Audit and Risk Committee Member

Audit and Risk Committee Member

Manningham City Council

Location: Doncaster Salary: $9,460 per annum Work Type: Casual Work Setting: Onsite

Manningham Council is committed to delivering over 100 services to its vibrant and diverse community. Our objective is to maintain Manningham as a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work, and visit, encompassing parks, galleries, shopping hubs, and leisure centres.

About the Role

Manningham Council is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified individuals with outstanding experience for the role of an independent member on its Audit and Risk Committee. This is a three-year fixed-term position.

The Council manages a diverse business portfolio to meet community needs while adhering to legislative requirements. The Audit and Risk Committee operates under a Charter in accordance with the Local Government Act 2020. As an advisory committee to the Council, its function is to assist in fulfilling responsibilities related to governance, risk, assurance, and financial reporting. The Committee consists of three independent members and two Councillors.

This role is intended to complement existing committee strengths and contribute to a diverse skill set. We are looking for individuals with specialist knowledge and professional qualifications to serve as an independent member. The successful candidate will possess local government experience with expertise in:

• Risk and assurance
• Public sector governance
• Internal audit
• Financial management

Responsibilities

• Attend five Audit and Risk Committee Meetings per year.

Requirements

• Required to attend five Audit and Risk Committee Meetings per year.

How to Apply

To submit your application, please click APPLY. An Expression of Interest Application Form and a copy of the Audit and Risk Committee Charter are attached. Applicants must address the Key Selection Criteria to clearly demonstrate how their skills, qualifications, and experience align with the role, and submit a copy of their resume.

For enquiries regarding the position, please contact Carrie Bruce, Manager Integrity, on 9840 9210.

For all other recruitment process enquiries, please email job•@manningham.vic.gov.au or visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us.

Applications close on Sunday, 12 July 2026, at 11:59 pm.

Encouragement to Apply

If you do not meet every requirement for this role, we encourage you to apply. Studies indicate that women and individuals from underrepresented groups may be less inclined to apply for roles unless they meet all criteria. We recognise that diverse experiences contribute to excellent community outcomes. If your experience does not perfectly align with the selection criteria but you are enthusiastic about this role and keen to work at Manningham Council, please apply.

Manningham Council acknowledges the advantages of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers. To ensure equitable access to employment opportunities, we encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including individuals from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people of different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and cultural backgrounds.