Governance & Executive Support Officer

• Join a newly established, Anangu-led organisation
• Provide executive and governance support to the GM and board
• Flexible location, remote role with commitment to travel to Central Australia

The organisation

Yulara Anangu Corporation (YAC) is a newly established, 100% Anangu-led charitable organisation based in Yulara. Created to support Anangu leadership in the management, operation and future of the Yulara township, YAC represents a significant and historic transition toward self-determination and community-led governance.

YAC is building the governance, systems and organisational capability needed to create long-term cultural, social and economic benefits for Anangu, their families and communities. This is a rare opportunity to join the organisation during its establishment phase and contribute to building a strong foundation for future success.

Benefits and culture

• Work alongside a 100% Anangu Board
• Flexible remote working arrangements anywhere in Australia
• Meaningful community impact across Central Australia
• Approx. 6-12 weeks annual travel to Yulara and surrounding communities

The role

The Governance and Executive Support Officer is a trusted partner to the general manager, chairperson and board, providing executive, governance and administrative support. The role supports board operations, coordinates governance processes, and helps establish the systems and foundations needed for the organisation's ongoing growth and impact.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing high-level executive support to the general manager and chairperson, including managing complex calendars, travel, meeting logistics and confidential information.
• Coordinate board and governance activities, preparing agendas, board papers, reports and minutes, while maintaining governance registers, corporate records and ensuring compliance with statutory obligations.
• Support organisational operations and growth, including establishing administrative systems, improving processes, coordinating organisational projects and undertaking administration and reporting.
• Facilitate strong stakeholder relationships by liaising with directors, community members, government, funding partners and other key stakeholders to support effective communication and organisational priorities.

Skills and experience required

This role requires an organised and proactive executive assistant, governance officer or board secretary with experience supporting senior executives and Boards. You will provide governance and secretariat support, coordinate board processes and documentation, manage competing priorities, and build strong stakeholder relationships.

You will also have:

• Experience supporting Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, Indigenous Corporations or not-for-profit organisations, with knowledge of ACNC governance requirements.
• Skilled in preparing board papers, agendas, meeting minutes and high-quality documentation.
• Excellent organisational, time management and prioritisation skills, with the ability to work independently.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, relationship management and written communication capabilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration platforms.
• Commitment to respectful engagement with Aboriginal people and communities.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience working in Central Australia or alongside Anangu communities will be highly regarded.

If you're looking for a unique opportunity to help establish a purpose-driven organisation and provide trusted governance and executive support to an Anangu-led Board, we would love to hear from you. To apply, submit your application including a combined CV and a cover letter addressing the skills and experience required and your interest in the role. To request an information pack, please email [email protected] (no applications please) or call Kelly Gentle on (02) 8243 0570 for a confidential discussion.

Please note there is no formal closing date for this role, if you are interested, we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

NGO Recruitment values equitable recruitment practices and is committed to representing candidates reflective of the diverse organisations and communities we work with. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, and identities, and are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. If you are interested in this position and have most of the skills or experience we are looking for, please go ahead and apply.