Governance Officer

1 day ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Parks Victoria Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year
  • An exciting opportunity within our dynamic Office of the CEO
  • Be supported in your career development within a progressive organisation
  • Enjoy a healthy work life balance with options to work flexibly

About the role:

We're seeking an organised and proactive Governance Officer to join our Office of the CEO team. In this pivotal role, you'll provide high-level administrative and governance support to ensure the smooth and effective operation of our Board and Executive leadership functions.

As a Governance Officer, you will:

  • Coordinate and distribute Board and committee agendas, papers, and meeting materials.
  • Record accurate and timely minutes, and maintain action registers.
  • Support the delivery of strategic advice, governance processes, and high-quality documentation.
  • Manage member and stakeholder engagement with professionalism and discretion.
  • Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost integrity.
  • Provide administrative assistance across the Office of the CEO and Board Secretariat as required.

We're looking for someone with:

  • Demonstrable experience in a governance position, preferably within a government context
  • Proven ability to prepare clear written communications, including work plans, reports, and stakeholder briefings
  • A collaborative approach with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across diverse teams
  • Demonstrated ability to manage workloads and performance and allocate resources effectively

Your application will need to include:

  • Your current resume
  • A cover letter

Join our innovative organisation and enjoy what you do, apply today

Application Closing date: Sunday, 09 November 2025

About Us:

The Office of the CEO provides strategic advice, administrative and governance support to the CEO and Board. The office collaborates with the executives across the organisation, leading and supporting the delivery of Parks Victoria's strategic objectives, legislative requirements and government priorities, and manages the organisations' authorising environment, building and strengthening relationships with ministerial offices across all levels of government and with external stakeholders.

The office also ensures the timely preparation of high-quality briefings, correspondence and reports for senior decision makers, and provides high quality secretariat support to the Board (and its subcommittees) and to operational governance committees.

Sound like you?

If this sounds like you, then we would like to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about the role, call Sara Williams on or apply online

Organisational Commitments

Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.

Parks Victoria recognises diversity and inclusion is everyone's business. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.

  • Strategic Adviser

    5 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia DGS - People and Governance Full time $104,000 - $160,000 per year

    About us The Department of Government Services (DGS) was established on 1 January 2023 to improve everyone's experience of doing business and interacting with the Victorian government. We bring important day-to-day services together in one department to make things easy and seamless for Victorians and businesses. We are doing this by connecting and...

  • Secretariat Officer-Governance

    7 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Davidson Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

    Secretariat Officer - VPS4 Equivalent Contract Position | Part-time (0.8 FTE) | Hybrid Working We are seeking an experienced Secretariat Officer to provide high quality governance, secretariat and administrative support to senior executives and governance committees. In this role, you will coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and minutes, manage papers,...

  • Governance & Risk Officer

    3 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Talent – Specialists in tech, transformation & beyond Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    The RoleA State Government department is seeking a capable Governance & Risk Officer (VPS4) to provide governance, risk and secretariat support. In this role you'll deliver secretariat and contract administration support, manage governance and risk reporting deliverables, draft clear correspondence, and maintain strong stakeholder relationships. This is an...

  • Governance and Support Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Homes Victoria Full time $80,000 - $150,000 per year

    The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands...

  • Governance and Support Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Victorian Government - Department of Families, Fairness, and Housing Full time $70,000 - $95,000 per year

    THE ROLEThis is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an experienced Governance and Support Officer to support the delivery of the High-Rise Cooling Program for the Planned Asset Improvement Unit of Homes Victoria's Asset Management Branch. The Governance and Support Officer is a key role in a collaborative team focused on the installation of cooling...

  • Research Governance Officer

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Little Company of Mary Health Care Full time

    Progress with purpose at one of Australia's largest health care providersGet ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environmentBe part of a not-for-profit organisation guided by compassion, respect, and integrity—where your work contributes to real-world outcomesPermanent full-time opportunityFlexible/Hybrid...

  • Data Governance Officer

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Intrepid Travel Full time

    At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever. More than 35 years later, we're proud to be a certified B Corp with hundreds of trips in over 100 countries.The world needs more Intrepid people:Just as our travellers rely on our Tour Leaders to unlock hidden gems and navigate their destination, Intrepid relies...

  • Research Ethics and Governance Officer

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Royal Children's Hospital Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

    The Hospital:The Royal Children's Hospital's (RCH) Vision is "A world where all kids thrive".RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children's Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children's Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation.RCH has cared for the children and young people...

  • Senior Governance Officer

    1 day ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Integrity Oversight Victoria (formerly Victorian Inspectorate) Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    At Integrity Oversight Victoria (IOV), our role includes strengthening integrity and public confidence in the Victorian public sector through robust oversight and good governance.We're currently looking for a Senior Governance Officer who's ready to make an impact. If you thrive on variety, take pride in precision, and enjoy shaping how an organisation...

  • Research Ethics and Governance Officer

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Victorian Government Full time $74,448 - $82,905 per year

    OverviewWork Type: Part-timeSalary: $74,448 - $82,305Grade: Grade not specifiedOccupation: Medicine, nursing and midwiferyLocation: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbsReference: 13731About the Role:We are seeking an administrative officer to join the team in Research Ethics & Governance at the RCH. As the Research Ethics & Governance Officer, you will be...