Consultant - Audit and Assurance

Consultant - Audit and Assurance

Branch: Risk and Assurance

Division: Professional Standards and Conduct

Salary: Level 5, $105,167 - $114,938 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2024)

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Location: East Perth

Closing Date: 2025-11-25 4:30 PM

Attachments: - published jdf - 00046921 - consultant audit and assurance - risk and assurance - ps l5 - jan 2025.pdf

This is permanent full-time position available for an immediate start.

The Department of Education’s Risk and Assurance Directorate is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented professional to support the delivery of high-quality internal audit and assurance services through coordination, analysis, and stakeholder engagement.

Context

The Department of Education's strategic plan, outlines the commitment for every child to enjoy a high quality of education. This is an education underpinned by excellence in teaching, quality leadership and pathways from Kindergarten to Year 12 to meet the needs of the learner in preparing them to take the next step into the world of work or further education.

The Professional Standards and Conduct Division is responsible for the delivery of a range of integrated functions and oversees Standards and Integrity Directorate, Risk and Assurance Directorate, Legal and Legislative Services Directorate, Parent Liaison Office and the Screening Unit.

The Risk and Assurance Directorate delivers high-level audit and risk management expertise with an emphasis on a quality audit and risk management program that addresses organisational accountability and supports a broad client need across the Department. The Directorate’s services include:

• providing assurance to the Director General and the Audit and Risk Committee that the Department's financial and operational controls are operating in an efficient, effective, economical, and ethical manner;
• assisting management in improving the Department’s performance;
• providing a risk management governance function with its focus on assisting staff to manage risks effectively; and
• ensuring the development, coordination and review of the Department’s operational policies and delegations are aligned with the Department’s strategic directions.

The Role

As Consultant – Audit and Assurance, you will play an integral role in supporting the delivery of the Department’s internal audit and assurance program. Reporting to the Manager, Audit and Assurance, you will contribute to strengthening the Department’s governance, risk management, and internal control environment through high-quality audit coordination, analysis, and reporting.

You will assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of audit methodologies, frameworks, and quality assurance processes. This includes coordinating internal and external audit activities, supporting the preparation of Audit and Risk Committee papers, and assisting in the procurement and management of co-sourced audit engagements. You will undertake research, data analysis, and reporting to support assurance activities and help monitor progress against audit program targets and performance indicators.

A key part of your role will liaising with internal and external stakeholders to gather data, coordinate meetings, and ensure the timely flow of accurate information that supports effective audit delivery. Your attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities will help ensure audit outcomes are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

This role requires a motivated and detail-oriented professional with strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills. Your ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment, manage stakeholder relationships, and support continuous improvement in audit processes will contribute to the Department’s commitment to effective governance, accountability, and performance.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Tracy Wong, Manager – Audit and Assurance on (08) 9264 4203 or tracy.wong@education.wa.edu.au

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Forms (JDFs).

How to apply

To be considered for this position, please complete the online application form and attach the following:

• A comprehensive CV (or resume), providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to the role.
• A statement (or letter) addressing the selection criteria and key responsibilities outlined in the attached JDF in the context of the role.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1010051

Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 25 November 2025