Governance Officer
- Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week)
- Duration: Continuing
- Remuneration: Level 6/7 $100,354 - $119,132 (depending on experience) + 17% super + leave loading
- Location: Kensington, NSW (hybrid)
Join UNSW as a Governance Officer – shape the future of university governance while driving impactful projects and collaborating across the vibrant UNSW community!
About UNSW:
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re one of the top 20 universities in the world and a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.
Why your Role Matters:
The Governance Officer provides assistance with governance support for a portfolio of university committees, including providing advice to relevant stakeholders on governance matters. They are also responsible for providing project support on governance specific projects.
The Governance Officer is expected to make an active contribution to the strategic and operational plans, policies and procedures of the Governance team.
The Governance Officer reports to the Senior Manager, Governance. The position will have significant working relationships with team members in Governance, Legal and Compliance, members of the executive, committees, and the wider university community.
Responsibilities:
Meeting Management
- Collate, prepare, and distribute agendas and documentation for committees.
- Attend meetings, prepare minutes, and take appropriate action to enable the timely dissemination of meeting outcomes.
- Liaise with committee members, senior management, and other university stakeholders to facilitate the effective operation of committees, including establishing meeting schedules and dates.
- Maintain and develop governing documents required for the effective management and operation of committees, including constitutions, terms of reference, and policy documents.
- Maintain accurate records of committee operations, including memberships and meetings, in accordance with legislative and regulatory requirements.
Governance Advice on Portfolio Committees
- Use judgment and initiative to resolve complex or sensitive issues arising in connection with committee operations and other compliance activities.
- Provide authoritative governance advice on the University's governance obligations, including compliance with the Corporations Act, Higher Education Standards Framework, University Rules and By-laws, policies, procedures, and systems.
- Offer expert guidance on governance best practices across the university sector and developments in corporate governance.
- Identify, research, and resolve governance issues related to committee operations, drafting briefing notes, executive summaries, reports, and other governance-related documents.
Governance Development and Project Management
- Plan, organise, and manage Governance projects, including reviewing and improving processes, participating in trials, implementing changes, and overseeing the full project lifecycle.
- Provide strategic advice regarding the unit's governance and compliance responsibilities.
Policy Development
- Contribute to the development and refinement of the University’s policy framework, including drafting policies and improving decision-making processes.
Skills and Experience
- A relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent work experience or an equivalent combination of knowledge, training and experience.
- Minimum of two years’ experience working with committees and a passion for embracing technology to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Demonstrated understanding and application of information organisation and retrieval. Ability to research issues appropriately and report findings accurately, both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to operate with a high level of confidentiality, diplomacy and discretion.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to enable professional interaction with stakeholders at all levels.
- Good written skills and demonstrated ability to create accurate records of meetings, with a high level of attention to detail.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage and resolve conflicting priorities; ability to take responsibility for own work and to appropriately refer problems.
For further details on role responsibilities and skills & experience required, refer to the position description found under the position listing on Jobs@UNSW
Benefits and Culture:
People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.
Our benefits include:
- Flexible working options.
- Career development opportunities.
- 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments.
- Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period.
- Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness).
For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits
How to Apply: Submit your CV & a cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job (as per the skills & experience bullet points in the job description) by 11.55pm 21st April 2025
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.
Contact: Amy Denney a.denney@unsw.edu.au - Talent Acquisition Team
Please apply directly through the website, applications sent to the contact above will not be accepted.
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
