About the Organisation

At the Y, we believe in the power of inspired young people. A community not-for-profit organisation with 17 million participations annually across Australia. 8,000 staff and volunteers serve at more than 150 locations every day. We engage with communities to deliver programs and services that include community recreation, adventure and stadium sports, camping, learn to swim, children's programs, early learning, youth services, retirement living, disability services and social enterprises.

Our vision is simple – Amplify Your Voice. Shape Our Community. Challenge Our World.

About the Role

The Governance Officer is a high-level governance, administrative and compliance support role in the Governance team of YMCA Victoria’s Shared Services. Reporting to the Executive Manager, Governance this role is responsible for contributing to and supporting the timely and effective delivery of significant governance requirements for the YMCA Victoria Group (including all subsidiaries).

The Governance Officer works autonomously under broad to strategic direction in relation to work priorities and practices and is able to apply high-level knowledge in these areas to conceptualise, design, review and develop systems and procedures. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting the Company Secretary and Governance Specialist in the preparation and conduct of governance meetings and meeting their obligations
• Supporting the Company Secretary in the delivery of significant governance, compliance and legislative activities as required
• Maintaining statutory records and registers, document retention, record keeping and reporting requirements (both internal and external
• Developing and implementing corporate governance processes and knowledge management systems to improve organisational efficiency

The position holds a part time status of 3 days per week or 0.6 Full Time Equivalent.

Salary for this position is $69,552 (pro rata) excl super.

About You

You will have a demonstrated ability to manage workloads & prioritisation of duties in previous positions. Excellent written and editing skills are required to assist with the preparation of presentations, correspondence, reports, PowerPoints, teleconference, webinars, submissions/tenders including coordinating contributions, typing and editing etc.

Excellent skills with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, SharePoint and touch typing capability are essential.

Benefits

At the YMCA, we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for career development and growth
• Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
• Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, a Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

In keeping with current Victorian health directions it is a requirement that staff attending our facilities are fully vaccinated. Please be aware that you will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status as part of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

Working for the YMCA is a rewarding and challenging experience for those with a positive attitude, zest for life and who seek to contribute to the bigger picture. If this is you, click the Apply Now button.