Independent Chair Finance, Risk & Audit Committee - Australian Fencing FederationWork From Anywhere

The role

In line with our key priority of best-practice governance, we are currently recruiting for an Independent Chair of our Finance, Risk and Audit Committee (FRAC). The FRAC is responsible for: 

• The preparation and integrity of the AFF’s financial accounts and statements 
• internal controls, policies and procedures that the AFF’s uses to identify and manage business risks
• AFF insurance activities
• qualifications, independence, engagement, fees and performance of the AFF’s external auditor (External Auditor)
• External Auditor’s annual audit of the AFF’s financial statements
• Risk management processes of the AFF
• AFF’s compliance with legal, regulatory requirements and compliance policies

The AFF strives to support and promote excellence in committees through the recruitment of qualified, experienced members from diverse backgrounds. We want people who can question and challenge constructively, bring diverse views, and can influence others and find solutions.

The AFF is committed to having a diverse and inclusive culture in our organisation and in our sport.  

Committee positions are voluntary, and most meetings are held monthly via video conference. 

Eligibility 

To be eligible a candidate must: 

• agree to be bound by the Committee Terms of Reference and the AFF’s Policies 
• be independent of the AFF Board 

To apply

Candidates must complete the EOI form and provide information as to how they meet the desired skills and experience for the position as Independent Chair of the FRAC.  

• PD - Independent Chair FRAC
• FRAC Chair EOI Form (1)

All EOI forms must be submitted to Sam Auty, president@fencing.org.au by 5:00pm AEST Sunday 29 June 2025, along with the requested cover letter and CV.