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Form of workAbout us
Education Services Australia (ESA) is a ministerial not-for-profit company committed to making a positive difference in the lives and learning of Australian students. ESA delivers products and services for clients including the Australian government, State and Territory education authorities, and a variety of not-for- profit and government organisations.
Why work with us
- Work for a NFP that provides true impact for students, teachers, parents and carers
- Flexible working policy – Work from home with a minimum of 40% in the office
- 35 hour week – standard Australian work week is 38 hours
- Offices with a new fit out, in a convenient location in the heart of the CBD
- For more information about working for ESA please visit the Employment page on our website https://www.esa.edu.au/about/employment
The role
Reporting to our CEO, we are looking for a Company Secretary to work across ESA to advise the Board, it’s Committees and the CEO to ensure that ESA’s governance is consistent with its legislated powers, duties and responsibilities and provide advice on all governance related matters.
Flexible work options, the role is 0.8 capacity per week.
Some of your key duties are to:
- Ensure all Board and Committee meetings are called and held
- Prepare agendas, papers, minutes, discussion papers and out-of-session proposals
- Ensure registers are established and properly maintained and reports are prepared in accordance of ACNC and the Corporations Act requirements
- Provide or procure advice for Directors regarding application of the Corporations Act, Company Constitution, ACNC Governance Standards and other legal and regulatory requirements
- Assist in the preparation of ESA’s annual reports, strategic plans and budgets
- Provide advice to the Board on good practice in corporate governance and compliance
- Ensure ESA is informed of new and proposed legislation which may affect governance activities and drive a culture of good governance across the organisation.
- Provide advice and support to the CEO and executive team in relation to Education Ministers’ Meeting (EMM) matters
- Ensure all papers and reporting are completed in time for key stakeholder meetings.
About you
- You are a highly organised, pro-active person, with strong attention to detail, high-level interpersonal skills and committed to quality service delivery
- You have experience in supporting Committees and/or a Board and CEO.
- You have a deep knowledge of governance requirements and best practice approach to ensure efficient delivery of Company Secretary services
- You have excellent writing, communication and analytical skills
- You can work independently at a high level and meet strict deadlines.
- You have superior stakeholder management skills to ensure you gain the trust and confidence of the Board and Executive
- You have excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage complex and multi-disciplinary tasks simultaneously.
Desirable
- You have experience in working with government departments, in particular in the preparation of reports and/or briefs
- You have knowledge of a national education systems and structures
- You have completed a relevant Company Secretary qualification or course.
What ESA offer
At ESA we want everyone to succeed, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, sexuality, physical ability or age. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. In addition to a competitive remuneration package, ESA offers lifestyle benefits and a culture that allows people and ideas to flourish.
