Expression of Interest: Independent Audit & Risk Committee Members
Are you an experienced financial leader or an emerging professional looking to broaden your expertise while giving back to the community? This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven, philanthropically funded not-for-profit organisation committed to water governance reform for the benefit of all Australians.
Watertrust Australia is currently seeking up to two passionate and skilled individuals to join our Audit and Risk Committee. This is an exciting chance to play a vital role in supporting strong governance, oversight, and impact, while working alongside others who care deeply about making a difference.
About Watertrust Australia
Watertrust Australia is an independent organisation, philanthropically funded to help resolve systemic roadblocks in water policy. Our work creates the conditions for more constructive, inclusive and evidence-based decision-making. We don’t take sides – our role is to bring the right people to the table to enable better processes that lead to better outcomes everyone can live with.
Watertrust is funded by a coalition of philanthropies working together to provide financial support for an initial 10-year period beginning in 2021. We are incubated at the Australian Academy of Science and have team members based in Canberra, South Australia, Northern Territory and New South Wales.
About the position
As an independent member of the Watertrust Australia Audit & Risk Committee, you will be responsible for reviewing the financial reports, audit processes, risk management strategies, and policies, and report key outcomes and recommendations to the Board.
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Further information
For a confidential discussion or to request a copy of the information pack, please contact Kylie Clarke, Governance and Operations Manager | Company Secretary at governance@watertrustaustralia.org.au
Applications close Friday 19 September 2025.