AddressGovernance Lead
Are you a driven and experienced governance adviser seeking a dynamic opportunity? IPAA Victoria is looking for a highly motivated person to join our team and take charge of providing crucial support to the board, board subcommittes and communities of practice and IPAA management.
The Governance Lead is responsible for providing operational governance support to ensure compliance with governance requirements of an incorporated association. The role supports the Chief Operating Officer (COO) in the development and implementation of policy, process and reporting to underpin effective business operations.
About the business
IPAA Victoria is the peak professional association for the public purpose sector. We connect, empower and celebrate Victoria’s public purpose sector with innovative professional development programs, thought leadership events, networking opportunities and leadership awards. We represent the interests of all levels of government and sections of tertiary education, not-for-profit, business and community sectors. We are guided by our values of innovation, inclusivity and safety, connection, integrity, and excellence.
About you
- You are team player, able to work in a collaborative way across the organisation and with willingness to reach in to support priority needs
- You are driven by a genuine internal and external customer service ethos and able to inspire the same in others
- Sound interpersonal and consultative skills
- Excellent skills in building and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders
- Well organised with strong attention to detail and able to be flexible in managing competing priorities and deadlines
- Sophisticated written and oral communication skills, including management and board reporting
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills and ability to deliver innovative solutions
- Sound judgment, able to influence others and be seen as a credible source of advice
About the position
The Governmance Lead works closely with the Chief Operating Officer and across the IPAA Victoria Leadership Team and the IPAA Board.
This position will suit somebody that enjoys overseeing and coordinating the delivery of strong internal governance and business processes, including:
- Substantial experience in providing board and committee secretariate support, preferably in a not-for-profit or association
- Sound experience in drafting executive and board level briefing papers
- Demonstrated understanding of corporate governance principles, particularly in the not-for-profit sector
- Demonstrated understanding of the broader public purpose sector
- Experience gained in a member-based organisation is desirable
Sound like you?
IPAA Victoria provides a supportive and stimulating working environment and a commitment to developing employees at all levels. If you are an experienced bookkeeper and looking for an opportunity to evolve your career to the next level within a progressive professional association, then apply now with your resume and a cover letter, including what has motivated you to apply for this position.
For more information about this position, please contact Darren Bloomfield, Chief Operating Officer, on 0402 254 ***.
Applications will be accepted until close of business on 5 July 2024.
For the position description please visit: https://www.vic.ipaa.org.au/careers
