AddressOur client, a leading authority in electoral governance based in [Location], is currently seeking a Senior Governance Officer to join their team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the maintenance of integrity and compliance within electoral processes, playing a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth functioning of key committees and working groups. If you are passionate about governance and seek to make a meaningful impact in the democratic sphere, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity further.
Location: Canberra, ACT
Hourly rate: $56-63 p/h
Contract duration: 6 months
- Providing governance and secretariat services for key corporate committees, subcommittees, and working groups.
- Assisting in ensuring compliance with legislative obligations.
- Drafting strategic reports and briefing papers on complex issues.
- Analysis of complex issues and contribution to policy formulation or project management.
- Developing and maintaining key internal and external relationships.
- Providing specialist advice and guidance on team functional responsibilities.
- Additional responsibilities during electoral events: Supporting program and project areas where required.
Requirements:
- Negative Clearance (NV1)
- Australian citizenship & political neutrality
- Experience and expertise in corporate governance, with a proactive attitude towards obtaining relevant qualifications.
- Demonstrated proficiency in setting priorities, delivering high-quality outcomes within specified parameters of time and budget.
- Effective communication skills, adept at understanding and fulfilling stakeholder needs across diverse geographic locations.
- Strong analytical capabilities, enabling the identification of opportunities for change and contribution to business improvement strategies.
- Tertiary qualifications in corporate governance, public administration, or related fields are preferred.
- Ability to swiftly acquire knowledge of Australian electoral law and practice is desirable.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to contribute to the integrity of democratic processes
- Professional development and learning opportunities within the governance sector
- Exposure to high-level decision-making processes and stakeholders
If interested, please apply directly to ensure your application is considered. For any additional questions not covered in this job description, contact Laura O'Donovan by email: **************@ipa.com.au.
