Audit and Risk Committee - External Independent Member

Join Victoria University's Audit and Risk CommitteeVictoria University (VU) is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education, with two education facilities in Brisbane and Sydney and campuses in the CBD and the Western regions of Melbourne as follows: City Campus; Footscray Nicholson Campus; Footscray Park Campus; St Albans Campus; Sunshine Campus; and Werribee Campus. VU's reach extends beyond Australia through a growing global presence, including VU India.VU is a bold and progressive dual sector University – evidenced by the implementation of an Australian first, the VU First Year College® (FYC) and the VU Block Model®.VU is renowned for its areas of research specialisation, strongly aligned to its TAFE and Higher Education offer, these include Sports and Exercise Science (ranked 7th in the world) as well as Policy Studies, Water; Green Research translation; Immunology and Early Childhood Education, to name a few.VU has a strategic commitment to being a thriving place to work and study and to progressive inclusivity and diversity. We are one of Australia’s most culturally and socially diverse universities, and our international students are highly valued contributors to the VU community.
Role OverviewAs an Independent External Member of the Audit and Risk Committee (the Committee), you will play a pivotal role in guiding Victoria University towards continued growth and success. The Victoria University Audit and Risk Committee is a formally constituted committee of Council, with particular responsibility for providing Council with strategic advice, oversight and monitoring of risk management, legislative and regulatory compliance frameworks as well as internal accountability requirements and controls for Victoria University and its controlled entities. This includes oversight of the Internal Audit and External Audit functions. Your insights and leadership will contribute to shaping the future of our institution.
Committee Functions IncludeEnsure compliance with applicable legislations, rules and regulations.Establish, maintain, review, monitor and evaluate Internal and External Audit functions.Review, assess and monitor risk management practices are in place, safeguarding the integrity of our qualifications.Demonstrate strategic leadership and a strong understanding of corporate governance principles.
Primary Skills Requirement and QualificationsWe are currently looking for an individual with specialist skills in finance. The candidate must have formal accounting qualifications (e.g. CPA, CA) with current certification.Additionally, the candidate will have skills and experience in:Financial audit and financial management within complex operating environments.Contemporary knowledge, experience, and leadership at a senior executive level within a large private or public sector organisation.AICD Company Directors Course qualifications, or equivalent, is highly desirable.
Remuneration and CommitmentsCommittee Members receive remuneration in accordance with State Government Guidelines.Commitments include four Committee meetings annually. The Chair may call special meetings as required.
How to ApplyIf you are passionate about contributing to VU's strategic ambitions and fostering positive change, we invite you to download the Application Guidelines for the Audit and Risk Committee. For inquiries or a confidential discussion, please contact Governance and Secretariat on govsec.nominations@vu.edu.au.
Closing DateExpressions of Interest close at midnight on Thursday 10 September 2026.Victoria University is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including female, gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those from underrepresented communities. Join us in shaping a brighter future for our community and beyond.