Governance & Board - Administration Officer

About the role

Support effective governance and make a meaningful contribution at John Curtin Aged Care. You will work closely with senior leaders and Board members, supporting the coordination, quality, and flow of information that underpins effective decision-making across the organisation. This is an excellent opportunity to build your experience in governance, compliance, Board support, and executive administration within the aged care sector.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate Board and Committee meetings, including agendas, papers and minutes

• Prepare, collate and quality-assure Board and Committee materials

• Maintain governance documentation, records and registers

• Liaise with Board members, senior leaders and key stakeholders

• Track actions and ensure governance processes and timelines are met

• Support governance reporting, compliance activities and continuous improvement

• Handle sensitive and confidential information with a high level of discretion

About you

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

• Able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

• A clear and confident communicator

• Proactive, curious and willing to learn

• Able to exercise sound judgement and take ownership of their work

• Professional and comfortable working with confidential information

• Previous experience in governance, Board support, aged care, health, not-for-profit, or corporate administration will be highly regarded; however we are open to candidates with transferable skills and a strong willingness to learn

About us

John Curtin Aged Care is a community-focused, not-for-profit aged care facility committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred care in a warm and supportive environment. Located in the heart of Creswick, our 65-bed facility includes the Peacock Wing, a specialised 18-bed Memory Care Unit supporting residents living with dementia with dignity, respect, and understanding.

Benefits

• Work closely with senior leaders and Board members

• Gain valuable experience in governance and organisational operations

• Be part of a supportive, community-focused not-for-profit organisation

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

• 4 weeks annual leave

• Salary packaging up to $15,900, plus additional meals and entertainment benefits

• Novated leasing options available

• Staff discounts and delicious barista-made coffee at our onsite Curtin Café

• Located in Creswick, just 15 minutes from Ballarat CBD and approximately 1.5 hours from Melbourne

• A welcoming and supportive team culture where people genuinely care

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people every day

Join our team if you are an organised and motivated professional looking to develop your career in governance and Board support, we would love to hear from you.