Job no: 0062972
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Melbourne Medical School
Salary: UOM 8 – $119,742 - $129,607 p.a. plus 17% super
- Provide authoritative advice on best practice to establish and refine governance structures and processes within the Melbourne Medical School.
- Provide high level and expert governance advice including the interpretation and application of regulations, policies, rules and procedures.
- Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
The Governance Manager provides expert governance advice and support to the Melbourne Medical School (MMS) leadership, including interpreting and applying regulations and policies. The role focuses on developing and refining governance structures, enhancing committee operations, and implementing consistent governance processes across the School. The incumbent will also provide high-level executive support to senior committees and work closely with the School Manager and leadership team.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Provide authoritative advice and guidance to the Head of School, School Manager and School leadership team to enable the development of best practice models for governance and committee support.
- Lead the implementation of the new MMS governance framework across the School and its departments, establishing systems and processes that support consistent and streamlined processes, increase efficiency and standardise reporting requirements.
- Manage governance processes including writing and reviewing governance documents (e.g. terms of reference), local operating rules, procedures, reports and various communications, as needed.
- Liaise with the Faculty Governance Manager, University Governance Advisor and Policy Stewards, as needed in relation to Faculty, Council and University Executive matters including the clarification, review and input to policies.
Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will possess high-level organisational skills, effectively prioritising workloads and delivering high-quality services both independently and as part of a team. They demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal and influencing abilities, and the capacity to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders. Additionally, they excel in problem-solving, and analytical tasks, offering innovative, evidence-based solutions and continuously improving processes.
You will also have:
- A postgraduate qualification or progress towards graduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience in governance related roles; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Demonstrated leadership experience in governance administration related to supporting senior boards or committees.
- Previous experience interpreting and applying statutes, policies and procedures related to University, government or not for profit governance.
- Proven ability to take innovative approaches leading to continuous improvement with respect to processes, including the implementation of new systems of working.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your New Team – Melbourne Medical School
The Melbourne Medical School (MMS), founded in 1862, is a renowned institution known for its leadership in medical education, research, and community engagement. We offer cutting-edge graduate programs, including the innovative Doctor of Medicine (MD), and are committed to improving healthcare and well-being through collaborative research spanning from basic science to practical applications.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Walid via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.
Position Description
