Senior Director, Board of Inquiry Secretariat

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ACT Government in Canberra seeks a Senior Director to lead the Secretariat supporting the Board of Inquiry into Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander deaths in custody. The role focuses on governance, stakeholder engagement and strategic advice to ensure effective operation of the Inquiry.

You will oversee budgets, procurement, logistics and administrative services, coordinating hearings and timelines across multiple agencies and partners in a culturally safe framework.

Qualifications

• Strong project, governance and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in complex, sensitive and high-profile environments.
• Sound judgement and excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Secretariat supporting the Board of Inquiry.
• Plan and coordinate Board activities, manage resources and budgets.
• Oversee procurement, contract management and admin support.
• Coordinate hearings and stakeholder engagement throughout the Inquiry lifecycle.
• Provide strategic advice and lead research and analysis.
• Direct supervision of staff.

Skills

Leadership

Governance

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication

Cultural capability

Job description

ACT Government in Canberra seeks a Senior Director to lead the Secretariat supporting the Board of Inquiry into Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander deaths in custody. The role focuses on governance, stakeholder engagement and strategic advice to ensure effective operation of the Inquiry.

You will oversee budgets, procurement, logistics and administrative services, coordinating hearings and timelines across multiple agencies and partners in a culturally safe framework.