This is a permanent full-time position

We are seeking a forward-thinking and experienced audit and assurance professional to lead the Department’s internal audit program. This senior role offers the opportunity to drive innovation, deliver strategic advice, and strengthen governance and accountability across a large and complex public sector organisation.

Context

The Department of Education’s strategic plan outlines the commitment for every child to enjoy a high quality of education. This is an education underpinned by excellence in teaching, quality leadership and pathways from Kindergarten to Year 12 to meet the needs of the learner in preparing them to take the next step into the world of work or further education.

The Professional Standards and Conduct Division is responsible for the delivery of a range of integrated functions and oversees Standards and Integrity Directorate, Risk and Assurance Directorate, Legal and Legislative Services Directorate, Parent Liaison Office and the Screening Unit.

The Risk and Assurance Directorate delivers high-level audit and risk management expertise with an emphasis on a quality audit and risk management program that addresses organisational accountability and supports a broad client need across the Department. The Directorate’s services include:

• provide assurance to the Director General and the Audit and Risk Committee that the Department's financial and operational controls are operating in an efficient, effective, economical and ethical manner
• assist management in improving the Department's business performance
• provide a risk advisory function with its focus on assisting staff to manage risks effectively
• undertake a governance function for the Department’s externally available policies and delegations.

The Role

The Manager – Audit and Assurance provides strategic leadership of the Department’s internal audit and assurance functions. Reporting to the Director, Risk and Assurance, you will deliver expert advice to ensure the Department’s financial and operational controls meet legislative, ethical, and governance requirements.

As Manager, you will oversee the design and delivery of the Department’s internal audit program, ensure high-quality audit reporting to the Audit and Risk Committee, and drive innovation in audit methodology and data analytics. You will lead a multidisciplinary team and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to enhance accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement.

This role would suit a decisive, forward-thinking audit and assurance professional with excellent leadership, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills. Your ability to manage complex issues, mentor staff, and provide clear and authoritative assurance advice will be critical to your success.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Inderbir S. Grewal, Director - Risk and Assurance on 9264 4204 or [email protected].

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
• be suitably qualified to perform the role of officer in charge of the Department’s internal audit function, as per Treasurer’s Instruction 10. Suitably qualified includes current membership of a relevant professional body (CPA Australia, CA ANZ, Institute of Public Accountants, Institute of Internal Auditors) or relevant experience, skills, and knowledge to perform the role, appropriate for the Department’s operating environment.
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A comprehensive CV (or resume), providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to the role
• A statement (or letter) addressing the selection criteria and key responsibilities outlined below and in the context of the role:
• High-level knowledge of, and experience in, driving the development, management, and delivery of internal audit and assurance strategy, standards, practices, and innovation.
• A proven ability in leading and developing teams, including guiding and mentoring staff in planning audit processes and procedures and an ability to coordinate and deliver strategic outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cooperatively with others at all levels and to independently manage an audit function to achieve significant outcomes.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE987844

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 20 August 2025