Governance Officer

Do you wantyourwork to make a difference for NSW

Working to protectthestates environment and heritage.

• Ongoingfull-time (35hours per week)opportunity
• Based in Parramatta(or other BCT office inNSWupon negotiation and availability).Hybrid working supported
• Salaryrelativeto experience and rangesfrom $109102.00to $120542.00plus employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

The NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust (BCT) as part of the Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has anexciting opportunity for aGovernance Officertojointhe Governance Team.

About the role

As a Governance Officer you will play a key role in supporting the organisations governance compliance and internal audit functions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining and managing legislative compliance frameworks andmonitoringregulatory changes.
• Coordinating the development and review of governance policies procedures and registers.
• Tracking audit recommendationsmaintainingaudit documentation and ensuring adherence to internal audit standards.
• Promoting integrity and ethical practices across the organisation through advice training and awareness activities.
• Preparing high-quality reports briefs and correspondence for senior management and governance committees.
• Building collaborative relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders to implement best-practice governance.

About You

We are seeking a Governance Officer who is passionate about integrity complianceassuranceand delivering quality outcomes.

In this role you will support governance frameworks legislative compliance and internal audit processes to ensure transparency and accountability across the organisation. You will bringstrong communicationskills to explain complex concepts clearly collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail. Your ability to think critically solve problems and apply project management principles will be key to driving continuous improvement.

Experience in governance compliance or internal audit along with knowledge of relevant standards and frameworks will set you up for success.

Key knowledge and experience

• Demonstrated experience within a similar role and operating environment with responsibility in legislative compliancepolicyandinternal audit.
• Demonstrated understanding ofa governanceframeworkand related frameworkssuch aslegislative compliancepolicy instruments management andinternalaudit.
• Knowledge of the Internal Audit and Risk Management Policy for the General Government Sector (TPP20-08) and the Global Internal Audit Standards.

For more information read the full Role Description:Governance Officer

Who we are

TheDepartment of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water(DCCEEW)works to protect the states environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy powered by affordable reliable and clean energy.

The New South Wales Biodiversity Conservation Trust (BCT)is a not-for-profit statutory bodyestablishedunder Part 10 of theBiodiversity Conservation Act 2016and managed by a Board appointed by the Minister for the Environment.

The Trusts roles are to support and encourage landholders to enter into agreements to conserve and protect biodiversity on private land guided by the governments Biodiversity Conservation Investment Strategy; secure biodiversity offsets when developers choose to pay into the Biodiversity Conservation Fund; and other activities that promote greater awareness of appreciation and understanding of biodiversity and the importance of conserving it.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and are committed toestablishingmeaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS) and the BCTs private land conservation (PLC) programs

The successful applicant for this role willbe requiredto declare any conflict of interests related to the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme as defined in theBiodiversity Offsets Scheme Conflict of Interests Protocol. This ensures the department is made aware of potential conflicts of interest so they can be appropriately managed.

Where an applicant has a high-riskdefined interestin the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme they maybe requiredto divest this interest before being employed by the department.

If you think you might have a conflict of interest related to the scheme or you are unsure please discuss this with the hiring manager.

TheDepartment is committed to protecting the public interest and public trust in the exercise of its functions. These values together with transparency and accountability are integral to the administration of the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme. For more information please contact the hiring manager.

The BCT also has restrictions on staff participation in its funded PLC programs. Noadditionalfunding beyond that already agreed to by the BCT may besoughtor approved during time as a BCT employee or for a 12-month period following termination of employment.

If you (or a close family member)participatein the BOS scheme or already hold a funded agreement with the BCT and require further information beforesubmittingyourapplicationplease contact the hiring manager.

What we can offer you

The BCT isa great placeto expand yourcareerand grow your skills and are some of our benefits:

• A great friendly culture that cares about each other and the environment we work to protect
• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
• Corporate wellbeing programs including the Fitness Passport
• A range of learning and development opportunities
• Hybrid flexible work arrangements

To Apply

If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitabilityfor the role.

Applications closeSunday22 February 2026at11:55 PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact theHiring Managerviaor on0.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not onlyrepresentsbut also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live work and thrive for everyone. Our workforcerepresentspeople of all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with disabilities the LGBTQI community and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Looking for more information orassistancein applying

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

• How we encourage and supportpeople with disability

• Information andadjustments for individual needsfor the recruitment process and the workplace.

If you require an adjustment for your application process please contact our Talent Acquisitionteam by emailingor contactingLila Snowon0(please mention reference number546371).

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