• Governance and Risk

• Shape the future of UQ's Governance and Policy Framework

• Full-time, fixed term position for 5 years based at St Lucia

About This Opportunity

The Associate Director, Governance and Policy plays a pivotal role in overseeing UQ’s governance obligations and supporting the University’s leaders in effective and efficient governance and policy management. This position is instrumental in building and enhancing UQ’s governance culture.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.

About You

The successful candidate will bring a blend of relevant experience in either governance, company secretariat, policy or compliance ideally gained within a large organisation. Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary governance practices is crucial. Strong analytical, written communication and evaluative skills are necessary to support objective decision-making. Demonstrated expertise in collaborating across organisations, forming strong partnerships and relationships with senior stakeholders and possessing the skills to influence, negotiate, and resolve complex and sensitive issues.

Enquiries

If you’d like to have a confidential discussion or would like to obtain the full information pack, please contact Shiann Fait via [email protected].

Want to Apply? 

When you’re ready to submit an application, we ask that you please create a profile via our careers website and upload the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section  

Other Information 

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia and a criminal check.

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Tuesday, 10 September at 11.00pm AEST (R-40885).