Permanent, full time, reporting to the President and Board
National leadership, representing Australia within the global IIA network
Hybrid role, open to Sydney based candidates only
About The Organisation
The Institute of Internal Auditors-Australia (IIA-Australia) is the leading professional body for internal auditing in Australia, representing 3,000 governance, risk and assurance professionals.
Operating in Australia since ****, it is part of a global network of more than 260,000 professionals in over 120 countries under IIA Inc, which sets the profession's standards and leads its certification, education and research worldwide.
About The Role
Reporting to the President and Board, you will lead IIA-Australia's strategy, operations and finances, and act as the profession's primary spokesperson. You will diversify revenue and membership, strengthen governance and represent Australia's interests internationally.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy and Governance
Partner with the President and Board to develop, deliver and monitor the strategic plan
Ensure full compliance with ACNC standards and statutory reporting
Maintain strong risk management, internal controls and governance frameworks
Financial and Operational Leadership
Manage the organisation's finances with commercial discipline and transparent reporting
Oversee operations, technology, legal obligations and core programmes, including professional development, conferences and certification
People and Culture
Lead a high functioning ELT team, contractors and volunteers
Continue to build a high performing, values driven culture
Advocacy and Influence
Act as the profession's leading voice with government, regulators, standard setters, boards and executives
Shape legislative, regulatory and corporate policy in support of qualified standards
Raise the profession's profile through thought leadership,



public relations and research
Members and Partnerships
Strengthen the member value proposition to drive retention, growth and participation
Build relationships with industry partners and academia
International Engagement
Represent Australia's interests with global leadership and align with global strategic priorities
Represent Australia to IIA Inc and the Asian Confederation of Institutes of Internal Auditors (ACIIA)
Contribute actively to the Asian Confederation of Institutes of Internal Auditors, engaging peers across diverse regulatory and business environments
About You
Proven CEO or senior executive experience in a professional association, member organisation or not for profit
A track record of advocacy that influences government and industry
Strong financial acumen, including budget management and diverse revenue streams
Sound knowledge of ACNC governance, director duties and board reporting
Experience engaging international networks with cultural sensitivity, including across Asia
An exceptional communicator with political acumen, equally comfortable with strategy and hands on delivery
Beaumont Executive has been retained to recruit this position on behalf of the Institute of Internal Auditors-Australia.
At Beaumont Executive, we believe a diverse workplace is a positive workplace, and we love working with organisations that feel the same way. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or parental status. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know how we can support you.
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