Branch Manager - Performance Audit
Are you ready for a career that creates meaningful impact? Here's your opportunity to work for an organisation that informs and challenges government to improve outcomes for citizens.
The Audit Office of NSW is seeking a Branch Manager experienced in business management, program and resource management and public administration to support the Assistant Auditor-General Performance Audit and the Performance Audit Branch to efficiently deliver a rolling program of performance audits.
Who we are?
For over 200 years, the Auditor-General has assisted the Parliament of New South Wales to hold government accountable for its use of public resources.
Recognised as a centre of excellence in professional services, the Audit Office of New South Wales is an independent integrity agency. We conduct financial and performance audits across state entities and local government, including portfolios such as health, education, transport, local government, environment, justice, community services, industry and more.
Our work isdiverse, challenging and meaningful. Our people interact with a broad crosssection of stakeholders regularly and embrace opportunities to positively impactthe lives of NSW citizens. A career at the Audit Office is more than youimagine.
We have apeople-focused culture, supported by corporate values that encourage pride inpurpose, curiosity and open-mindedness, courage and integrity. Our diverse backgrounds,perspectives and experiences help us to reflect the communities we operatein and deliver high standards of work.
At the Audit Office,you won't just fit in. You'll belong.
How will you contribute?
Joining the Audit Office means being part of a team dedicatedto excellence, integrity, and making a tangible difference for the people ofNSW.
We are seeking an experienced Branch Manager for thePerformance Audit Branch. In this role you will provide leadership and support in thecoordination of practice and program management, financial management andbusiness support for the Performance Audit Branch. Reporting to the AssistantAuditor-General and supporting the Performance Audit Executive to managePerformance Audit resource allocation, to optimise resource availability withinthe Branch while effectively aligning capability and expertise to produce highquality audits in line with program priorities. Supporting the efficientdelivery of an annual program of about 20 performance audits at an annual costof about $10M.
Key accountabilities of this role include:
- providing business and administrative support, and authoritative advice on practice management, engagement and collaboration with the other branches of the Audit Office to support the Assistant Auditor-General, Directors and Associate Directors within Performance Audit.
- supporting the Performance Audit Executive to implement effective workforce planning and monitoring and to resolve workforce planning matters and maintain the Audit Office's workforce planning information system (Retain).
- monitoring and overseeing practice and program related matters (e.g. budget, milestones, WIP, FTE) and refresh the design of practice and performance reporting.
- providing co-ordination and liaison with the Quality, Improvement and Performance Branch on practice-related matters including budget preparation, financial and performance management.
- monitoring and identifying issues and solutions to support the Performance Audit Executive to improve financial and performance management. Including assisting with the development and implementation of governance arrangements, business and program management practices. As well as forecasting, financial and performance reporting and periodic budget reviews as they relate to Performance Audit.
- providing co-ordination and liaison with the Corporate, Experience and Strategy Branch to contribute to the development and implementation of corporate strategy and to leverage and integrate enabling services effectively into the work of Performance Audit Branch, including leading the engagement on processes for the production and approval of audit reports.
- leading the adoption and use of digital tools to effectively enable collaborative practices in branch communications, business and practice management, while meeting State records management requirements, including the effective use of the Microsoft suite of applications.
- acting as Branch Secretariat, including for the Performance Audit Executive and Branch meetings, including all secretariat responsibilities such as coordinating items for consideration, preparing business papers, record keeping, distribution, following up on action items and task allocation. Additionally, coordinate and prepare Performance Audit's contributions to briefings, corporate publications, participation in the work of the Australasian Council of Auditors General (ACAG), and other briefing requests.
- supporting the Assistant Auditor-General and the Performance Audit Executive in the coordination and drafting of the Annual Work Plan, including coordinating with the Audit Office and stakeholders to develop plans and manage approval processes for timely publication.
- deliver specific corporate/team objectives to achieve the Audit Office's vision, mission, values, goals, and strategies. Additionally, ensure compliance with the Audit Office Code of Conduct, business rules, procedures, and all internal policies.
What will you learn?
We willchallenge and develop you, encourage your curiosity, open-mindedness andcourage. A bird's eye view of the whole state government is on offer,a unique opportunity that few professionals are exposed to.
Our auditsare purposeful and are determined each year to reflect the contemporarychallenges that NSW faces, providing you with the opportunity to support workon a variety of issues and challenges.
We value the growth and development of our people, withleaders who guide and mentor on your professional journey. With a focus onwellbeing, we support you to perform at your best and achieve meaningfuloutcomes in your role.
What will you need tosucceed?
We are seekingsomeone with excellent written and verbal communication skills, stronginterpersonal skills, and good professional judgement to solve problems. The ideal candidate will have the ability to develop and maintain effectiveworking relationships across the Audit Office.
We are looking forsomeone that will:
-be ready to work across a mix of business, program and administrative activities
-provide executive support and advice as well as be responsible for day-to-day branch management activities
-partner with enabling and technical services to leverage expertise, systems and services
-work collaboratively to develop and implement new and changing practices, processes and systems
-balance a mix of competing priorities and tight deadlines.
You will alsoneed:
- tertiary qualifications or significant experience in Business Administration, Program Management or a relevant field
- contemporary skills and experience in administration and operations management
- well-developed communication and analytical skills with proven experience providing practical solutions to business issues
- strong track record in client service delivery and project management
- demonstrated leadership, interpersonal and people management skills
- experience in developing and maintaining effective internal stakeholder relationships
- to be an Australian permanent resident or citizen or New Zealand citizen.
What are the benefits?
We providegenuine flexibility in the way we work, along with competitive benefits.
On offer is flexible work practices and a total remunerationpackage (including superannuation) ranging from $150,967 to $204,839 perannum depending on experience, skills and capabilities.
The Audit Office is a rewarding, challenging and impactfulplace to work where we value diversity and take a collaborative approach to'getting things done'. Here you can have a rewarding career with purpose, andreal work-life balance as well as unique opportunities for professionaldevelopment and personal growth. You will work with friendly, talentedcolleagues to solve complex problems and work with high-profileclients.
The Audit Office is committed to supporting flexible workingarrangements to create a diverse, skilled and motivated workforce capable ofdelivering quality products and efficient services. Our standard way of workingrequires you to work at least 50% of contracted hours from either our head office, an auditee location, or a related worksite. Ifrequired, you can balance your attendance on-site over a month, with a minimumof one day per week in one of these locations.
Please note some regional travel within New South Wales maybe required for this role.
Get started.
Please read the role description, a copy of which you canfind here
Our diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences helpus reflect the communities we operate in to deliver high standards ofwork. The Audit Office of New South Wales values diversity and inclusionin the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders,ages, backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with adisability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse groups. If you are excited about this opportunity but do not think you meet everyrequirement, or feel your experience does not align perfectly, we still want tohear from you.
For your application to be considered, you must includeyour resume, as well as a cover letter that addresses these two targetedquestions:
1. Outline how you have recommended and led the implementation of effective approaches and tools to support a team to achieve efficient, timely, and high-quality outcomes. (300 words maximum)
2. Outline how you have worked collaboratively to solve problems that achieve mutually beneficial outcomes, where there are competing demands and no clear methods or procedures in place. (300 words maximum)
As this role requires the successful candidate todemonstrate that they meet the capability to write and prepare material thatis well structured and easy to follow, we strongly discourage reliance ontools such as ChatGPT for the preparation of cover letters or answers totargeted questions for this role.
If you are interested in making a positive difference to thepeople of NSW, click Apply Now.
Applications close midnight Tuesday 1 July 2025
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