Senior ARC Secretariat & Reporting Officer

At the NSW Department of Education we educate and inspire lifelong learners from early childhood through schooling to vocational education and training.

• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Parramatta CBD office location with flexible working arrangements available The team currently attends set days in the office on Thursdays Fridays and every second Tuesday
• Salary ranges from $129464 to $142665 p.a. plus super and annual leave loading

Combine your audit and governance expertise stakeholder engagement and analytical thinking to deliver real impact at a senior level.

About the role

As the Senior ARC Secretariat and Reporting Officer youll lead the delivery of high-quality secretariat and reporting functions that keep the internal audit function and Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) operating effectively.

In this role you will:

• Lead the coordination and delivery of end-to-end ARC secretariat services ensuring strong governance and smooth committee operations
• Build and maintain effective relationships with ARC members senior executives and audit teams to keep priorities aligned and communication flowing
• Prepare high-quality reports briefs and correspondence for the Secretary senior executives relevant committees and the ARC
• Take a proactive approach to project managing the internal audit program assist with developing the Internal Audit plan monitoring progress tracking key milestones
• Support audit operation activities including stakeholder management and procurement activities

For further information please click here to view the role description.

About you

• Demonstrated experience in leading committee management/secretariat functions
• Strong background in audit risk or governance with deep understanding of the end-to-end audit lifecycle and application of relevant sector-wide policies inlcuding TPP 20-08 Internal Audit and Risk Management Policy for the General Government Sector
• Skilled at influencing and supporting senior stakeholders
• Proven ability to lead and prioritise in a fast-paced environment delivering high-quality time critical tasks
• Strong analytical and systems capability including Excel and audit and risk software with the ability to synthesise data into strategic insights and executive-level reporting. Experience with Power BI would be highly regarded.
• Proactive adaptable and solutions-focused
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Departments Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Departments Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent experience in Committee management and governance in a large complex organisation.
• Hold a valid clearance to work with Children (Working with Children Check) for paid employment or are willing to obtain one.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• 35 hour working week
• Competitive salary salary sacrificing employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Flex Leave entitlements generous holidays & leave conditions
• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

How to apply

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.

Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience insights and alignment with the Departments values and priorities.

Please refer to the Applicants Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking Apply Now.

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens permanent residents New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.

Closing date Sunday 24 May 2026 at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Farhana Laskar (Manager Audit Operations & ARC Secretariat) via

For recruitment process enquiries please contact

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people people of any age or gender people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA community veterans refugees people with disability people with sensory differences and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment details listed above. For more information visit the NSW Department of Educations Diversity equity and inclusion webpage.

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role and who may be considered for a range of similar roles including temporary term or ongoing roles over the next 18 months.