Independent Presiding Member and Deputy Presiding Member Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee

The Shire of Perenjori invites expressions of interest to join the Shire’s Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC) as independent members in the positions of Presiding Member and Deputy Presiding Member. The term of appointment aligns with the next ordinary local government election cycle (October 2027) unless otherwise resolved by Council. Members may be reappointed. This committee supports the Shire in fulfilling its responsibilities for oversight in areas such as financial audit, risk management and continuous improvement, in compliance with the Local Government Act 1995 and associated regulations. The Committee meets at least three (3) times a year.

As appointed Presiding Member and Deputy Presiding Member of the ARIC, sitting fees are payable in accordance with Section 5.100 of the Act. These are currently set at $400 per meeting. The fees will be reviewed once the Salaries and Allowance Tribunal have released its Determination on the matter. For clarity, members are not paid for non attendance. Reimbursement is available for expenses incurred for travel and training if applicable.

About the Successful Candidate

The Independent Members will preside over Committee meetings and will be required to have experience and knowledge in the following areas:

• Financial reporting;
• Audit and assurance;
• Principles of good organisational governance; and
• Risk management and internal control principles.

Additional desirable skills and experience include:

• Strong leadership qualities to guide effective committee discussions;
• Analytical skills to assess complex information;
• Knowledge of the local government sector; and
• Familiarity with meeting procedures.

To be classed as an Independent Member, applicants must meet these criteria:

a) Must not be currently employed or providing paid services to the Shire of Perenjori;

b) Must not be an Elected Member of the Shire of Perenjori or any other local government authority; and

c) Must not be related to any person in categories a) or b).

Submission Details

Applications, including a current resume and statement of interest, are to be received by no later than 4:00 PM, Friday, 13 February 2026 and can be lodged via email to ceo@perenjori.wa.gov.au or addressed to Clinton Strugnell, Chief Executive Officer, Shire of Perenjori, 56 Fowler Street, PERENJORI WA 6620 and marked ‘Private and Confidential’.

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