ARC Secretariat & Governance Officer

NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development; Mungindi; Hybrid; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is seeking an ARC Secretariat & Governance Officer to provide governance, secretariat and administrative support to the Audit and Risk Committee and Director Governance Risk & Audit. You will coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and minutes, and maintain governance registers and reporting schedules.

You will monitor audit actions, manage stakeholder communications and prepare reports to support informed decision-making,

Qualifications

• Organised governance or administration professional with experience supporting committees, senior stakeholders or governance functions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills; ability to manage confidential information.
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities within tight timeframes and produce reports.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and minutes for the ARC and Director Governance Risk & Audit.
• Maintain governance registers and reporting schedules; monitor audit actions and recommendations.
• Manage stakeholder communications and prepare reports to support informed decision-making.
• Support governance and compliance reporting and ensure smooth operation of the ARC.

Job description

• Location: All DPIRD NSW office locations will be considered –regional location encouraged/hybrid working supported
• Salary ranges from $116,981.00 to $ 129,492.00 + super& leave loading

• Ongoing opportunity
• Full-time role at35hoursperweek
• Location: All DPIRD NSW office locations will be considered –regional location encouraged/hybrid working supported
• Salary ranges from $116,981.00 to $ 129,492.00 + super& leave loading

About The Role

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is seeking an ARC Secretariat & Governance Officer to provide professional secretariat, governance and administrative support to the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) and the Director Governance Risk & Audit. The role is responsible for coordinating meetings, preparing agendas and minutes, maintaining governance registers and reporting schedules, monitoring audit actions and recommendations, managing stakeholder communications, and preparing reports to support informed decision-making. This position plays a key role in ensuring effective governance processes, compliance reporting and the smooth operation of the ARC.

About You

You are an organised and proactive governance or administration professional with experience supporting committees, senior stakeholders or governance functions. You possess strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, can manage competing priorities and confidential information, and have a demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple activities within tight timeframes. Your strengths include building collaborative relationships, problem-solving, maintaining accurate records and reporting, and using technology to improve efficiency and outcomes. Experience in governance, secretariat services, audit, risk or compliance environments will be highly regarded.

Key Knowledge

• Relevant experience or knowledge of Governance and/or Secretariat activity
• Sound background and experience in supporting teams in a complex and flexible environment

Should you require further information about the role please contact the hiring manager, Clarinda Sheeley on [e-mail] or 0448 519 651. You can also view the Role Description.

About Us

This role sits in the Enabling Services, Governance, Risk and Audit Team. Our governance teams provide guidance and support in respect of governance matters including conflicts of interest, information release and privacy, risk management, and audit.

Why Join Us?

At DPIRD, We’re Committed To Protecting And Growing NSW’s Primary Industries While Supporting Regional Communities. When You Join Us, You’ll

• Work on meaningful projects that shape the future of agriculture and biosecurity.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements and the option to work from regional locations.
• Access professional development opportunities to grow your career.
• Be part of a collaborative, inclusive team that values diversity and innovation.

Applications close: Wednesday 11th November at 11:55pm AEDT.

What ToExpectNext

• You’ll receive a confirmation email
• We’ll review all applications once the ad closes
• If shortlisted, you may be invited to interview (in person or Microsoft Teams video)
• Further assessments will follow (e.g. writing task, skills test, psychometric test)
• Reference checks will be completed for final candidates
• The preferred candidate for this role may be required to undergo reference checks, a national police check, bankruptcy check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.
• A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same type that may arise within the next 18 months.

About Us – Together, We Are DPIRD

The New South WalesDepartment of Primary Industries and Regional Development(DPIRD) protects,supportsand develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans,vegetationand forests.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

We have skilled and dedicated teams working in 200 locations across regional NSW. With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.Learn more about the benefitsof joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

At DPIRD, we are committed to fostering a diverse,equitableand inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity, cultural heritage, disability,religionand sexual orientation.

DPIRD is a proudDisability Confident Recruiter,Family Inclusive EmployerandCarer Friendly Employer

We are committed to ensuring every stage of the recruitment process is accessible and free from barriers. If you require adjustments or information in an alternative format toparticipate, please [e-mail] the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.

We also understand that work is just one part of life. Our Family Inclusive Employer and Carers + Employers Accreditations reflect our commitment to supporting employees to balance work and family responsibilities.