RMIT University

Overview:

• Full-time, Continuing position
• HEW 8 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus

Are you a proactive and strategic thinker with a passion for governance, executive support and project leadership? Join our high-performing team and play a pivotal role in supporting the Vice President and Chief Operating Officer in delivering operational excellence.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly capable Senior Advisor, Governance and Projects to provide executive, governance, and project support to the Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (VP & COO). This role is critical to ensuring the effective operation of the Operations Portfolio, managing a broad range of high-level initiatives, committees, and cross-functional projects.

You will be responsible for producing high-quality reports, briefings, and presentations by synthesising complex information into actionable insights. Working both independently and collaboratively, you’ll help drive key strategic initiatives, oversee governance reporting, and provide expert coordination for committee activities and events.

About You

• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively and discreetly with senior executives, stakeholders, and external parties on sensitive matters.
• Agile project management expertise, with the ability to lead initiatives across functions and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience navigating large, complex organisations with diplomacy, discretion and tact.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information and provide strategic insights and recommendations.
• A strategic mindset, capable of managing ambiguity and balancing both strategic and operational demands.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality presentations and documentation to Board and Executive standard, supported by advanced Office 365 and digital skills.
• Ability to prioritise effectively, solve problems independently and stay calm under pressure.
• A team-oriented approach, with the flexibility to provide support across the executive team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the Operations Portfolio

The Operations Portfolio is led by the Chief Operating Officer (COO), and consists of the following teams:

• Office of the Chief Operating Officer
• People and Culture
• Finance and Assurance
• Enterprise Projects and Business Performance
• Health and Safety
• Governance, Policy and Compliance
• Legal Services
• Information Technology Services
• Property Services
• Data and Analytics Services

The Operations Portfolio is responsible for providing enabling services across RMIT Group, working with all Colleges and Portfolios to assist them in achieving annual and strategic objectives, while also ensuring day to day operations are efficient and effective.

To Apply

This is your opportunity to work at the heart of operational strategy and governance. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and support senior leadership at a high level, we welcome your application.

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Daniela Amato via email Daniela.Amato@rmit.edu.au

Position Description - Senior Advisor Governance and Projects, Office of the VP & COO

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Applications Close:

24 June 2025 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers.

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