Currently, there are around 4.3 million Australians with a disability. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) implements the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which is one of the biggest social reforms in the country since Medicare. As an Agency, we support more than 600,000 participants with a significant and permanent disability, and the families and carers of those living with disability. For many Australians, this will be the first time they receive the disability support they need. The NDIA is designed to enhance the quality of life and increase economic and social participation for people with disability and will mean peace of mind for every Australian. A new role awaits Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity where you can make a positive impact? The NDIA is seeking an experienced EL1 Assistant Director Controls Assurance to join the Audit Branch. The Audit Branch provides independent and objective assurance and consulting to the Agency. The Branch provides a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the organisation's governance, risk management and internal control processes. The Controls Assurance is a new function in the branch, and there is opportunity to contribute significantly to its direction and success. Where you can add value The EL1 Assistant Director, Controls Assurance position ensures the integrity and effectiveness of the NDIA's control system, leads a team and makes strategic decisions to enhance the NDIA's operations. With your expertise, you will be able to deliver assurance assessments (testing) that meet organisational objectives.Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to: Assisting the Director, Controls Assurance in planning, executing and reporting on control evaluation activities for improving the Agency's internal control environment. Mentoring and coaching Controls Assurance Officer/s to ensure a professional and consistent approach to assessments, undertaking quality assurance of teams output to ensure objectives are met. Overseeing elements of the Controls Assurance work program to ensure correct methodology is applied and aligns with the risk management framework and governance model. Leading assessment activities to facilitate effective evaluation and improvement of the Agency's control framework and internal control environment. Producing high standard reporting to monitor and communicate agreed outcomes and achievements. Enough about us, let's talk about you Your ability to provide strategic advice, solve complex problems, and manage potentially controversial matters will be critical to your success. You will possess a unique set of skills and attributes. These include strong leadership skills to inspire and guide a team, excellent communication skills to build relationships with stakeholders, and problem-solving abilities to analyse and resolve complex issues. Additionally, you will possess excellent decision-making skills, project management abilities, and resource management capabilities. Your NDIA Experience We work as one team. We are accepting, diverse and driven. We take a shared approach to making progress. We welcome and support each other and encourage different ideas, insights and opinions. We empower and enable each other to be our best. We collaborate, connect and work together to create a workplace that makes us proud. You will work for a socially inclusive and culturally diverse workplace, that is making a meaningful impact to the lives of more than 600,000 Australians. Access to higher superannuation and above market leave entitlements. Competitive remuneration and working conditions that support a positive work-life balance. Access to ongoing professional development and learning. While this role is ideally performed from ACT Deakin, VIC Richmond, NSW Surry Hills, remote working arrangements may be considered. We intend to fill this role in an ongoing capacity, however non-ongoing roles up to 12 months with the possibility of extension up to 2 years may be offered. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, Worker Screening check and/or Working with Children Check (where required) and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship. Applications for this role close 11:30pm AEDT Thursday 31 October 2024. With the exception of personal details, applications can NOT be edited or updated once submitted for consideration. Please make sure you are completely satisfied with your entire application before submitting. NDIA is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability (Pw D), First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families. NDIA will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role. Recruit Ability applies to this position: The Recruit Ability scheme supports people with disability applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service (APS) by giving you a better opportunity to put forward your skills and experience during the selection process. The health and safety of workers, Participants and other visitors in our offices is our highest priority. 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