Senior Governance & Human Rights Adviser (18-month)

Victorian-Equal-Opportunity-and-Human-Rights-Commission; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 143,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

The Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission is seeking a senior governance adviser to support equal opportunity and human rights. Based in Melbourne, you will guide planning, risk and governance, and advise senior leaders and the board.

This fixed-term, full-time role lasts 18 months, with a competitive salary range and generous superannuation. You will influence public service decisions and help shape a fair, safe, and inclusive Victoria.

Qualifications

• Experience providing expert advice on equal opportunity and human rights.
• Experience supporting boards and committees, with knowledge of government processes and governance or the ability to learn quickly.
• Strong writing skills to draft, edit and check complex documents with care.
• Sound judgement to solve problems, build working relationships and respond calmly to change.

Responsibilities

• provide clear advice to the commissioner, board and leaders on plans, risks and decisions
• coordinate business plans and track progress towards agreed goals
• prepare and check accurate reports, speeches, letters and briefing notes
• organise board and committee meetings, prepare papers and record key decisions
• maintain effective policies and records for risk, integrity, privacy and information security.

Skills

expert advice

board & committee support

strong writing

sound judgment

Education

Tertiary qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

The Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission is seeking a senior governance adviser to support equal opportunity and human rights. Based in Melbourne, you will guide planning, risk and governance, and advise senior leaders and the board.

This fixed-term, full-time role lasts 18 months, with a competitive salary range and generous superannuation. You will influence public service decisions and help shape a fair, safe, and inclusive Victoria.