National Governance and Policy Officer

The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) is a progressive Union dedicated to advancing the rights and wellbeing of manufacturing workers and our communities.

We are driven by our values. We are democratic, inclusive, fair and respectful; we do what we say; and we work strategically, standing together as one to deliver outcomes for members.

This temporary role is crucial for ensuring the Union’s adherence to governance and fair work standards, providing administrative support across policy development, implementation, review, and compliance activities. Working closely with national officers and state branches, this position is essential in maintaining compliance with the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009.

Your responsibilities will also include maintaining and updating databases related to conflicts of interest, family declarations, office holders, induction resources, and new employees. Additional duties include conducting vehicle inspections per Union policies, coordinating market testing, overseeing contracts due for review, and rolling out new IT devices.

You will also coordinate and provide administrative support for the Audit, Risk, and Investment Committee, including preparing agendas, compiling reports, attending meetings, minute taking and fulfilling related tasks.

In conjunction with the Union’s National Operations Officer, you may be required to conduct internal financial and membership audits, which may require interstate travel to state branches.

If you are dedicated to fostering accountability, transparency, policy excellence, integrity, compliance, and risk management—and you possess relevant skills and experience—this role presents an opportunity for you.

Further details of the position and selection criteria can be found in the job description, available on request.

**SALARY AND CONDITIONS**
- Annual salary ex super will be $111,392.38
- Location: Granville Office
- Up to 12 month duration - temporary full time
- The role is remunerated at Level 4 of the Wages and Conditions of Employment for Officials and Officers
- Generous conditions including:

- 5% superannuation
- Pro rata leave
- 5% annual leave loading (pro rata basis)
- Paid Union Picnic Day

**SELECTION CRITERIA (ABILITIES, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE)**

**_ Essential_**
- Demonstrated understanding of governance frameworks and compliance requirements, particularly relating to the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009
- Experience in supporting the development, implementation, review and compliance of organisational policies
- Excellent communication skills with the proven ability to provide clear, accurate advice and guidance to internal employees.
- Proficiency in maintaining and updating various databases, including those related to conflicts of interest, family declarations and office holders.
- Demonstrated experience in a union or corporate governance or similar area
- Demonstrated ability to provide high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to conduct self-driven, autonomous work and manage priorities
- Demonstrated ability to undertake research to contribute to the development and implementation of policies, projects and review of key suppliers
- Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation, regulations, together with policy and procedure

**_Desirable_**
- Experience within a union organisation, or a commitment to the trade union movement
- Previous internal audit and risk assessment experience
- Experience in overseeing contracts and conducting market testing

**NEXT STEPS**:
Applications should include a current CV with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria contained in the job description.

**National Governance and Policy Officer (Temporary, Full Time, Maternity Leave Cover, Duration up to 12 Months)**:
**AMWU**:
**AMWU**

**Job posted on**:November 22, 2024

**Applications close**:Wednesday 4th December (COB)

**Salary**:Annual salary ex super will be $111,392.38