Investor Presentaiton
The Health and Safety Committee facilitates cooperation between
the department and employees to maintain and strengthen the health,
safety and wellbeing in accordance with the Work Health and Safety
Act 2020.
In 2022-23, the Committee gave attention to the election of health
and safety representatives; with 20 representatives appointed for a
3-year term. Review of workplace inspections and review of emergency
evacuation protocols were also completed.
The People and Culture Sub-Committee sets priorities, tracks
progress and drives accountability of people and culture related
matters. It also champions change management activities to embed
values and positive organisational culture.
This is a new part of the governance structure, formed in March 2023.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee assists the Director General to discharge responsibilities
under the Financial Management Act 2006 and facilitates a coordinated and
consistent approach to matters relating to financial management and financial risk
in the department.
Key focus areas in 2022-23, were the alignment of budgets against strategic
priorities, management of financial risks identified in audits and external reviews,
and the review and endorsement of additional funding requests, repurposed
surpluses, and resource allocations impacting future financial years.
Risk and Audit Committee
The independent Risk and Audit Committee provides systematic oversight of the
department's governance, risk management and control practices.
Advice and guidance on the adequacy of governance and assurance is provided
to the Director General to support the achievement of strategic objectives,
compliance with regulations, policies and other requirements including the
expectations of customers, employees and the community.
The committee meets quarterly and is composed of 4 external members
(including the chair) and 2 senior leaders from the department. This representation
ensures the committee's independence and affords broader access to the skill
sets that enable the committee to effectively fulfil its role.
A key focus in 2022-23 was the department's risk culture, including defining
the department's risk appetite, developing an integrated assurance map, and
improving risk reporting and oversight. In addition, the Committee focused on risk
management and assurance for major contracts and health projects and provided
oversight of the work across the system to address the Office of the Auditor
General audit qualification pertaining to network security.
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Significant issues Report on operations Agency performance Operational disclosures ⚫Key performance indicators • Financial disclosures and compliance • AppendixView entire presentation