Expressions of Interest are sought from suitably qualified individuals to be appointed as external members of the Council’s Audit and Risk Management Committee for a period of two years.

The objective of the Audit and Risk Management Committee is to:

• Guide and assist the local government in carrying out its functions relating to audits and financial management.

• Review audit reports given to it by the CEO.

• Monitor and advise the CEO in carrying out functions related to legislated reviews.

• Support the auditor of the local government to conduct audits.

• Oversee the implementation of any actions required in relation to audits and reviews.

• Perform any other function required of a local government audit committee.

The external member is required to demonstrate a high level of expertise and knowledge in at least one of the following:

• Financial management and reporting

• Governance

• Auditing

• Risk management and relevant skills and experience in providing independent expert advice.

External committee members are entitled to receive reimbursement of reasonable expenses.

Any questions regarding the position and expressions of interest can be directed to

Melody Foster, Manager Governance at governance@fremantle.wa.gov.au or on 08 9432 6941.

Expressions of interest must be received by 20 October 2023.

Glen Dougall

Chief Executive Officer