Director Corporate Governance

Remuneration: $182,575 - $199,405 p.a. + Super 
Employment Type:  Permanent Full Time (Part Time arrangement may be considered - Min 4 days)
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 6
Hours per week: 40
Requisition ID:  REQ561625
Location: Negotiable within Hunter New England LHD
Closing Date: Sunday 30th March 2025
Tentative Interview Dates: Early April 2025


About the Role

No two days are the same in this dynamic and impactful role. As the Director Corporate Governance, you will oversee and mentor a team of subject matter experts, ensuring consistency and clarity across the group. You’ll be embedded in key projects from the outset Integrating governance frameworks to ensure compliance with ICAC, the NSW Ombudsman, and GIPA legislation.

Your role will involve working closely with senior leaders, driving effective change, and maintaining strong governance to support the Chief Executive and the wider district. You’ll play a critical part in ensuring staff understand their responsibilities while fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and transparency.

For further details about this exceptional leadership opportunity, click here to access the Position Description.


A Collaborative Approach

As this role spans district-wide, you will engage with and build strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. You will be part of a dynamic and motivated team, consisting of professionals from various backgrounds and specialisations. The team thrives on collaboration, values the impact of their work, and enjoys strong connections with both colleagues and stakeholders.


What We’re Looking For

We need a strategic thinker with:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• The ability to distill and disseminate large amounts of information effectively
• Excellent people skills—able to extract key insights and build strong relationships
• Negotiation and influencing capabilities
• Confidence in decision-making, applying legislative frameworks to complex scenarios
• A commitment to respect, compassion, and confidentiality

Non-negotiable: A deep understanding of governance, compliance, and legislation.

What can be learned: Internal processes and district-specific operations.


Support & Development

We value our people and offer a supportive environment where:

• You will receive a tailored orientation and onboarding process
• Ongoing professional development and networking opportunities will be available across the district
• You will work in a team that values purpose, integrity, and making a meaningful impact

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. If you thrive in a challenging yet rewarding environment and want to shape governance frameworks that drive real change, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of a team where every role matters!


Need more information?  

For more information around this exciting opportunity please reach out to Tracey McCosker, Chief Executive at Tracey.Mccosker@health.nsw.gov.au
For any queries regarding your application please reach out to Gabby Suarez, Senior Recruitment Officer - Corporate at Gabrielle.Suarez@health.nsw.gov.au  


An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.