Assistant Director – Risk, Governance and Assurance

Australian Department of Home Affairs

. Lead NEMA's Planning and Performance Framework, including the Corporate Plan, Annual Report, Annual Performance Statement, enterprise performance reporting and Branch Business Plans .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeAustraliaLead💰 A$125,935 - A$143,531 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in corporate planning, performance management, and governance, with a strong focus on enterprise risk management and internal audit processes. Proven ability to lead teams, build stakeholder relationships, and provide strategic, risk-informed advice within regulatory frameworks.

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Corporate PlanningEnterprise Risk ManagementInternal Audit ManagementGovernance FrameworksStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Performance ReportingRisk ReportingAnalytical SkillsCritical ThinkingLegislation InterpretationGovernance Paper PreparationContract ManagementAudit Recommendations MonitoringStrategic Briefs PreparationBusiness Planning

Soft Skills

Leadership CapabilityCommunication SkillsRelationship ManagementOrganisational SkillsTeam Culture Development

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant Tertiary QualificationsProfessional CertificationsBaseline Vetting (AGSVA) Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

PGPA Act 2013PGPA Rule 2014Accountability FrameworksRisk Management FrameworkAudit and Assurance Activities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead NEMA's Planning and Performance Framework, including the Corporate Plan, Annual Report, Annual Performance Statement, enterprise performance reporting and Branch Business Plans
Lead and continuously improve the enterprise risk management framework, including risk reporting, oversight, education and awareness
Manage the annual Internal Audit Plan with outsourced service providers and business areas
Monitor implementation of audit, assurance and review recommendations
Coordinate engagement with the Australian National Audit Office and other external assurance providers
Deliver secretariat and governance services to senior executive and governance committees, including the Audit and Risk Committee
Prepare strategic briefs, reports, submissions and governance papers
Manage contracts and service providers for effective, value-for-money service delivery
Build stakeholder relationships and provide advice on planning, performance, governance, risk and assurance
Lead and develop a high-performing team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience leading or delivering corporate planning and performance, governance, enterprise risk management, internal audit or assurance activities
Sound knowledge of governance, accountability and regulatory frameworks, including the PGPA Act 2013 and PGPA Rule 2014
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to interpret legislation, policy and complex information and apply it to practical business outcomes
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
Ability to provide strategic, risk-informed advice and recommendations
Demonstrated leadership capability, including developing staff, driving performance and fostering a positive and inclusive team culture
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or professional certifications are desirable
Australian citizenship
Satisfactory completion of screening questions and a National Police Check
Ability to obtain and maintain Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance
Satisfy a probation period, if applicable
Undergo a health assessment, if applicable
Submit a CV, one-page Applicant Response, details of two referees and a copy of qualification

Benefits

Comp & perks

15.4% superannuation
Flexible working arrangements
Attractive remuneration package
Flexible working conditions
Diversity and inclusion support
RecruitAbility participation opportunity for eligible applicants
Support throughout the selection process for applicants with a disability