About the Role
The Director, Governance role is a critical leadership position within the Corporate Strategy and Services Branch of the Net Zero Economy Authority.
As a key member of the Branch, you will be responsible for leading a small team providing key services to the authority, including supporting the operation of the Board.
Main Responsibilities
* Manage a small team of approximately 5 team members by building team capability through coaching, feedback and developing the quality of work undertaken by the team.
* Coordinate development of key accountability documents, including the Corporate Plan, Annual Report, Annual Performance Statement, business planning and performance reporting.
* Oversee risk management framework and risk culture, including maintaining the Enterprise Risk Register, Risk Management Policy and related compliance frameworks.
* Manage the authority's governance, probity and integrity frameworks in accordance with legislative requirements, including privacy and freedom of information.
* Manage the activity of the Audit and Risk Committee.
* Oversee preparation and delivery of the Internal Audit Work Plan and progress on recommendations.
* Coordinate legal services with external providers.
* Responsible for business continuity planning and climate disclosure reporting.
* Build governance and performance management capability across the authority.
Requirements
* Experience in managing diverse and geographically dispersed teams to achieve quality outcomes and deliver on intended results.
* Strong knowledge and experience in APS governance.
* Solid knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the PGPA Act, particularly relating to the Performance Reporting Framework and assurance frameworks including Audit Committees.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, an ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders including the ability to listen, understand, and adapt to different audiences.
* Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion and integrity.
* Experience working with a Board in a Government context is desirable.
Eligibility
* To be eligible for this position, you must be an Australian Citizen.
* The occupant must be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected) level security clearance, or hold a current security clearance of an appropriate level.
* The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit an online application through the Apply link.