Senior Governance Officer, Policy

University of Melbourne

Base: $125,191 - $135,504 py; bonus/equity: not sp...
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Experience designing and reviewing policies
Strong research and analytical writing skills
Ability to interpret legislation and standards
** The University of Melbourne is seeking a Senior Governance Officer, Policy, to lead policy development and enhance academic policy operations in a hybrid work environment. The role requires expertise in policy design, stakeholder engagement, and compliance within the higher education sector. **

Job Summary

  • This role involves managing day-to-day academic policy operations and leading policy development and review across the University of Melbourne.
  • The successful candidate will provide expert advice on policy interpretation and implement improvements to ensure policies are clear, compliant, and fit for purpose.
  • The position offers a flexible hybrid work environment, 17% superannuation, generous leave provisions, and salary packaging benefits.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Melbourne is seeking a Senior Governance Officer, Policy, to lead policy development and enhance academic policy operations in a hybrid work environment. The role requires expertise in policy design, stakeholder engagement, and compliance within the higher education sector. **

Salary

Base: $125,191 - $135,504 p.a.; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% super plus salary packaging and health services

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience designing and reviewing policies
  • Strong research and analytical writing skills
  • Ability to interpret legislation and standards

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of Australian higher education regulation
  • Experience in project-style policy work
  • Confidence managing competing priorities autonomously

Key Requirements

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in higher education
  • Valid Working with Children Check required
  • Current valid work rights for Australia required

Work Rights

Must have current valid work rights for Australia

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