Overview
Enable Leadership. Drive Governance. Deliver Strategy. For Purpose Aged Care Australia (FPACA) is a purpose-led, not-for-profit organisation entering a period of national growth and operational transformation. We are seeking a highly capable Corporate Governance Manager to work closely with our CEO, Board and Executive Leadership Team to ensure strong governance, effective leadership forums and disciplined execution of our strategic priorities. This is a unique opportunity to operate at the centre of a growing organisation, supporting executive decision-making, strategic coordination and organisational communication that ultimately strengthens the quality of care delivered across our Homes. This role is based in Cheltenham, Victoria, with occasional travel to FPACA locations as required.
Role & Reporting
The Corporate Governance Manager role is ideally suited to a professional who enjoys working at the intersection of governance, strategy and execution. Reporting to the Executive General Manager – Strategy & Performance, this role plays a key part in ensuring executive and Board forums run effectively, strategic initiatives maintain momentum and organisational governance processes operate smoothly. You will work closely with senior leaders across the organisation to coordinate executive meetings, track strategic priorities, support governance forums and help ensure decisions translate into action.
Key Focus Areas
* Governance & Board Support
o Provide secretariat support for Board and Committee meetings
o Manage agendas, minutes, action registers, and governance records
o Coordinate schedules, travel, and site visits
* Executive & Leadership Support
o Prepare and review meeting papers with the CEO and Executive team
o Compile meeting packs and track decisions to completion
o Facilitate leadership forums and executive workshops
* Strategy & Projects
o Support strategic planning and track organisational priorities
o Monitor progress of key initiatives, risks, and follow-ups
o Drive momentum across transformation and improvement programs
* Communication & Coordination
o Assist with executive and organisation-wide communications
o Ensure seamless coordination across leadership and project teams
About You
You are a highly organised and proactive professional who is comfortable working with senior leaders and managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. You bring strong attention to detail, excellent written communication and the ability to keep complex workstreams organised and progressing.
You Will Likely Bring
* Experience supporting senior executives, governance forums or strategic initiatives
* Strong capability preparing agendas, executive papers and meeting packs
* Excellent minute-taking and action-tracking capability
* Exceptional organisation and attention to detail
* Strong judgement and discretion handling confidential information
* Advanced Microsoft 365 capability (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)
Desirable
* Experience supporting Board or executive committees
* Background in governance, consulting, PMO, strategy or executive office environments
* Experience in aged care, healthcare, not-for-profit or regulated sectors
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in business, governance, communications or project management
Benefits & Culture
Benefits
As a purpose-led, not-for-profit organisation, we invest in our people and offer a range of benefits to support both work and life, including:
* Salary packaging – save up to $15,900 p.a. (Go Salary)
* Novated leasing
* Super salary sacrifice options
* State-of-the-art technology to help you work smarter
* Flexible work/life balance
* Team lunches & regular team-building events
* Exclusive discounts with JB Hi-Fi, Endota Spa & more
* CommBank workplace banking
* HESTA member benefits
* Access to EAP counselling (free & confidential)
* Ausmed Passport
Why Join Us
This is a rare opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and contribute to the governance and strategic coordination of a growing aged care organisation making a meaningful difference in the lives of older Australians.
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