A variety of flexible work options will be considered for this role, such as Full-Time, Part-Time and Casual Work Arrangements.

about us

Central Desert Group works in partnership with Aboriginal Corporations as they shape a self-determined future of independence, control and connection to Country, Culture and Community. 

Central Desert Group provides a range of services focussed on supporting Aboriginal Corporations. The range of services includes legal, heritage, governance, GIS and land management.

about the opportunity

We are seeking Governance Officers to join our Client Services team. The role will provide high level administrative support to assigned Aboriginal Corporation clients, including preparation of agendas, minute-taking, compilations of resolutions and actions items.

The role is based in our East Perth Office with regular travel to regional locations in WA. 

Central Desert Group is a fast paced, values driven organisation undertaking rewarding and important work for our clients.

key selection criteria

To be considered for this position, the following criteria is desirable:

1. You will be an experienced and confident administrator.
2. Experience or interest in working directly with Aboriginal people, and with a high level of cultural competence.
3. Excellent oral and written communications, presentation, and organisational skills.
4. Experience in minute taking and related meeting functions.
5. Strong initiative and problem-solving ability.
6. Strong experience in using Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.
7. Demonstrated commitment to customer service excellence and continuous improvement.
8. An ability to regularly travel to regional areas for short periods to provide administrative services in support of client corporation meetings.
9. Current and unrestricted driver’s licence. 

benefits

In addition to a rewarding and dynamic position, Central Desert can offer benefits including: 

• Generous salary packaging options
• Long Service Leave available pro rata after five years of continuous service
• Additional paid leave between the Christmas and New Years period
• One additional Wellness Leave Day per year
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Ability to purchase up to 2 weeks additional Annual Leave per year
• Ability to work a 9 Day Fortnight (available for eligible full-time employees)
• Paid parental leave, available after 12 months of service
• Free onsite parking, as well as being in close proximity to public transport
• A flexible and supportive work environment, with working from home opportunities

Interested? 

• A detailed Duty Statement can be requested by emailing [email protected], using the subject line: Governance Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.
• Submit your cover letter with your resume in PDF format via the Apply Now link.
• We also ask candidates to include within the cover letter their preferred working arrangements e.g., full-time, part-time or casual. 

Before an offer of employment can be made, Central Desert requires a National Police Clearance, no older than 6 months and evidence of an unrestricted driver’s license. 

Please note: You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. Only suitable candidates will be considered and contacted if short listed immediately.

Unsolicited resumes and contact from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. 

Indigenous Australians are encouraged to apply. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the needs of our clients and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. This is authorised under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.