- Provide high-level strategic governance and secretariat support to the UWA Senate and Senate Committees.
- Responsible for the strategic coordination of Senate meetings and the production of high-quality governance documentation.
- Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
- Base salary range: $160,962 - $167,203 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The University Secretariat, part of the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Operations), oversees and coordinates UWA’s corporate and academic governance structures, providing confidential, reliable and comprehensive secretariat, advisory and consultative services to the Senate, its committees, the Chancellor, the University Executive and the Academic Board, ensuring integrity, compliance and consistency across the University’s governance and legislative framework
About the opportunity
- Provide high-level strategic advice on governance legislation, statutes, regulations and policy matters to support the Senate and senior governance bodies.
- Lead and manage practices, processes and systems that underpin Senate governance structures and committee operations.
- Oversee the quality, integration and compliance of executive governance systems, including the management of confidential and sensitive matters.
About you
- Tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent experience in corporate governance, policy, or a related discipline.
- Extensive experience delivering strategic policy and corporate governance advice within a university or comparable setting.
- Strong capability in operating within complex legislative and regulatory frameworks in the tertiary education sector.
- Proven ability to manage confidential, sensitive and complex governance matters with sound analytical and organisational capability.
- Advanced communication, interpersonal and negotiation capability, with demonstrated experience leading teams, projects and senior committees.
Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance be required by the successful applicant.
Confirmation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage will be required for the successful applicant prior to appointment.
Position description: 
Senate Secretary PD.pdf
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Zander Ribbens at Zander.Ribbens@uwa.edu.au
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday 15th April, 2026
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.
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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.
