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Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You'll find we're about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you'll achieve them.
Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.
Company Description Job Description
About the Opportunity
The Manager, Corporate Governance reports to the Head, Corporate Governance and provides professional secretariat support for Council Committees, manages a range of corporate governance functions, monitors and responds to corporate governance matters to ensure ongoing compliance and best practice, and delivers advisory services to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of corporate governance. The Manager Corporate Governance may also undertake a range of broader corporate governance functions as advised by the Head Corporate Governance which may include the aforementioned or any other activities as determined from time to time.
This role operates in a complex regulatory and policy environment and will have access to highly confidential and/or sensitive information. The Manager Corporate Governance is responsible for providing a high quality service in a timely and efficient manner in order to support the activities across corporate governance. This extends to ensuring that the incumbent is able to attend meetings and events across University campuses or at other locations including attending outside of traditional business hours, as required from time to time.
About you
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, with an acute eye for detail and precision
Executive and Board level presentation development and delivery skills
Corporate governance and secretariat experience including preparation of meeting schedules, agendas, minutes and associated processes
Adept at multi-tasking and prioritising demanding workloads with conflicting deadlines
Analytical, with the ability to research policy, identify gaps and issues and provide recommendations for action
Experience in high level policy, compliance, and governance review
A proven ability to work with a high level of confidentiality and integrity
Postgraduate qualifications or an equivalent combination of at least five years relevant experience and/or education/training in a large complex organisation or in the higher education sector.
Applicants must have unrestricted work rights and the successful candidate may be subject to a criminal history check. Please note sponsorship is not available for this position.
What we can offer
This is a full time, fixed term opportunity for 2 years based at our Nathan campus. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other campuses.
HEW 9 Salary - $126,882.22 - $131,419.05 + 17% superannuation. Full package range - $148,452.20 - $153,760.28.
Additional Information Why join Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:
Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
Opportunities for internal mobility
Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities
At Griffith, we're committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you're from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.
Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith's Modern Slavery Policy.
How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:
A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, please refer to the qualifications above and the position description.
Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
For application and recruitment advice please reach out to Laura Whitworth, Talent Acquisition Partner on ******
Closing date: Friday 4th October @ 11.59PM AEST. All applications must be submitted online.
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