Applications closing on 09 November 2026, 12:00 PM

- Reference number26-52
- Job TypeContract (Long Term)
- PackageSitting fee per meeting and travel allowance

Castlemaine Fixed term, initially 3 years

$574 sitting fee per meeting + Travel

Closing date: 12pm on Monday 9 November 2026

Mount Alexander Shire is known for its local food and wine, for a vibrant arts community and breathtaking natural surrounds.

Perfectly located in Central Victoria, around 30 minutes from Bendigo by car or just 20 by rail, with Melbourne only 90 minutes away, you’ll enjoy a balanced lifestyle with outstanding services, schools and homes in townships like Castlemaine and Maldon.

We are seeking an Independent Member to join our Audit and Risk Committee as established under Section 53 of the Local Government Act 2020.

The Committee The Audit and Risk Committee supports Council in discharging its oversight responsibilities related to financial and performance reporting, risk management, fraud prevention, internal controls, and assurance activities including internal and external audit and compliance with its policies and legal obligations.

It performs its role by monitoring, reviewing and advising Council on matters set out in its Charter, which can be found under Audit and Risk Committee on our website Committees | Mount Alexander Shire Council.

Membership of the Committee comprises four independent members, the Mayor and one Councillor.



Council has one vacancy on the Committee for an initial three-year term, with the potential for further reappointment.

Meetings

There are usually four meetings per year in February, May, September, and November. Meetings are held at the Civic Centre, 27 Lyttleton Street, Castlemaine, and run for approximately 3 hours. A sitting fee is payable to independent members which is currently $574 (plus GST) and travel allowance based on meeting criteria.

Selection Criteria

Applicants are required to hold a relevant degree qualification and/or should demonstrate experience in at least four of the following areas:

- Current issues facing Local Government and the Shire;
- Governance, policy and compliance oversight within public sector organisations;
- Risk management, control, external and internal audit within public sector organisations;
- Financial reporting requirements of Local Government;
- Business or financial management/reporting.

Expression of Interest Process Please ensure your expression of interest includes:

- A cover letter
- A copy of your current resume
- Responses to the Selection Criteria listed above

Expressions of Interest should be submitted via the Current Vacancies page on the Mount Alexander Shire Council website.

Contact

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role, please contact Leanne Brown, Manager Governance and Risk, on 0400 832 795.

📌 Audit and Risk Committee Independent Member - Expression of Interest (Victoria)
🏢 Mount Alexander Shire Council
📍 Victoria