Seeking proven leadership experience gained in a complex environmentLead the risk, compliance and resilience functions
The Department of Justice and Community Safety (the department) is seeking a Director Assurance to provide executive leadership for the Data, Performance and Governance portfolio.
About the Business Unit
The Corporate Strategy and Delivery Group is an enabling function delivering Finance, People, Safety and Culture, Strategic Communication, Infrastructure, Data, Performance and Governance, and Information Technology Solutions to support the Department. The group provides strategic and operational support, delivers essential corporate services, and leads continuous improvement and performance oversight of corporate functions.
Reporting to the Executive Director, Governance and Assurance within the Corporate Strategy and Delivery Group, the Director, Assurance leads a range of governance, risk, audit, compliance and assurance services required for the department to meet its obligations under the Financial Management Act 1994 and associated Standing Directions, and other key legislative and policy accountabilities in relation to risk management, insurance, audit, business continuity and emergency management. The Director is also responsible for ensuring the department meets its specific legislative obligations under the Freedom of Information Act (FOI), and its role as lead agency in providing support for FOI governance across the Victorian public sector.
About the Role
Some of your duties will include:
Lead the department's risk, compliance, and resilience functions in accordance with the Financial Management Act 1994 and Victorian government's Risk Management Framework.
Proactively identify and develop strategic solutions to address emerging corporate risks.
Effectively manage the department's relationship with the Victorian Auditor General's Office (VAGO).
Manage the planning and execution of internal and external audits and reviews and oversee the effective management of resulting recommendations and actions and reporting requirements.
Manage the department's insurance requirements in consultation with the Victorian Management Insurance Agency.
Oversee the provision of secretariat services for independent governance and assurance monitors, panels and committees as required.
Lead the department's Freedom of Information (FOI) functions, ensuring compliance with the FOI Act and associated policies and procedures.
Lead the department's business continuity planning and preparedness, providing resources, tools and support for departmental groups and business units to identify and manage business continuity risks.
To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Demonstrated strong knowledge and understanding of Victorian government regulatory, governance and risk assurance principles and requirements, including the Financial Management Act 1994, Standing Directions 2018, Risk Management Framework and the Freedom of Information Act 1982.
Demonstrated strong executive leadership, strategic thinking and analytical skills to positively contribute to the senior executive team and develop innovative solutions to complex and/or sensitive issues.
High-level communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to influence and provide authoritative advice at ministerial and senior executive levels.
Qualifications / Requirements
A relevant tertiary qualification in the field of law, risk management, regulation, or public administration is highly desired.
How to Apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks, a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC), and misconduct screening.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
Child Safe Statement of Commitment
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
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