• Full time, continuing role        

• Pivotal role supporting the University Governance Office

• Base salary $140,913 – 148,684 + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The Senior Corporate Governance Specialist is responsible for providing high level governance and administrative services to the University of Sydney Senate and relevant Standing Committees and Working Groups of this body. The incumbent is accountable for supporting the overall successful operation of the governance body, which includes providing strategic support and advice to Senior Executives, providing operational and project management, policy advice and administrative support to the Deputy Chief Governance Officer.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• provide strategic guidance and expert governance advice to the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, and University Executive to enable best practice governance models, committee support, and delivery of strategic objectives within the University Strategic Plan

• provide advice and guidance to the Deputy Chief Governance Officer on key sector and University policy matters and ensure the Chief Governance Officer is briefed and prepared with all information, materials and resources for successful engagement with internal and external stakeholders and committees

• manage and prepare the agenda for meetings of Senate and its Standing Committees and Working Groups to ensure the orderly and timely dispatch of business to be conducted at those meetings

• develop and implement communication strategies and plans designed to meet the key information requirements and needs of internal and external stakeholders to the University

• manage governance processes including committee membership, reporting and communications

• undertake research of issues and provide high level policy advice and briefing materials.

 About you

• extensive experience in servicing senior committees

• professional experience with analysing reports and policy development

• demonstrated ability to research, interpret, draft, implement and provide advice on complex legislation and procedures

• proven record of organisational decision-making ability, together with strong analytical skills

• excellent time and workload management skills

• high level of interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate and liaise with staff at all levels.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires valid work rights for Australia.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to , evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of , , , , and those who identify as . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. . 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. 

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Sunday 22 September 2024 11:59 PM