A07 Principal Governance and Board Officer

About the Company

Davidson is working with a state government client who is seeking an experienced Principal Governance and Board Officer.


About the Role/s

As Principal Governance and Board Officer, reporting to the Director, Governance, you will support the effective operation of the Board and ensure adherence to the highest level of good governance, ensuring the effective operation of the Board through the adoption of policies and procedures and providing advice and implementing good governance practices including clear accountabilities and decision-making frameworks.

· Lead the delivery of high-quality, confidential administrative and secretariat services for the Board and its Committees.

· Provide sound advice and implement good governance practices, including clear accountabilities and decision-making frameworks, related to the functions of the Board and relevant legislative requirements.

· Oversee the development and ongoing management of Board-related charters, register, policies, processes and procedures, adhering to any applicable legislation, regulations, and delegations.

· Lead the development and implementation of strategies to monitor and evaluate Secretariat services, identify risks, issues, and opportunities, to ensure the Board adheres with its statutory obligations

· Lead the end-to-end management of the annual calendar of meetings.

· Work closely with the Chair and CEO on the development of agendas, coordination of papers and timely circulation of meeting packs.

· Ensure accurate records of meetings and activities are kept in line with relevant legislation, including minutes, actions and decisions.

· Monitor member terms and renewals and facilitate recruitment and induction to the Board and its Committees.

· Manage budget and expenditure for the Board and Committees and ensure adherence to policy.

· Effectively and proactively support relationships between the Minister, CEO, Executive team, Board and Committees relevant to emerging opportunities, issues or risks, for the effective delivery of services to meet strategic and operational priorities.

· Organise and facilitate professional development of Board members, where appropriate.


About you

· Demonstrated experience in a similar role.

· High level knowledge of governance systems, board structures and processes.

· Working knowledge of relevant legislation.

· Possession of relevant qualifications in corporate governance or similar will be highly regarded.


The Benefits

· $85.31 per hour + Super (PAYG Agency Contractor)

· Contract up to 15 ^th October 2025, possible extension

· Brisbane, CBD

· Full-time hours, Monday to Friday


How to Apply

Please apply by uploading your current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx).

If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please contact Alana Hunter ( alana.hunter@davidsonwp.com ) & Natalee Thorpe ( Natalee.Thorpe@davidsonwp.com ), quoting reference JN -062025-40498.

Otherwise, please APPLY ONLINE !