Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity to appoint two new�Audit and Risk Committee members.
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The RoS Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) provides advice and assurance to RoS� Chief Executive, Accountable Officer, and Board, in respect of risk management. The ARC works closely with the External Auditor (Deloitte) and Internal Auditor (Scottish Government�s Internal Audit and Assurance Directorate).��
Job description
The ARC�s role is to:�
�Provide independent, informed support and assurance to the Chief Executive, Accountable Officer, and RoS Board on matters such as the corporate governance arrangements in place, and risk management, including fraud, value for money, and control systems.�
�Commission an annual programme of work from RoS internal auditors, in consultation with the Accountable Officer and other Executive Directors. The programme is risk-based, focussing on RoS systems of internal control, and challenges to the successful achievement of our corporate objectives. The ARC reviews the reports from that programme of activity, monitoring outcomes and actions to completion.�
�Provide an Annual Report to the RoS Board and the Accountable Officer summarising the work of the committee in the year, along with outcomes from effectiveness reviews.�
Person specification
A number of the current ARC members reach their maximum term in office in autumn 2024. We are therefore looking to appoint candidates to join the ARC in the summer of 2024 to allow for handover.��
The terms of reference for the RoS ARC can be found�.
Details of the current ARC members can be found�. You can read a blog from outgoing ARC member Julie Wardhaugh about her time in the role�.
RoS emphasises diversity in our ARC, and we welcome applications from appropriately qualified candidates in all sections of the community, and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Information regarding our current ARC and Board diversity is published�.
For more information on the role &, full details on the Technical and Leadership Competencies required, and how to apply, please refer to our full recruitment pack.
Benefits
1. Travel costs to Committee meetings and related expenses will be reimbursed.