Board Governance Specialist
We are seeking an experienced professional to take on a key governance support role as Board Secretary within a high-performing public sector organisation.
This position will be responsible for ensuring the efficient delivery of secretariat services to senior leadership and Board members. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in providing effective governance support, with strong skills in meeting coordination, agenda development, and document management.
* Key Responsibilities:
* Coordinate all Board and subcommittee meetings, including preparation and follow-up
* Develop and distribute agendas, minutes, forward plans, and Board papers
* Liaise with Executive and Board members to ensure meeting effectiveness and quality governance outcomes
* Administer and maintain board management systems
* Maintain compliance registers, corporate records, and governance documents
* Provide onboarding support for new Board members and act as primary liaison for governance-related queries
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Proven experience in a senior Board Secretariat or Company Secretary support role
* Familiarity with board management platforms
* Strong capability in drafting agendas, reports, minutes, and high-level correspondence
* Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, including at Executive and Board levels
* High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to work independently
Benefits: This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, with a focus on delivering high-quality governance services. The successful candidate will receive comprehensive training and support to ensure their success in this role.
Others:
Applications close by 31st of August. Chandler Macleod is committed to fostering a diverse workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse individuals, people living with a disability, and the LGBTIQA+ community.