Board Administrator

Wesley Legal and Risk

• full-time position (will consider a part-time 4-day week for the right candidate)


• based in Sydney CBD


• attractive remuneration, salary packaging benefits and development opportunities in leading not-for-profit organisation.

About us

Wesley Mission is a high profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with the most disadvantaged in our community by providing over 200 services ranging from aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services.

Our Vision is “A Spirit-led disciple-making movement: doing all the good we can because every life matters”.

About the role

Wesley Mission is seeking applications for the position of Board Administrator.

Reporting to the General Counsel & Company Secretary, this role will support the company secretarial functions of a large, registered charity and assist with the timely and efficient administration of Board affairs.

The successful candidate will have a passion and commitment to effective governance and demonstrate a commitment to Wesley Mission’s vision, mission and values.

The primary objectives of this position will include:

• supporting the company secretarial functions of Wesley Mission in accordance with its constitution, the Corporations Act, the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission Act and other relevant legislation, regulations and practice guidelines


• timely and efficient administration of Board affairs, including organising and managing Board, Committee and annual general meetings, including provision of annual calendars and agendas, compiling and circulating papers to directors, preparing minutes and coordinating and following up on action items


• assisting with statutory records management and reporting


• supporting Wesley Mission in meeting high standards of corporate governance


• providing some executive assistance to the General Counsel & Company Secretary.

Selection Criteria

• qualifications in corporate governance or suitable equivalent


• strong track record in a corporate governance role


• previous deep experience in governance at a senior level, including effective minute taking and liaising with Boards


• proven history of building and maintaining strong relationships, using strong interpersonal skills, initiative, and ability to gain credibility to further the organisation’s governance agenda


• ability to influence stakeholders through a collaborative engagement style and clear decision-making


• demonstrated ability to work unsupervised with a positive can-do attitude


• very good written and verbal skills


• relates well to a range of people with sound listening and problem-solving skills


• use of Diligent Boards or equivalent.

Closing date

COB, Friday 4 October 2024.

Apply now

A Position Description can be found attached.

Please submit a copy of your CV/résumé and a cover letter addressing all the selection criteria to:

Email: humanresources@wesleymission.org.au

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values and Worker code of conduct. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued.

The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.