Head of Assurance
Job description
About the Opportunity
This senior position will be pivotal in delivering the organisation’s Assurance Map and Annual Assurance Plan, managing outsourced Internal Audit programs, and embedding best-practice governance and compliance across all operations.
This role is critical in ensuring services remain client-centred, safe, and effective while supporting the organisation’s strategic priorities and mission.
Key Responsibilities :
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
This senior position will be pivotal in delivering the organisation’s Assurance Map and Annual Assurance Plan, managing outsourced Internal Audit programs, and embedding best-practice governance and compliance across all operations.
This role is critical in ensuring services remain client-centred, safe, and effective while supporting the organisation’s strategic priorities and mission.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Assurance team
- Design, maintain, and deliver the Annual Assurance Plan
- Manage outsourced Internal Audit providers and oversee assurance projects
- Conduct spot checks, risk control testing, and audit follow-ups
- Provide insights and advice to senior leadership, Council, and Committees
- Translate complex governance frameworks into practical actions for service teams
- Drive a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and psychological safety
- Proven leadership in Assurance and Internal Audit, ideally within human services, health, or complex community organisations
- Strong understanding of governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks
- Experience managing outsourced audit providers and large-scale assurance programs
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication, and analytical skills
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in assurance, risk, governance, business, law, or related field
- Current National Police Check, with eligibility for Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening (or willingness to obtain)
- Influence strategic decision-making at an organisation-wide level
- Lead an expert team committed to client safety and service quality
- Salary packaging benefits to maximise take-home pay
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- A values-driven workplace that makes a real impact in the community
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.