Governance Officer

Governance Officer – 12 months fixed term opportunity

North Australian Aboriginal Family Legal Service (NAAFLS)

Salary SCHADS Award level 5-6 $105,577.68 to $120,437.20 depending on experience (pro rata for part-time).

What We Offer

• 12 months fixed term contract
• Generous salary + Super + up to $15,899 tax-free salary packaging
• 6 weeks Annual Leave with 17.5% annual leave loading (pro rata for part-time)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Hybrid working arrangements with flexibility to work from home
• Monthly Wellbeing Day (full-time employees)

About NAAFLS

The North Australian Aboriginal Family Legal Service (NAAFLS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation delivering culturally safe legal and support services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence across the Top End.

With offices in Darwin, Katherine and Nhulunbuy, our work is grounded in cultural respect, community collaboration and self-determination. We provide holistic, wraparound support through our legal services, child protection and family law programs, Leaving Violence Program and Miyalk Safehouse, helping create safer futures for Aboriginal families and communities.

About the Role

The Governance Officer plays a key role in supporting strong, effective and culturally safe governance across NAAFLS. The role contributes to the integrity of organisational governance by coordinating Board and Committee processes, maintaining accurate governance records, and supporting compliance with ORIC, ACNC and the NAAFLS Rule Book.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and working closely with the CEO and the Board, the Governance Officer ensures governance activities are well coordinated, well documented, and delivered in a timely and accurate manner. As such, we are looking for a highly organised and efficient individual, with a keen eye for detail. The role also provides administrative and compliance support to NAAFLS’s various Sub-Committees and working groups, coordinating meeting logistics, papers and minutes, and helping track each group’s compliance and reporting obligations.

The role supports the smooth operation of governance systems and contributes to continuous improvement in governance practices, record keeping and compliance processes across the organisation. This is a full or part-time position based in Darwin with a hybrid working arrangement, including flexibility to work from home from time to time. Attendance at Board and Committee meetings, including occasional after-hours meetings (with time off in lieu), is required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate governance systems, registers, policies and documentation.
• Support Board and Committee meetings, including agendas, papers, minutes and action registers.
• Maintain governance records, declarations of interest and compliance registers.
• Coordinate Annual General Meeting governance requirements.
• Support organisational compliance with ORIC, ACNC and funding body reporting obligations.
• Maintain governance calendars and reporting schedules.
• Build strong working relationships with the Board, Executive Team and Committee members.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of governance systems, templates and processes.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold high standards of integrity and professionalism.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

• Experience in governance, compliance, administration or coordination roles.
• Understanding of governance frameworks and regulatory requirements (ORIC, ACNC or equivalent).
• Experience supporting Boards, Committees or senior staff.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently under direction with minimal supervision, while knowing when to escalate issues appropriately.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information with discretion at all times.
• Ability to work to strict deadlines, particularly in relation to governance and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Shows cultural sensitivity and respect when working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism.
• Must obtain a Working with Children Clearance (WWCC) and a clear National Criminal History Check.

Desirable

• A degree in law, business administration, governance, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., Governance Institute of Australia) would be advantageous.
• Experience supporting sub-committees such as audit and risk, reconciliation, or child safety committees.

Why NAAFLS?

Join a passionate, values-driven organisation committed to Aboriginal leadership, cultural safety and community empowerment. You’ll work alongside dedicated professionals who are making a real difference every day, while enjoying flexible work arrangements, excellent leave entitlements, ongoing professional development and the opportunity to help strengthen governance within one of the Northern Territory’s leading Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.

Apply Now!

Closing Date 25 August 2026 – please note applications will be assessed as they are received.

Submit your application via SEEK or EthicalJobs with:

• Your updated Resume
• A one-page Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria

For more information and detailed Position Description, visit naafls.com.au

For role enquiries, contact: hr@naafls.com.au

While NAAFLS is an equal opportunity employer, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.