Audit and Risk Committee Independent Community Representative

⁠⁠⁠Overview

Strathbogie Shire Council is seeking expressions of interest for the appointment of two independent members to its Audit and Risk Committee for a three (3) year term commencing in December 2026.

About

The committee supports Council in discharging its oversight responsibilities related to financial and performance reporting, risk management, fraud prevention, internal controls, and assurance activities including internal and external audit and compliance with its policies and legal obligations. It performs its role by monitoring, reviewing and advising Council on matters set out in its charter, which can be found on Council's website at www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au.

The Role

• The committee meets five times per year
• The committee comprises six (6) members: four independent members and two Councillors
• An allowance per meeting is payable to the independent members

Role Requirements

• Applicants are required to hold a relevant degree qualification or demonstrate extensive experience in the fields of finance, risk, audit and public sector management

Eligibility

Information on the role of an independent committee member, eligibility requirements and selection criteria is available to assist prospective applicants and can be downloaded at www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au.

Information Requested

Expressions of interest must include the following:

• A cover letter explaining why you are interested in joining the committee
• A submission addressing the eligibility requirements and selection criteria
• Resume
• Two professional referees with their contact details

How to Apply

Expressions of interest must be submitted to info@strathbogie.vic.gov.au by 5pm, 14 September 2026.

Enquiries

More information is available on Council's website or by contacting Amanda Tingay, Director People and Governance, on (03) 5795 0000.