Senior Auditor Advisory and Co-Sourced Support

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

Plan partner and deliver co-sourced audit engagements that drive real impact.

• Two full time ongoing opportunities
• Based in Parramatta just a short walk from major transport hubs with flexible working arrangements available
• Salary ranges from $129464 to $142665 p.a. plus super and annual leave loading

About the role
In this role youll lead and support internal audit engagements as part of the internal audit work plan working closely with co-sourced partners to strengthen risk management controls and governance across our department.

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan coordinate and manage co-sourced and external audit providers to deliver operational financial technology related and compliance type audits and projects
• Establish strong relationships between internal teams and external partners to ensure timely value adding audit outcomes
• Provide advice on risk management governance internal controls business improvement and practical value-adding recommendations to support continuous improvement
• Use data analytics to assess risks track recommendations and drive adoption

For further information please clickhere to view the role description.

About you

• Experience in managing internal audit engagements including preparing reports and documentation.
• A proactive organised professional who adapts easily to changing priorities
• 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 workplace experience.
• Membership with a relevant professional body such as the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and/or Information Systems Audit & Control Association (ISACA).
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
• Current and valid Working with Children Check Clearance for paid employment.

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 theApplicants 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 clickhere 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 22 February 2026 at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Emily Lim (Manager Audit Delivery) at

For recruitment process enquiries please contact Sarah Nguyen (Recruitment Specialist) at

We welcome applications from all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples culturally and linguistically diverse groups the LGBTQIA community veterans refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team () or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

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.