Governance Officer (Secretary to College Council/Board

About Us

Trinity Catholic College Lismore is a co-educational College for students in Years 7 to 12. The College traces its foundation to 1886 when the Presentation Sisters began St. Mary’s College, an independent school for girls, in 1886. This also marks the foundation of Catholic Education in Lismore. The Marist Brothers opened St. Joseph’s High School in 1911 and the two schools operated independently until they amalgamated in 1985 to form Trinity Catholic College. Both Orders maintain an active involvement in the College. The charisms of St. Marcellin Champagnat, Founder of the Marist Brothers and Nano Nagle, Founder of the Presentation Sisters, the spirit of Mary, the Mother of Jesus, permeates all aspects of College life. 

Purpose of the Position

The Governance Officer provides high-level administrative and governance support to the College Council (Board) and its committees. The role ensures effective governance practices, coordinates College Council (Board) and committee meetings, maintains accurate records, and supports compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements relevant to the NSW non-government education sector.

This is a part-time position offering flexible working arrangements, including the opportunity for remote work, with attendance required for scheduled College Council (Board) and committee meetings.

The position holder will have a commitment to: 

• Confidentiality

• Teamwork & Collaboration

• Continuous Improvement

• Professionalism

Applications should be no more than 3 pages and include:

• A cover letter (2 pages) that explicitly addresses all aspects of the selection critieria

• A concise CV (1 page) including the nomination of three (3) referees. One referee must be your current Employer.

Applications must be emailed in a single PDF or Word file file to: 

The Principal via email: ••••@trinitylismore.nsw.edu.au. 

Applications Close: 4.00pm, 2 October 2026.

Please refer to the College website for full:

• Selection Criteria

• Position Description

Visit www.trinitylismore.nsw.edu.au/employment-opportunities