Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart, Melbourne, Adelaide Applications close 1 December 2024 About the Department The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government's economic agenda.
Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology.
We do this by: Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions Investing in science and technology Strengthening the resources sector.
The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work.
You will be able to create positive impact in people's lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.
If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia's future.
Please see the APSC's APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.
About the team The Internal Audit section sits within the Chief Operating Officer (COO) Division and reports directly to the COO (SES2).
Through managing a series of internal audit and review engagements, we enhance and protect organisational value by providing stakeholders with risk-based, objective and reliable assurance, advice and insight.
We provide assurance to the Executive and the Audit and Risk Committee that the department's financial and non-financial controls, designed to manage the organisation's risks and achieve the department's objectives, are operating in an efficient, effective, economical and ethical manner.
Our ideal candidate We are seeking a motivated and experienced Internal Auditor to take on a leadership role in our Internal Audit Section!
Our ideal candidate is someone with: Strong experience in delivering internal audit and assurance services.
Experience leading others to deliver professional services and proactively driving audit projects to completion.
Proven ability to build the skills and capabilities of the team, ensuring a positive team culture.
Highly developed written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise and tailored advice, reports, briefing papers and correspondence.
Excellent verbal communication, including effective stakeholder management with the ability to build mutually beneficial relationships, especially with senior leaders.
Sound judgement, discretion and attention to detail.
Strategic thinking and the ability to identify solutions to emerging issues.
Resilience and proven ability to exercise autonomy and initiative in team management and allocation of resources in a small team.
What you will do The role includes working with internal and external stakeholders to review assurance processes, controls, systems and functions to appropriately manage risks impacting the Department of Industry, Science and Resources.
You will provide expert advice on internal audit matters and develop assurance review projects to achieve business outcomes.
As a leader in the Internal Audit team, you will build capability within the team and drive continuous improvement in the internal audit function.
The key duties of the position include: Leading a small, high-achieving team to deliver quality internal audit and assurance outcomes across multiple engagements.
Supporting, mentoring, and coaching team members to develop their capability, building a positive and productive culture.
Overseeing the production of high-quality work.
Initiating, developing, and managing strong, productive relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
Resolving conflicts and managing expectations and sensitivities.
Ensuring the development and implementation of annual internal audit and assurance programs, including senior stakeholder engagements across the department.
Strategically examining, developing and improving the team's processes and practices to further enhance section capabilities and support business areas in undergoing internal audits and assurances.
Reviewing the quality of audit engagement plans, working papers and reports, ensuring they are clear, value-adding to the organisation and meet the audit scope endorsed by sponsors.
Identifying, reporting and providing expert advice on key findings and insights from audit and assurance reviews.
Supporting business areas to engage with the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO).
Strategic horizon scanning of broader ANAO findings, and meaningful collation of identified themes for future audit planning and SES consideration.
Eligibility To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.
Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
Notes Experience in internal audit positions and membership of relevant professional organisations are highly desirable.
Relevant experience in a similar role will be highly regarded.
A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.
The department does offer flexible work opportunities for many roles.
This vacancy can be based in Canberra or anywhere in Australia.
Flexible and remote work arrangements will be considered as will part time hours.
Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.
Application information Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information.
This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents.
The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.
Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position.
Your pitch can contain no more than 750 words and should align to the key duties listed above.
Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application.
(CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).
Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request.
Please contact ****** or (02) 6276 1235 if you require assistance with your application.
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Contact Information For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Matthew Checketts on 0451232331 or via email on ******