Careers at Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) - Make a real impact with flexible working options, generous benefits, and a commitment to your growth and development.
- $142,914 to $178,361 + 15.4% superannuation (applicable from 13 March 2025)
Who we are
The Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) supports accountability and transparency in the Australian Government sector through independent reporting to the Parliament. At the ANAO, you will make meaningful contributions to public sector administration through a full range of audit and assurance services.
We are a professional and high performing organisation underpinned by the values of integrity, respect and excellence. Our people are technical and analytical experts in their field and are driven to produce high quality outcomes.
The Performance Audit Services Group (PASG) provides Parliament with assurance about the quality of public resource management, and assists the public sector by identifying and promoting better administrative and management practices.
The opportunity
- Evaluate and report to Parliament on the performance of government entities, leading investigation, evidence collection, research, analysis and report writing.
- Promote public sector accountability and transparency while gaining insights into different policy and program areas.
- Design and manage complex and engaging audit projects, examining topics of public interest and importance - like Defence capability, procurement, grants and the efficiency or effectiveness of government programs.
- Enjoy work-life balance and potentially have access to flexible working arrangements.
As an EL2 Senior Director in our Performance Audit Services Group, your role will be to:
- Be responsible for the delivery of performance audits in accordance with approved plans, budgets and timeframes;
- Manage a small team, develop the team's capabilities and establish and communicate a shared strategic focus for the team;
- Provide high level professional and technical advice on the audit topic;
- Manage agency relationships positively and productively;
- Prepare briefings for parliamentary committees on your audit;
- Lead workshops with the Auditor-General and other audit executives to discuss and enhance your audit, and provide assurance that it meets all audit standards and quality requirements;
- Contribute to corporate activities, strategy setting, development of associated audit products and facilitate knowledge sharing across the ANAO.
Who we are looking for
A performance audit is like a research project, so we are looking for inquiring, detail-oriented people who enjoy focusing on a single project for an extended period of time (8-12 months). The successful candidates will have experience in preparing evidence-based written reports and can think strategically, manage projects to time and budget, and draw conclusions from evidence.
We offer opportunities for motivated individuals who seek purpose in their work and are committed to achieving better outcomes for Australians. Our diverse team shares a focus on promoting public sector confidence.
Skills in areas like contract management, grants, procurements, economic/financial management, cyber/IT security, biosecurity, and data management are highly valued.
You will demonstrate professional excellence, delivering high-quality work on time and within budget, with precision and accuracy. Comfortable with scrutiny, you thrive working with data, writing effectively, and are known for your ethical values and integrity.
We are seeking candidates with the following demonstrated abilities:
- Leadership and staff development: Leading and managing small teams and building a positive workplace culture; developing others to thrive in an environment where findings, judgements and products are subject to vigorous scrutiny or challenge; overseeing staff development through on-the-job audit delivery and formal performance review settings; and providing coaching and constructive feedback to support individual growth and performance excellence.
- Project and audit management: Achievement in planning, directing and delivering performance audit products, investigations or inquiries to timeframe and budget while adhering to ANAO and international auditing standards.
- Research, analysis and critical thinking: Exceptional research and analytical skills, including data analysis, and ability to integrate complex themes and policy considerations into strategic findings and actionable advice.
- Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to quickly understand new systems and the role and function of performance audit; and adapt efficiently to evolving challenges.
- Effective communication: Represent and promote the ANAO and its audit products to client agencies and external bodies; communicating complex advice clearly and effectively.
- Collaboration and relationship management: Foster strong relationships with senior stakeholders and colleagues, navigate disagreements diplomatically, and promote a collaborative environment.
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or extensive experience in evaluation, investigatory or administration review roles are highly desirable.
Citizenship - To be eligible for employment with the ANAO, applicants must be an Australian citizen.
Security Clearance - The preferred applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the minimum Baseline level.
RecruitAbility - RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under RecruitAbility you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under RecruitAbility; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the position.
Assessment process/Reasonable adjustment
As part of the assessment process, you may be asked to participate in one or more of the following assessment activities:
- Interview (in-person or virtual); and/or
If you believe you may require reasonable adjustments to participate in the assessment process, please ensure this is indicated on your application.
Applicants are required to submit a current CV/resume and a statement of claims (500 words maximum) outlining why you are interested in this position and why you believe that you have the skills, capabilities, knowledge and experience to be considered for this role.
Applications close: 11:30pm (AEDT) on Sunday 16 March 2025.
For more information, please refer to the attached job description.
