Fixed Term, Full time appointment (until July 2026)

Level 8/9: $115,890 - $143,786 + 17% superannuation

Join a Leading University in a Key Governance Leadership Role

The University of Wollongong (UOW) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Deputy University Secretary to play a pivotal role in supporting the University’s governance frameworks and key decision-making bodies. Working within the Governance and Policy Division, this position will work with a team of professionals providing executive administration, high level governance reporting and advice to the University Executive and University community.

About the Role

Reporting to the Chief Governance Officer and University Secretary, the Deputy University Secretary will lead and facilitate the effective administration of the University Council, Academic Senate, and other senior governance bodies. This role is critical in providing high-level governance advice, ensuring legislative compliance, and driving governance best practices across the University.

Support the Chief Governance Officer & University Secretary (CGO&US) in providing strategic, high-quality advice to the Senior Executive and the broader University community on organisational governance matters. In this role, you will research, monitor, and advise on governance issues affecting the University, as well as broader developments at the state, federal, and international levels. Additionally, you will provide governance advice, training, and support to staff, student representatives, and the wider University community, contributing to the development of strong governance capability across the organisation.

Apply Now

Applicants are requested to submit a CV and cover letter on the UOW website. The cover letter should be no more than 3 pages, summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.

For further information about this position, please contact Alyssa White on + 61 2 4239 3240

Position Description

Applications close: Sunday 6 July 2025, 11:59 PM

The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity, diversity and inclusion. We value and acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential, enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.