Flexible Senior Governance & Coordination Lead

ACCC; Darwin; Remote; AUD 93,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is seeking skilled Governance Officers to join the CFT Governance and Coordination unit. You will work with divisional leadership to ensure compliance with public service and policy guidance, coordinating activities and reporting across the agency.

The Senior Governance Officers (APS6) provide executive support to senior leaders, manage projects and publications, and coordinate responses to corporate requirements, while developing staff

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high-level executive support, governance or project support services.
• Ability to facilitate effective communication within teams and with senior leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to interpret and apply legal or technical information and guidelines.
• Strong change management, initiative and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support corporate functions and leadership with recruitment, finance, procurement, and records management.
• Translate divisional priorities into practical work plans and milestones.
• Maintain data quality and accurate reporting to support evidence-based advice.
• Plan and coordinate change initiatives including stakeholder engagement and risk management.
• Collaborate across a geographically dispersed team to manage projects and timelines.
• Supervise staff, manage meetings, and provide guidance to senior leaders.

Skills

Executive support

Governance

Communication

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Data handling

Job description

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is seeking skilled Governance Officers to join the CFT Governance and Coordination unit. You will work with divisional leadership to ensure compliance with public service and policy guidance, coordinating activities and reporting across the agency.

The Senior Governance Officers (APS6) provide executive support to senior leaders, manage projects and publications, and coordinate responses to corporate requirements, while developing staff