Governance and Nominations Officer

About the role

This 6‑month fixed‑term position provides administrative support for governance and council nomination processes, including managing vacancies, petitions, and community meeting coordination. The role requires professional engagement with internal teams and external stakeholders, notably remote Aboriginal communities.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate governance and nomination administration processes, including travel and logistics for community meetings.
• Manage records, registers and confidential documentation, ensuring accurate governance record‑keeping.
• Prepare reports, submissions and correspondence, and monitor enquiries via phone and inbox.
• Support police check coordination and compliance processes.

Required profile

• Strong administrative and organisational experience in a fast‑paced environment.
• High‑level written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Ability to work respectfully across diverse cultural environments, including remote Aboriginal communities.
• Current NT C Class driver’s licence and willingness to travel to remote areas by 4WD or light aircraft.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience using corporate systems for records and compliance management.