Board Secretary

Closing date:
Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)
Type: Full time
Term: Ongoing
Location: Bendigo
Victoria
Job category: Corporate business support
Salary and conditions
$110,000
Other

There are many benefits of working at DJAARA:

  • Contributing to useful and rewarding work and giving something back to the community
  • Training and career growth opportunities across DJAARA
  • A portion of your income can be tax-free by salary packaging your personal expenses
  • Additional tax-free salary packaging on dining and accommodation expenses
  • Flexible work options available and work-life balance actively encouraged.
  • Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • The expected salary range is $110k+ super (based on experience)
  • Option of working a 9-day fortnight.

Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation

DJAARA holds the native title rights of the Dja Dja Wurrung and describes Dja Dja Wurrung aspirations and the Corporation’s areas of responsibility and opportunity in the Dhelkunya Dja Country Plan (2014-2034).  The goals in the Country Plan gives purpose to our work and sets out the community vision for our People to be strong, underpinned by our living culture, our lands, and waters to be in good condition and actively managed to protect our values and to promote the laws, culture, and rights of all Dja Dja Wurrung People.

To learn more about DJAARA, visit our website djadjawurrung.com.au/

Job description/overview

You’ll work closely with our Board Chair, Group CEO and governance team to help things run smoothly and legally at the Board level. This includes making sure meetings are well-organised, records are accurate, and that the Board is supported to make strong, clear decisions in line with our rules, values, and community expectations.

You’ll also support our governance processes across subcommittees and subsidiaries, making sure things stay on track and in line with our cultural and corporate responsibilities.

What you’ll be doing

  • Organising Board and committee meetings, preparing agendas and minutes, and tracking decisions.
  • Maintaining governance records and key documents (including our Rule Book, Governance Charter, and policies).
  • Supporting compliance with ORIC, CATSI Act and other legal requirements.
  • Acting as a connector between the Board and management team, and coordinating external requests (audits, legal etc.).
  • Supporting director onboarding, offboarding and elections.
  • Providing advice and leadership on good governance practices across the organisation.

What will you bring?

  • 5+ years in a secretarial, senior admin, or governance support role — ideally within Aboriginal organisations, not-for-profits, or community settings.
  • Degree in business admin, law or a related field.
  • Strong writing, time management, attention to detail, and ability to manage sensitive matters with care and confidence.
  • Understanding of governance, compliance and how Aboriginal organisations are structured under the CATSI Act.
  • Calm, confident communication skills with the ability to work across complex matters with professionalism and discretion.
  • A strong understanding and respect for Dja Dja Wurrung People, culture and Country.

How to apply

If you require additional information, please contact Cassandra Lewis for a yarn at ceo@djadjawurrung.com.au 

The position description will also provide further information including the key selection criteria, responsibilities, and the primary purpose of the position.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume and a covering letter addressing the key selection criteria through DJAARA's online portal.

DJAARA are committed to a safe working environment and the successful applicant must be willing to undergo a fit for work assessment and any required employment checks as part of the recruitment process.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.