The Commission for Children and Young People (the Commission) is pleased to invite applications for a part-time (sessional) position on the Audit and Risk Committee (the Committee). The Committee was established in 2015 to review and provide independent advice to the Commission on matters of financial accountability, internal financial controls, general governance matters, internal audit and risk management.
The Committee provides oversight and advice to the Commission in relation to:
The Commission’s Committee comprises three independent members (including the Committee’s Chair). The vacancy is for an independent member (non-Chair).
Independent members are appointed for an initial three-year term. Terms may be renewed once only for an additional three-year term.
The members of the Committee are independent and identified as independent in the Commission’s annual report.
There are four Committee meetings per year. The meetings are usually held online via Microsoft Teams between 10am and 12pm on the last Monday of February, May, August and November. Some in-person commitments may be required with appropriate notice.
Along with its three independent members, a number of internal senior executive staff (including the Principal Commissioner, Commissioner for Aboriginal Children and Young People and Chief Executive Officer) attend the Committee, along with the Commission’s internal auditors.
The successful applicant will ideally have a background and experience working for other audit and risk committees and be experienced in the following areas:
It is also desirable for an independent member to have a strong understanding of issues relating to vulnerable children and young people in Victoria.
The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring that government boards and committees reflect the rich diversity of the Victorian community. We encourage applications from all genders, people of all ages, Aboriginal people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQA+ community.
The standard process requires applicants to register an account on the Join a Public Board website prior to applying online.
When you apply for a position, you will be asked to enter your personal details before moving on to a questionnaire.
In the questionnaire, you will have the opportunity to address the key selection criteria and outline your relevant qualifications and experience. Applicants must upload a current curriculum vitae and cover letter with their application.
When collecting and using personal information, the Commission acts in accordance with the Victorian Government Privacy Statement, and the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic), which contains the Information Privacy Principles.
Applications close COB on Friday 11 September 2026.
After the closing date, applications will be reviewed and assessed against the requirements of the position. The selection panel will recommend applicants to be shortlisted for interview.
For all enquiries regarding the appointment process or the role itself, please contact [email protected].