There is currently one (1) fixed-term position (approx. 14 months) available for immediate filling

About Us

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the Western Australian Community. We foster a workplace culture based on our core values, Leadership, Connection and Impact. For more information about the Department, please visit our website.

As part of the State Services Division, the core purpose of the Governance and Strategy Branch is to manage the Department's governance and risk exposure. This includes leading and managing the Department Governance Framework; facilitating audit processes, strengthening organisational resilience through risk management and business continuity planning, ensuring compliance and integrity and driving strategic planning and performance.

About the Role

The Audit and Risk Lead role is a business-critical role that supports the Department manage risk, strengthen governance and maintain organisational resilience. Working across all business areas, the role oversees the Department's risk and assurance framework, manages the outsourced internal audit provider, and supports the effective operation of the Audit and Risk Management Committee.

Leading a small team, this appointment offers a unique opportunity to gain broad exposure to strategic governance, enterprise risk management, assurance activities, executive decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives. It provides valuable insight into how the Department operates and the opportunity to influence outcomes that have an organisation-wide impact.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for an aspiring leader to step into a leadership position and gain valuable experience in a supportive environment that is at the centre of leading the public sector.

For further job-related information:

For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Jodie-Lee Johnson, Manager Governance and Strategy on (08) 6552 5478 (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).

Applicants are required to submit:

• A current and detailed résumé/curriculum vitae outlining your current and previous achievements; and including the contact details of two referees (with at least one being your current or a recent supervisor), and
• A written application demonstrating how you meet the following Work-Related Capabilities (Selection Criteria) in no more than 1 page.

1. Substantial experience in the leadership of enterprise-level risk management, risk assessments and business continuity strategies and frameworks within a large and complex organisation
2. The ability to prepare presentations, written reports, briefing papers and educational material on complex matters for a range of audiences

Fixed Term appointment:

• To be eligible for fixed term appointment you must have a current visa that allows you to work for the required term and hours of the contract.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Suitable applicants will be required to provide:

• Proof of identity 100-point check.
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australian Police Force that is less than two months from the date of issue.

How to Apply:

Click ‘Apply for Job' at the bottom of this advertisement to submit your application.

If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056, in the first instance. For information about the process you can contact People Services at peopleservices@dpc.wa.gov.au.

Applications are to be received no later than 4:00 pm, Friday 21 August 2026.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Subsequent vacancies:

Applicants who are found suitable in this process, may be considered for similar vacancies that arise within the department, in accordance with the relevant Commissioner’s Instructions.