INDEPENDENT CHAIR - AUDIT, RISK AND IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE

INDEPENDENT CHAIR - AUDIT, RISK AND IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE (ARIC)

Independent Presiding Member (1 Position)

Independent Deputy Member (1 Position)

PURPOSE OF THE EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

The Shire of East Pilbara is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified and experienced individuals to be appointed as one (1) Independent Presiding Member and one (1) Independent Deputy Member of the Shire’s Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC).

The Independent Deputy Member will be required to attend and chair meetings of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee only when the Independent Presiding Member cannot attend the meeting.

The establishment of the ARIC forms part of the Shire’s transition to an audit committee model, which is consistent with the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (DLGIRS) reform agenda and industry best-practice guidance for audit, risk and improvement oversight in Western Australian local government.

The ARIC replaces the former Audit Committee model and has an expanded role, with a strengthened focus on risk management, organisational improvement, governance and assurance.

OBLIGATIONS OF THE AUDIT, RISK AND IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE

The Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee is an advisory committee of Council. Its role is to provide independent advice and assurance to Council in relation to:

• financial reporting processes and external audit outcomes;
• the effectiveness of the Shire’s risk management framework and internal controls;
• internal audit, compliance and improvement activities;
• legislative compliance, integrity and ethical governance; and
• organisational performance and continuous improvement.

The Committee does not exercise delegated authority or decision-making powers. Meetings are open to the public.

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST APPLICATION PROCESS

Prerequisites for consideration

Applicants must demonstrate:

· substantial experience in audit, risk management, governance, finance, law or a related discipline;

· a strong understanding of public sector governance frameworks, with Western Australian local government experience highly desirable;

· experience on boards, committees or advisory bodies (chairing experience is desirable);

· the ability to exercise independent judgement and provide objective, evidence-based advice;

· high standards of integrity, professionalism and ethical conduct; and

· strong communication and analytical skills.

Professional qualifications such as CA, CPA, CIA, CISA, GAICD or similar are highly regarded.

Application

Expressions of Interest should include:

1. A brief covering letter outlining interest in the role;
2. A current curriculum vitae detailing relevant qualifications and experience;
3. A short statement addressing the selection criteria and the applicant’s suitability to contribute to (and potentially lead) an Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee in a large, remote local government context; and
4. Referees should be made available upon request.

Applicants are encouraged to indicate in their application whether they wish to be considered for the role of Presiding Member, Deputy Presiding Member, or either role.

Lodgment Process

Applications should be submitted by 10.00am (WA Standard Time) on Tuesday, 3 March 2026via the recruitment mailbox: [email protected] and should be marked for the attention of Sylvana Caranna, Manager People and Culture.

Enquiries

For further information, please contact:

Sylvana Caranna, Manager People and Culture

Phone: (08) 9175 8000

Email: [email protected]

Join a Team working with passion and purpose aimed at proactively achieving the Shire’s Vision and Objectives while living its values of Leadershipwith HEART -Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork.

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