Executive Officer

Holmesglen Institute is a leading provider of vocational and higher education in Victoria, with over 40 years of experience and 140,000 graduates. As one of the largest government-owned TAFEs, we offer 600+ courses across multiple campuses, including Chadstone, Moorabbin, Glen Waverley, Eildon, and Melbourne's CBD. Our hands-on learning approach is supported by state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry partnerships, ensuring students gain the skills needed for successful careers. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages both staff and students to grow, innovate, and make a positive community impact.

The Opportunity:

• Full-Time | Fixed-Term contract of employment until 31 December 2026.
• NEO $169,410 per annum pro rata + 12% super + leave loading.
• Chadstone Campus – onsite parking with close proximity to public transport.

The Office of the Chief Executive, through its Corporate Governance, Risk and Strategy function, ensures Holmesglen upholds transparency, accountability, and compliance while supporting the Board and Executive team. The team oversees corporate governance, enterprise risk management, strategic initiatives, and government engagement, while maintaining and enhancing the Institute's policy and procedure framework. It provides board secretariat services, manages governance and compliance projects, and ensures policies remain current, accessible, and aligned with best practice.

The Executive Officer, Corporate Governance, Risk and Strategy, leads corporate governance, risk, and compliance at Holmesglen, supporting the Board, executive, and leadership team. This role drives the implementation and enhancement of frameworks and strategies, monitors institutional performance and regulatory adherence, and ensures policies and procedures meet best-practice standards. Overseeing the Board secretariat function, the Executive Officer also manages governance reporting, stakeholder relationships, and responses to government and strategic opportunities.

As an Executive Officer you will:

• Lead strategic planning and execution in collaboration with the Chief Executive, driving transformative initiatives to achieve organisational vision and goals
• Facilitate corporate governance processes and ensure Board effectiveness, legislative compliance, and maintenance of strong governance culture across the Institute
• Develop and manage relationships with government and key stakeholders, representing the organisation externally and preparing corporate submissions, responses and publications
• Oversee risk management, policy and compliance frameworks, ensuring adherence to legislative and regulatory requirements while providing expert guidance to business units
• Advance strategic performance monitoring and reporting systems, delivering accurate analysis to the Board, executive and governing bodies to improve outcomes and operational effectiveness

To be successful, you'll have:

• Degree and post graduate qualifications in management, leadership or business, and relevant experience.
• An equivalent combination of relevant management and leadership experience and tertiary qualifications may be accepted.
• Proven experience at a senior level in governance, risk, compliance and strategy functions, particularly relating to key external obligations, requirements and standards, frameworks and best practices relating to strategic planning and governance, risk and compliance assurance activities.
• Ability to lead in complex situations, including the ability to influence multiple stakeholders and embed consultative practices.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills including capabilities to analyse, synthesise and evaluate complex information to inform strategic and operational decision making.
• WWCC and Police Check: Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining an 'employee' Working with Children Check, and a valid Police Check within the last 12 months.

Our commitment to you:

At Holmesglen Institute, we are committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and flexible workplace where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. We've implemented strong systems and ongoing support to ensure our staff can work and deliver in a safe and adaptable environment. Our team benefits from a range of wellbeing initiatives, access to the Employee Assistance Program, and opportunities for professional and career development. We also offer paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.

Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

Here's how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter with responses to the Key Selection Criteria. We commit to respond to every applicant.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Ahmad Siddiqi, Employment and Talent Acquisition Officer at

For further information relating to this opportunity and to view the position description, please click here.

Applications for this position close on 11:59 pm Wednesday 15th October 2025.

Employees attending certain workplace settings, including health and care facilities, may be required to be meet mandatory vaccination obligations.

If you require specific support to apply for this position or have any application queries, please contact the People Experience Department at or on and we will work with you to identify the best way to assist.