- Flexible location + hybrid work arrangements
- Part-time (0.6 FTE) and continuing
- HEW 7 $105,933 - $116,643 + 17% Superannuation
Benefits for working with us!
At Deakin, we offer more than just a job — we offer a lifestyle. Across our campuses in Geelong, Melbourne, and regional Victoria, you’ll find everything you need to thrive: on-site childcare, gyms, medical centres, cafes, accessible public transport, and convenient parking. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance, generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave and the option to purchase additional time off, plus a wide range of staff discounts on travel and more. Our health and wellbeing services, ongoing professional development opportunities, and inclusive, supportive culture make Deakin a place where you can grow — whether you're working remotely or immersed in the vibrant energy of campus life.
Who are we?
Deakin is a cutting-edge public university headquartered in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across our campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI), GIFT City, India, and our vibrant online environment. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.
About the role:
The Coordinator, Internal Audit plays a central role in supporting the effective delivery of the University's internal audit function. This position is responsible for coordinating the planning, scheduling, and execution of internal audit activities in close collaboration with university stakeholders and the appointed internal or external audit service providers. The role ensures the Internal Audit Plan remains aligned with the University’s strategic priorities, risk profile, and regulatory obligations.
As a Coordinator, Internal Audit you will:
- Coordinate the planning, scheduling, and delivery of internal audit activities in collaboration with internal stakeholders and the University’s appointed audit provider, including organising meetings, acting as the central point for distributing papers and ensuring all necessary documentation is prepared and accessible.
- In collaboration with the University’s Risk and Assurance functions, coordinate the development and updating of the University’s Internal Audit Plan as requested by the Senior Executive Officer or senior management.
- Serve as the primary liaison between different areas of the university and the audit service provider, ensuring effective communication, cooperation, and the timely provision of information and documentation for audit engagements.
- Assist in the preparation of reports, briefings and papers for the Audit and Risk Committee and other governance forums.
- Participate in meetings and track audit recommendations and management actions, supporting business areas with implementation and ensuring timely resolution of audit issues.
To be successful, you’ll have:
- An appropriate undergraduate qualification or equivalent combination of work experience and training.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines with limited supervision in a large, complex organisation governed by policies and procedures.
- High-level verbal and written communication skills, including the preparation of professional reports, briefings, and correspondence for senior stakeholders.
- Experience with audit or risk tracking systems, document management systems (e.g., TRIM/Content Manager), and advanced use of Microsoft Office applications.
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and proactive identification of opportunities for process or control enhancement
Here's how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Susannah Lavery (Senior Executive Officer) via email at s.lavery@deakin.edu.au
For a copy of the position description, please see below:
PD - Coordinator Internal Audit - 575589.pdf
Applications for this position close at 11.55pm on Thursday 28th August.
Are You Ready?
Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.
We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.
We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.
