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Expressions of Interest: Assembly Finance, Audit and Risk Committee

December 3, 2025

Expression of Interest – Committee Member
Assembly Finance, Audit and Risk Committee (AFARC)
Uniting Church in Australia (National Assembly)
Initial three-year term

AFARC is seeking an experienced governance professional to join the Committee for an initial three-year term. AFARC provides independent oversight of finance, audit and risk for the National Assembly of the Uniting Church in Australia. Members may serve up to a maximum of nine years (three terms).

We welcome applications from people with strong skills and experience in accounting, financial management, governance and/or risk management. Candidates do not need to be members of the Uniting Church, and detailed knowledge of the Church’s structure is not required – this can be learned in the role. Up to two committee members may be non-members of the Church.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to strong governance in a significant national faith-based organisation that serves communities across Australia.

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Key Responsibilities

AFARC’s responsibilities include oversight of:

  1. External reporting and compliance with applicable legislation, standards and best practice
  2. Financial management, including budgets, policies, and management reporting
  3. External and internal audit and controls
  4. Risk management policy, systems and oversight
  5. Other activities requested by the Assembly Standing Committee or the President of the Assembly

Attributes and Eligibility

Committee members are expected to:

  • Act in the interests of the Assembly as a whole
  • Contribute time and expertise to fulfil Committee responsibilities
  • Bring experience in governance, strategic planning, financial or risk management appropriate to an organisation of comparable complexity
  • Have relevant professional qualifications and/or experience

Additional requirements:

  • Not be an employee of the Assembly or its agencies
  • Not simultaneously sit on the Assembly Investment Committee
  • The role is voluntary; reasonable travel and accommodation costs are reimbursed

Time Commitment:

  • Four in-person meetings per year (typically Monday 10am–3pm, in Sydney or Canberra)
  • Approximately three additional online meetings of 1–2 hours each

How to Apply

Please send a short cover letter and CV (addressing the skills and attributes above) to: Leo Iosifidis, National Director Strategic Finance & Administration - Leoi@nat.uca.org.au

For further information, contact Leo by email.

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