Advisor, Committees

NSW Connect; Sydney; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Infrastructure NSW is seeking an experienced Advisor, Committees to support governance and operation of key INSW committees, including the Infrastructure NSW Board and Audit and Risk Committee. The role provides end-to-end secretariat and coordination support, contributing to governance frameworks and effective decision-making.

You will maintain governance systems and records, prepare high-quality reports, briefings and governance documentation, and ensure compliance with public sector

Qualifications

• Experience in governance and secretariat support.
• Experience coordinating board and committee processes.
• Knowledge of public sector governance frameworks and reporting obligations.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end secretariat support to the Audit and Risk Committee and INSW Board, including coordinating meetings, preparing agendas and papers, taking minutes, and tracking actions to ensure effective governance outcomes.
• Prepare reports, briefing materials and governance documentation to support informed decision-making while ensuring compliance with governance frameworks and public sector standards.
• Maintain governance systems and records, including Diligent administration, document management, and audit readiness activities.
• Deliver administrative and stakeholder support services across the Committees function and broader division.
• Support the review and update of policies and procedures, coordinate consultation processes, maintain governance registers, monitor compliance, and address risks or non-compliance.

Skills

Governance & Secretariat

Board & Committee Coordination

Stakeholder Relationship Management

Governance Frameworks

Microsoft Office

Diligent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Diligent

Job description

Advisor, Committees, Ongoing full-time, Sydney

This role is a Clerk Grade0708, with a base salary for this role starting at$116,981 - $129,492 plus superannuation,commensuratewith experience.

Join INSW and play your part in creating a sustainable infrastructure legacy for NSW!

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Advisor, Committees to support the effective governance and operation of key INSW committees, including the Infrastructure NSW Board and Audit and Risk Committee. This role provides end-to-end secretariat and coordination support, contributes to the development and implementation of governance frameworks, and supports policy, compliance and governance initiatives that enhance organisational accountability, transparency and effective decision-making.

Some of the key responsibilities for the role include:

• Provide end-to-end secretariat support to the Audit and Risk Committee and INSW Board, including coordinating meetings, preparing agendas and papers, taking minutes, and tracking actions to ensure effective governance outcomes.
• Prepare high-quality reports, briefing materials and governance documentation to support informed decision-making, while ensuring compliance with governance frameworks, reporting obligations and public sector standards.
• Maintain governance systems and records, including Diligent administration, document management, audit readiness activities, and secure record keeping.
• Deliver administrative, coordination and stakeholder support services across the Committees function and broader division, ensuring responsive and efficient operations.
• Support the review and update of policies and procedures, coordinate consultation processes, maintain governance registers, monitor compliance, and eliminate risks or non-compliance issues as required.

About You

You will bring proven experience in governance and secretariat support, including coordinating Board and committee processes, preparing meeting documentation, and maintaining governance records.

You have strong skills in providing building and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and Diligent, together with knowledge of public sector governance frameworks and reporting obligations, will enable you to effectively support governance outcomes across the organisation.

If this sounds like you,we’dlove to hear from you.

For more information, please refer to therole description

Why Join INSW?

Infrastructure NSW isaNSW Government agency providing independent,evidence-basedadvice to Government in relation to infrastructure priorities and projects. Its functions and structure are set out in the Infrastructure NSW Act.

Our core functions include providing independent and strategic advice to ensure infrastructure investment decisions are underpinned by robust assessment and long-term planning; monitoring NSW’s infrastructure program through independent reviews and expertanalysisandmanaging the procurement and delivery of nominated priority projects.

Weare committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, providing employees challenging and rewarding work, opportunities for career progression, and learning and development. We offer our employees discounted gym membership, studyassistance, salary packaging, and are convenientlylocatednear Wynyard station in Sydney's newest waterfront precinct at Barangaroo.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ communities, people with disabilities, carers, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, veterans, and women. We aim to make all roles flexible and will consider requests for flexible work arrangements.

Please be advised candidates will undergo comprehensive pre-employment checks, which may include verification of qualifications, employment history, police clearance, and other relevant assessments.

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role or similar roles, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.