internal financial controls, governance (including planning reporting and oversight), or business operations
3. a capacity to form independent judgements and willingness to constructively challenge/question management practices and information
4. a professional and ethical approach to the exercise of their duties and the capacity to devote the necessary time and effort to the responsibilities of an independent member of an audit, risk and improvement committee
5. preparedness to undertake any training on the operation of audit, risk and improvement committees recommended by the chairperson based on their assessment of the skills, knowledge and experience of the independent member
6. independence from Central Coast Council.

For further information on the position, including remuneration details, click on the following link for access to the Information Package.

How to apply

Applications are to be submitted using the online application form included as part of this job advertisement. As part of the application, you must answer a series of questions which address a selection criteria. Please ensure that you provide as much detail as possible in response to the questions asked. You will also need to provide a cover letter and current resume as part of your application.

A shortlist of suitable applicants will be asked to progress to a final interview stage.  

For further enquiries: Please contact Edward Hock, Unit Manager Enterprise Risk, ARIC Coordinator on 02 4306 7900 or via ask@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date:  Applications close at 5pm on Tuesday, 22 April 2025.

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HOW TO APPLY

Thank you for your expression of interest.

Apply now using our fast, easy to use on-line application process. 

Don't have access to a computer or electronic device? Applications can be lodged at any of Council's 11 Library locations. Pre-book a free 1 hour computer time-slot by contacting your nearest library https://www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/libraries/our-branches or ask at the  Library enquiry counter.

Please note that you do not need a "password" to use our on-line application system, however you will need to complete your application without leaving the system as your application will not be saved.

** It is recommended that you review the questions and prepare your responses in a Word document or similar before commencing your on-line application. Unfortunately your responses will not be saved if you encounter any problems submitting your application.

To lodge your application, please follow the below steps:

Step 1:  Answer the on-line questions shown below. Please ensure that you provide as much detail as possible in response to the questions asked.

Step 2:  Attach a copy of your current resume and covering letter

Once your application is successfully lodged you will receive an automated response sent to your e-mail address. If a response is not received this means that your application has not been successfully submitted and you will need to lodge another application.

IMPORTANT: If you require assistance to lodge your application please contact our Talent Acquisition team by emailing recruit@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au or phone 0409 601 161 to discuss what reasonable adjustments you may need.

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PLEASE NOTE: By completing and submitting this online application you confirm that any information provided by yourself in this application is true & correct and acknowledge that any offer may be withdrawn should the information that you have provided in support of your application be shown to be false.  You also consent to screening checks being conducted where appropriate.  This may include associated checks (Criminal, financial and academic checks).