As an Assistant Director in the Governance, Assurance and Risk Branch, you will lead critical projects and deliver key accountability mechanisms for the agency. Your responsibilities will include: delivering the NIAA Corporate Plan, Annual Report, Annual Performance Statement and enterprise Performance Measures leading the development and implementation of agency-wide projects focused on improving performance reporting and governance models supporting audit and compliance activities, including liaison with the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) managing risk in accordance with the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act (PGPA Act) providing strategic advice and high-quality briefs to the NIAA Executive and governance committees building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders leading initiatives to educate staff and stakeholders on performance and compliance requirements overseeing complex research and analysis to resolve sensitive matters. The role provides expertise across a broad range of activities including corporate governance and administration, project management, community and partner engagement and culture. The key duties of the position include We are seeking a leader with strong capabilities and experience in governance and performance management. You will bring: advanced writing and communication skills strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management proven leadership and team-building ability strategic thinking and problem-solving skills project management expertise in complex environments an understanding of governance frameworks, performance reporting, and risk management experience in performance reporting, audit, compliance and/or governance roles within government or similar complex settings familiarity with the PGPA Act and public sector accountability mechanisms. Qualifications Tertiary qualifications or certifications in law, accounting, audit, policy, governance, or equivalent work experience are highly desirable.
