Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for appointment as an independent external member of Council’s Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC).
The Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC) provides advisory assurance to the elected Council in relation to Warrumbungle Shire Council’s:
- risk profile
- management controls
- compliance frameworks
Opportunity Details
Type of Opportunity
Council is seeking one independent external member.
Term Length
Councillors and independent members will be appointed for the term of the Council, or as otherwise determined by resolution of Council.
Meeting Frequency
The Committee meets a minimum of four times per year.
Selection Criteria
The following criteria will be considered in relation to skills and experience when assessing applications:
- Relevant professional qualifications.
- Relevant professional knowledge and expertise.
- Accounting or related financial management.
- Current and prior experience on similar committees in local government, broader public and private sector.
- Performance improvement.
- Governance, risk and compliance.
- Knowledge of the local government environment.
- The broad range of activities and services that Council provides.
Required Documents
Applicants should provide the following information as part of their Expression of Interest:
- A resume.
- A document addressing the selection criteria including:
- Outline of professional and/or formal qualifications.
- Current (and prior) experience on similar committees in local government, public or private sector.
- Knowledge of broad range of activities and services that Council provides and is aware of relevant legislative and regulatory requirements.
- Outline of relevant skills and experience in each of the following:
- Strong financial management and/or audit background, with an understanding of accounting and auditing standards in a public sector environment.
- Legal, governance and/or risk management.
- Information and communications technology (ICT).
- Business management.
- At least two referees contact details.
How to Apply
Expressions of Interest must be submitted by 4:30pm Friday 17 July 2026.
Applications should be emailed to: info@warrumbungle.nsw.gov.au
Please address applications to: Director Corporate and Community Services
A decision is expected to be made in August 2026.