Governance & Trilateral Secretariat Coordinator

Chandler Macleod Group; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Macleod Group is recruiting on behalf of a high-profile Federal Government agency in Canberra for an experienced Governance and Trilateral Secretariat Support professional to enable senior decision-making in a fast-paced program environment. You will partner with senior stakeholders to coordinate governance forums, prepare papers, agendas, minutes, and track actions across a complex program.

This role requires NV2 security clearance eligibility, excellent written communication, strong

Qualifications

• Experience in secretariat coordination and/or high-level administrative support in complex environments.
• Strong written communication skills and confidence producing governance documentation.
• Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working independently.
• Demonstrated stakeholder engagement skills and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate governance meetings and provide high-quality secretariat support (papers, agendas, minutes, actions, and follow-ups).
• Manage competing priorities and deliver outputs within tight timeframes.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders and build productive working relationships.
• Maintain strong attention to detail, professionalism, and sound judgement in all interactions.
• Support communications and coordination across international time zones where required.

Skills

Secretariat coordination

Governance documentation

Stakeholder engagement

High-level administrative support

Written communication

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Chandler Macleod Group is recruiting on behalf of a high-profile Federal Government agency in Canberra for an experienced Governance and Trilateral Secretariat Support professional to enable senior decision-making in a fast-paced program environment. You will partner with senior stakeholders to coordinate governance forums, prepare papers, agendas, minutes, and track actions across a complex program.

This role requires NV2 security clearance eligibility, excellent written communication, strong