Associate, Program Governance & Reporting

Housing Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing Australia is seeking an Associate in the More Homes Group to support reporting, governance and performance monitoring across housing programs. You will work with program teams to deliver timely, accurate reporting for governance forums and executive decision‑making.

The role involves coordinating inputs, preparing briefings and governance materials, and improving reporting frameworks while engaging with senior leaders and stakeholders across nationally significant programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in reporting, governance, business operations or a related environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to consolidate and communicate information effectively.
• Experience preparing reports, briefings and management information for stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in business, commerce, public policy or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Prepare internal and external program reporting.
• Monitor program performance, milestones and delivery outcomes.
• Maintain reporting tools and performance tracking mechanisms.
• Contribute to reporting requests and stakeholder information needs.
• Coordinate reporting inputs across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Assist with Board, committee and executive reporting requirements.
• Maintain governance documentation and reporting records.

Skills

Reporting experience

Governance knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Autonomy

Strategic thinking

Education

Tertiary qualifications in business/commerce/public policy

Tools

Reporting systems

Job description

Associate, Program Governance & Reporting

Posted: 02/10/2026

Closing Date: 01/11/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Sydney

Job Category: Governance

About Housing Australia

Housing Australia is the Australian Government's independent housing delivery agency. We support the delivery of Government programs that improve the supply of sustainable, long-term social and affordable housing and help more Australians achieve home ownership.

Our purpose is to improve housing outcomes for Australians. When you join us, you're not just building a career, you're helping build a better Australia.

Job Description

About the Role

The Associate is a key member of the More Homes Group, responsible for supporting reporting, governance and performance monitoring across Housing Australia’s housing programs.

Working closely with program teams and stakeholders, the role coordinates, analyses and delivers high-quality reporting to support governance forums, executive decision-making and external reporting requirements. The Associate prepares reports, briefings and governance materials, while ensuring reporting outputs are accurate, timely and aligned with business needs.

The role also supports governance processes through stakeholder coordination, reporting administration and the ongoing improvement of reporting frameworks and practices.

This is an excellent opportunity for a reporting, governance, consulting or business operations professional looking to build their experience in program performance, executive reporting and stakeholder coordination. The role offers exposure to senior leaders, governance forums and strategic decision-making while contributing to nationally significant housing programs and Housing Australia's purpose of improving housing outcomes for Australians.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities in this role include:

Reporting and Performance Monitoring

• Support the preparation of internal and external program reporting.
• Monitor program performance, milestones and delivery outcomes.
• Maintain reporting tools and performance tracking mechanisms.
• Contribute to reporting requests and stakeholder information needs.

Governance and Coordination

• Support governance activities, reporting schedules and submission processes.
• Coordinate reporting inputs across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Assist with Board, committee and executive reporting requirements.
• Maintain governance documentation and reporting records.

Executive Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare reports, briefings and management updates.
• Analyse and consolidate information from a range of sources.
• Support executive and governance reporting activities.
• Ensure reporting outputs are accurate, consistent and timely.

Stakeholder Engagement and Continuous Improvement

• Coordinate reporting activities and information requests across stakeholders.
• Build effective working relationships across the organisation.
• Support quality assurance and reporting compliance activities.
• Contribute to reporting modernisation, governance enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives.

Desired Skills and Experience

What You'll Bring

• Experience in reporting, governance, business operations or a related environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to consolidate and communicate information effectively.
• Experience preparing reports, briefings and management information for stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Well-developed stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to solve problems, drive outcomes and work effectively with a high degree of ownership and autonomy.
• Experience working with reporting, governance or business systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in business, commerce, communications, public policy or a related discipline.

What We Offer

Meaningful Impact

Contribute to Australia's housing solutions and work alongside people who share a common goal of improving housing outcomes for Australians.

Flexible Work

Our hybrid operating model supports work-life integration while encouraging meaningful connection and collaboration.

Growth Opportunities

We invest in the development and wellbeing of our people, supporting both personal and professional growth.

Collaborative Culture

Join a purpose-driven organisation where we work as One Team, support each other and strive for excellence.

Housing Australia is an equal opportunity employer that values and celebrates diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to support your needs.