Council Secretary

• Full-timeandfixedtermuntil2031

• Attractiveremunerationpackage offered 17% Superannuation

Benefits for working with us

At Deakin we offer more than just a job-we offer a lifestyle. Across our campuses in Geelong Melbourne and regional Victoriayoullfind everything you need tothrive:on-site childcare gyms medical centres cafes accessible public transport and convenient parking. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave and theoptiontopurchaseadditionaltime off plus a wide range of staff discounts on travel and more. Our health and wellbeing services ongoing professional development opportunities and inclusive supportive culture make Deakin a place where you can grow-whetheryoureworking remotely or immersed in the vibrant energy of campus life.

Who are we

Deakin is a cutting-edge public universityheadquarteredin Victoria revolutionising education with 61000 students acrossourcampuses: Melbourne Burwood Geelong Waurn Ponds Geelong Waterfront WarrnamboolDeakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI) GIFTCity Indiaand ourvibrant online to be a progressive and open-minded university delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the worlds universities.

As aCouncil Secretary you will:

• Deliver expert governance adviceandhigh-qualitydocumentation to the Chancellor Council membersViceChancellorand Executive ensuring the effective operation of Council and its committees.

• Oversee all Council and committee business including agenda preparation papers minutesfollow-upactions planning conferences and the ongoing enhancement of secretariat services.

• Ensure governance excellencethrough managing delegationsmaintainingcomplianceand reporting obligations assuring documentation quality and offering accessible advice to the wider University community.

• Provide strategic leadershipby guidingmentoringand inspiring a highperforming team fostering collaboration and continuous improvement across all Council Secretariat functions

• Drive stakeholder collaboration and strategic initiativesby working closely across the University conducting research and analysis and ensuring alignment and successful delivery of governance priorities.

In a typicaldayin this role youwill:

• Lead and develop your teamby setting clear performance benchmarks providing constructive feedback empowering staff through meaningful delegation and fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration.

• Demonstrate adaptive leadershipby responding flexibly to shifting priorities resolving conflicts managing resource constraints and stepping in proactively to ensureobjectivesare met.

• Align work with strategic prioritiesby understanding longterm organisational goals contributing to the Universitys strategic direction and ensuring activitiesstandardsand decisions support broader institutional outcomes.

• Provide highlevel advice and insightto senior leaders drawing on sector awarenessresearchand analysis to influence major programs and ensure governance processes systems and initiativesremainrelevant and highquality.

• Drive stakeholder engagement and delivery excellencebymaintainingstrong quality control addressing concerns early and ensuring key projects programs and governance commitments are delivered effectively.

To be successfulyoullhave:

• Relevant qualifications and substantial governance experience including demonstrated capability as a Council or Company Secretary and a strong understanding of university governance academicprocessesand contemporary discipline practices.

• A proven record of strategic leadership with experience designing and implementing modern organisational solutions driving improvement and contributing to largescale institutionalobjectives.

• Exceptional relationshipbuilding and influencing skills with the ability to form productive partnerships exercise sound judgement adapt to changing priorities and gain support for new initiatives.

• Highly developed communication consulting and analytical capabilities including strong written and verbal communication project managementexpertise and advanced research and reportwriting skills.

Hereshow to apply:

Pleasesubmityour updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and anyenquiriesplease contact

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