Head of Governance
4 weeks ago
Job Summary
If you're looking for a role in a dynamic and community-focused organisation that is making a genuine impact on the lives of all Victorians, the Head of Governance position could be the right fit for you.
The role offers the opportunity to:
- build and work with a collaborative and effective team of governance, risk and administrative professionals
- translate ideas into action and refine processes for greater efficiency
- contribute to an organisation where good governance is valued and further embed good governance practices
- be a part of the “Governance, Legal, Operations and engagement” (GLOE) leadership team and help shape broader initiatives that make the commission a great place to work.
Position details
In this role, you will lead a team responsible for ministerial coordination, audit, planning, reporting, risk management and secretariat duties.
Your responsibilities will include:
- the development, implementation and adherence to governance frameworks, policies, and procedures for the commission.
- commission-wide reporting and planning activities
- delivery of the commission/'s risk management and audit frameworks
- secretariat functions to promote consistency in processes across the commission
- processes that set the form and manner of interaction between staff and commissioners.
Please refer to the attached position description for the principal functions and key selection criteria.
This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.
About us
The Essential Services Commission is Victoria's independent economic regulator of essential services supplied by a range of industries. The commission's functions include:
- making regulatory decisions with respect to prescribed industries (including price determinations, licensing, customer protection and access disputes).
- undertaking reviews and providing advice to Ministers on a range of economic and regulatory matters.
- administering the Victorian Energy Upgrades program.
Be part of a highly respected and professional organisation that allows you to apply your knowledge while supporting flexible working arrangements that allow you to balance work and life. You'll be working in a dynamic and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
How to apply
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria, highlighting their skills and relevant experience in relation to the role.
Our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace
We are Equal Employment Opportunity employer with inclusive leaders committed to driving a workplace culture that prioritises equity, safety, respect, and flexibility for all staff. We uphold the principles of Aboriginal self-determination in caring for our community.
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of any age, gender identity, parental/carer status, ability, religion, or cultural backgrounds.
If you require any adjustments to equitably participate in our recruitment process, please contact. We look forward to receiving your application.
Other relevant information
Preferred applicants are required to undergo mandatory pre-employment screening, which includes a national criminal history check, right to work verification, qualification checks, and a statutory declaration disclosing any previous misconduct investigations.
Applicants must have corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period to be appointed to this role. Ongoing positions are only available to Australian/New Zealand citizens or Australian Permanent Residents.
Applications close 11:59pm on Wednesday 8th October 2025
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