Expression Of Interest

Job No: ISC401

Location: Inverell

Role Overview

Application Form

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Independent Member of Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC)

Inverell Shire Council is seeking Expression of Interest from suitably qualified and experienced persons that meet the independence and eligibility criteria prescribed by the Regulation (sections 216D, 216E and 216F) to serve on the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC) as an Independent Member

The appointment of the Independent Member to ARIC will be undertaken in accordance with the Office of Local Government's Risk Management and Internal Audit for Local Government in NSW Guidelines (Guidelines).

Under the Guidelines, the ARIC continually reviews and provides independent advice to the General Manager and Council on how it is functioning and managing risk.

About the Independent Member:

Applicants must demonstrate a broad range of attributes, skills and experience relevant to the role of an ARIC Independent Member.

Essential requirements include:

• Strong knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas: risk management, governance, financial reporting, IT/cyber security, internal and external auditing, performance management, capital project management or legal and regulatory compliance;
• Proven capacity to form independent judgements and provide constructive advice to management;
• Senior or executive-level experience in governance and management of complex organisations;
• Understanding of corporate governance frameworks and accountability in local government; and
• Familiarity with the local government sector and an understanding of the risks, challenges and opportunities facing Inverell Shire Council.

Responsibilities of Independent Members:

Independent Members are expected to:

• Comply with the NSW Audit & Risk Management Guidelines for Local Councils;
• Attend and actively participate in all scheduled meetings;
• Review meeting papers and apply sound analytical skills, objectivity and judgement;
• Abide by confidentiality and ethical obligations;
• Provide open and independent advice; and
• Undertake any follow-up actions requested by the Committee.

Remuneration:

$750.00 per meeting currently subject to change (excl. GST) plus travel expense reimbursed at cost.

How to Apply:

• An Information Pack is available by clicking the link below, or by e-mailing the Director Corporate and Community Services, Mr Paul Pay at to obtain the information pack.

Download Information Pack and Application Form

• Submit:

• Covering Letter

• Current Resume - detailing qualifications and experiences (including two referees, contactable by phone).
• Application Form - Complete and then submit the application form contained in the Information Pack.

Submission of Expression of Interest:

Expressions of Interest must be submitted to the Inverell Shire Council by no later than:

10am Friday 14 November 2025

Submissions received after this time will not be considered.

Expressions of Interest submissions must be enclosed in a sealed package that is marked:

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL

Attention: General Manager

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST – Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee External Member

Inverell Shire Council

PO Box 138

Inverell NSW 2360

Alternatively, Expressions of Interest may be submitted electronically by emailing

Emails must be titled:

Attention: General Manager Expression of Interest – Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Independent Member

All information provided by the respondents in the course of, and following the submission of their expression of interest will be treated as confidential.

How to find out more:

To find out more about this opportunity please direct enquiries to the Director Corporate and Community Services, Mr Paul Pay by contacting , or e-mailing

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Inverell Shire is a thriving regional centre in the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales. Formed in July 1979, the shire comprises an area of 9,430km2 with a population of 17,836. The township of Inverell is a major service centre and has a population of 12,000. Inverell is serviced by an air service to both Sydney and Brisbane and is a commercial hub to an estimated 60,000 people.

Council's Total Annual Expenditure - $40 million

Total Employees - 215

New South Wales Department of Planning and Environment forecasts Inverell LGA to grow by 12.2 per cent by 2031.