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Senior Secretariat & Governance Lead

SeniorFull-timeOfficeAustraliaPosted 1 month agoVerified 4 hours ago
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About the job

The Senior Secretariat and Governance Lead is a pivotal position within the Corporate Services division, focusing on delivering high-level executive and secretariat services for various boards and committees. This job plays a crucial role in ensuring effective governance mechanisms are in place, aligning with legislative and internal frameworks. The team thrives on collaboration, building strong relationships, and supporting the department's mission to enhance creative industries and community engagement.

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You'll be responsible for

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Delivering executive and secretariat services

Providing high-level executive and secretariat services for various boards and committees, particularly the Audit and Risk Committees.
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Coordinating meetings and documentation

Coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and ensuring accurate documentation of decision-making processes.
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Maintaining governance frameworks

Supporting the maintenance and development of the department’s Corporate Policy Governance Framework and Governance Framework.

Key criteria

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Executive-level secretariat support experience

Proven experience providing high-quality support for boards and committees.

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Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience

Relevant qualifications or demonstrated professional experience in governance.

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Strong stakeholder engagement skills

Demonstrated ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

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5 criteria for this job
Executive-level secretariat support experience
Proven experience providing high-quality support for boards and committees.

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Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience
Relevant qualifications or demonstrated professional experience in governance.

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Strong stakeholder engagement skills
Demonstrated ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

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Agenda preparation and minute-taking
Experience in preparing agendas and accurately documenting meetings.

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Governance framework development experience
Experience supporting the implementation of governance frameworks.

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