The West Daly Regional Council covers 14,000 square kilometres and is located about 300 to 420 kilometres south-west of Darwin. The area is mainly rural, with three Indigenous communities at Peppimenarti, Nganmarriyanga and Wadeye which are managed by West Daly Regional Council (Council).

Council’s vision is to work together to make a difference in the community by creating places that are respectful, peaceful and safe. The mission of Council is to walk alongside culture, country and people to build a stronger community and does it by working together, creating real opportunities and providing services and facilities that everyone can use.

Position Summary

As the Independent Chair of our Audit and Risk Management Committee, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effectiveness of our financial and risk management processes. Your leadership and expertise will guide the Committee in upholding the highest standards of accountability and transparency.

• Committee: Audit and Risk Management Committee
• Reports to: The Council consisting of its elected members
• Term: Minimum of two years, maximum of four years
• Sitting Fee: Negotiable with Council
• Meetings: Minimum of two times per year

The key duties of this role include but are not limited to:

• Lead the Audit and Risk Management Committee in fulfilling its responsibilities
• Provide independent advice and oversight on financial and risk management matters
• Review and monitor the Council's internal control systems
• Evaluate the effectiveness of risk management strategies
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability

About You

To be successful in the role, you must have:

• Strong background in finance, accounting, auditing, or risk management
• Proven leadership and governance experience
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Ability to work collaboratively with other committee members
• Previous experience as a Chair or in a similar governance role is highly desirable

Important Information

• Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered.
• Applications are assessed on a rolling basis and the suitable applicants may be interviewed as they apply.
• The position may be filled/advertisement may be closed prior to the closing date if the suitable candidate is identified.
• Our recruitment process involves several checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status.
• Applications Close: Position open until filled

How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in our community and possess the expertise we are looking for, we encourage you to apply!

To submit your application, please upload your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position online by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button.

For further information, please contact our People and Culture team at [email protected] using the subject line: Independent Chair for the Audit and Risk Management Committee enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Join us in our commitment to excellence and help shape the future of the West Daly community!