Job description
- 6 -month contract with possible extension
- $602.55 per day + Super
- Hybrid work arrangements available
- Applicants must be Australian Citizens
- Multiple locations available: All States considered
The role supports internal, external and independent assurance engagements by managing inputs, evidence, logistics and follow‑up, and by maintaining a consolidated view of assurance findings, recommendations, risks and actions across the program.
Additionally, the Assistant Director, Assurance operates and maintains the NFP Program Assurance framework, registers and tools, ensuring completeness, consistency and audit‑readiness, and supports the program’s preparedness for scrutiny, review and external oversight.
Key Capabilities include:
- Demonstrated professional expertise in risk management and assurance, consistent with APS EL1 expectations for engaging with risk, conducting complex assessments, and providing authoritative advice.
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical capability, including the ability to gather, assess and synthesise information from diverse sources to inform decision-making.
- Sound judgement, intelligence and common sense in evaluating complex and sensitive risk scenarios, including assessing impacts, interdependencies and longer-term implications.
- Highly developed communication and influence skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for executives, governance bodies and diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to provide high-quality, evidence-based professional and technical advice on complex issues while guiding others to achieve ethical, evidence-based decision-making.
- Well-developed problem-solving, conceptual thinking and critical analysis skills to resolve issues and support strategic program outcomes.
- Ability to build productive relationships, collaborate across program and corporate functions, and model a constructive and accountable risk culture.
- Proven experience operating within a PMO or portfolio management function
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
- Experience in government or other highly regulated environments
- AGSVA Baseline (or higher) Security Clearance
To Apply:
To be considered for this role, applicants must hold Australian Citizenship.
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume and expression of interest in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or call Karen on 02 9200 3677 for more information.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
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