Governance Officer

Catholic Education Office - Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (see more jobs from this school)

Manuka, ACT 


Development / Strategy / Process

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 20 January 2025


If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact by championing governance excellence, apply now!

<p><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;Catholic Education Office, Manuka ACT<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong>&nbsp;Full-Time, Permanent&nbsp;<br><strong>Salary Range: </strong>$109,560 to $117,990 plus superannuation&nbsp;(based on skills and experience) Pro-rata for the Part-Time arrangement<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Negotiable 2025<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong> 11.55 pm, Monday 20 January 2025</p><p><strong>About Us&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Schools and nine Early Learning Centres (ELCs).&nbsp;The Catholic Education Office (CEO) provides corporate services Schools and ELCs.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong></p><p>We are seeking a dedicated Governance Officer to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will provide high-level secretariat services to the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) Board Committees, ensuring efficient and professional governance practices. Your expertise will drive the implementation of best practice governance frameworks and policies, enabling transparent decision-making and strengthening organisational resilience. You will also provide professional governance support to CACGEL employees, the Catholic Education Office, and CECG schools, assisting them in fulfilling their responsibilities in a transparent, lawful, and accountable manner.</p><p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Attractive remuneration package&nbsp;</li><li>Access to salary packaging, including novated leasing&nbsp;</li><li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li><li>Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li><li>Support for professional development and study opportunities</li></ul><p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong><br>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>The CEO is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of Schools and ELCs in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.</li><li>Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;</li></ul><p>For further information about the role and Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn, please visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">website</a>&nbsp;and position description.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact Rebecca Radanovich, People &amp; Culture Officer, on 0475136048 or via email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rebecca.radanovich@cg.catholic.edu.au">rebecca.radanovich@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>#S-DN&nbsp;</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/504681/governance-officer">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>