Department: Governance Audit and Reporting
Department/Agency: NSW Reconstruction Authority
Location:
Parramatta, NSW, AU, 2150
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Req ID: 85348
Lead the agency's audit, risk and assurance functions and play a pivotal role in strengthening governance, integrity and organisational resilience.
Ongoing full-time opportunity
Role based in Parramatta/Sydney (other locations negotiable), with flexible/hybrid working environment.
Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $154,231 to $178,369 + super
About the role
The Manager Audit and Assurance leads the organisation’s audit, assurance, risk and fraud control functions, ensuring the agency meets its statutory, regulatory and policy obligations while supporting effective governance and decision-making. A key focus of the role is establishing a holistic view of risk and assurance activities across the organisation, developing an assurance map, and delivering a risk-based internal audit program that complements existing assurance activities and avoids duplication.
The role is responsible for strengthening the organisation’s enterprise risk management and assurance framework, defining and mapping organisational risks, overseeing fraud and corruption control, managing Public Interest Disclosures (PIDs), and providing trusted advice to executive leadership and governance committees. Through these activities, the position plays a critical role in fostering a culture of integrity, accountability and continuous improvement.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their audit, risk and assurance experience, with access to mentorship and support while shaping and maturing key organisational framework’s.
About You
You are an experienced audit, risk or governance professional with a strong track record of developing and delivering contemporary audit and assurance frameworks within complex organisations. You bring extensive experience leading internal audit programs, enterprise risk management initiatives, fraud and corruption control frameworks, and governance activities that support organisational objectives. Your knowledge of public sector governance, compliance obligations, risk management principles and relevant legislation enables you to provide trusted, evidence-based advice to senior executives, committees and key stakeholders.
You are a strategic thinker with highly developed analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills. You can identify emerging risks, navigate complex and rapidly changing environments, and balance competing priorities to deliver practical outcomes. Your ability to influence, collaborate and build strong relationships allows you to effectively partner with leadership teams while maintaining independence and objectivity. A commitment to continuous improvement, sound judgement and a proactive approach to problem-solving will be key to your success in this role.
Essential Requirements
Tertiary qualifications in a governance, audit, risk management or related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience in a relevant field.
Extensive experience developing and implementing audit, risk and assurance strategies, frameworks, systems and programs aligned with organisational objectives and risks.
Demonstrated knowledge of risk management principles, governance frameworks, fraud and corruption control practices, and assurance methodologies.
For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Audit and Assurance
About the Agency
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation and executive agency of the Premier’s Department, that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.
To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the NSW Reconstruction Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders.
Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The Authority also offers:
Flexible working practices
Contemporary workspaces and technology
Access to learning and development opportunities
Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)
Workforce that values inclusion
Competitive pay and conditions
Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW
To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role, detailing your relevant knowledge, skills and experience.
Applications close Sunday 16 August 2026 at 11:55pm.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Ellen Temby, Business Manager, Office of the Chief Executive Officer title via
[email protected]
Our Commitment
Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability, veterans and other diverse communities. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.
Additional Information
The recruitment process may include a range of assessments including interview, psychometric assessments, work sample activities and pre-employment checks as required.
Looking for more information or assistance with applying?
We encourage and support applications from people with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including information in an alternate format or an alternate method of submission of the application) please contact the Talent Team via
[email protected] or 0419 333 746 and reference the Job Title and Reference Number for the role in which you are requesting the adjustment.
Recruitment Pool
A recruitment pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that become available over the next 18 months
