Senior Institutional Governance Specialist

Governance & Policy Division

• Permanent/continuing full-time appointment
• Level 8/9: $120866 - $% superannuation

The Vice-Chancellors Office (VCO) at UOW plays a central role in driving strategic alignment supporting the Universitys executive and streamlining governance and policy across its global and regional campuses. The Governance and Policy Division within the VCO provides institutional governance services that enable informed decision-making and ensure compliance with legislative regulatory and policy requirements. The team collaborates across faculties and divisions to promote governance best practice facilitate high-quality reporting and support a culture of accountability integrity and strategic delivery.

The Senior Institutional Governance Specialist provides high-level governance advice and executive support to the University Executive Council and key decision-making committees. The role includes committee coordination preparation of governance reports and briefings and analysis of data to inform decisions. The ideal candidate is autonomous adaptable and experienced in executive-level support able to navigate a high-volume fast-paced environment and collaborate effectively with a diverse close-knit team. The position focuses on corporate and executive governance supporting the Universitys leaders to deliver robust efficient and compliant governance outcomes.

Position Description

University of Wollongong will be supported in this appointment by the Recruitment Agency u&u Partners. For further information or to discuss the role in confidence please contact Madison Wiles Ph:email: Please apply for this vacancy at the link below:

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Closing Date: Tuesday 2 December 2025 11:59 PM

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.

The University of Wollongong is committed to equality diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer and a recognised leader in gender equality we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including: culturally and linguistically diverse women disability LGBTIQ and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians.