About the opportunity

Our client is a highly regarded Victorian public sector organisation that delivers a year-round program of performing arts and community engagement. We are seeking an experienced governance qualified to step in straight away and lead the governance, policy and contract management functions for 6 months.

What you'll be doing

- Maintaining the policy framework, using an established, prioritised policy register, and helping business areas develop and review their policies.

- Building and strengthening the contract management function, and working with the business and the external legal provider to finalise contracts and variations for execution.

- Acting as the first point of contact for legal enquiries from the business, reviewing agreements for alignment with state government requirements and engaging the legal provider when needed.

- Preparing governance papers for the Trust and its Subcommittees using established templates, coordinating input from across the organisation.

About you

- You have proven experience in governance, policy and contract management, ideally with exposure to reviewing commercial agreements.





- You can work well with external legal advisers and translate compliance requirements into practical advice for the business.

- You've prepared papers or reports for a Board, Trust or Committee.

- You're self-directed and confident managing your own workload with a supportive, hands-off leader.

- You communicate clearly and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

- Victorian public sector experience is highly regarded but not essential. Strong governance and contract experience is the priority.

- You hold a current Working with Children Check or are willing to obtain one.

What's on offer

- $80 per hour plus superannuation.

- A 6-month assignment starting ASAP, with potential to extend.

- Flexible hours, with 0.8 FTE preferred and other arrangements considered for the right person.

- Hybrid working, with 2-3 days on-site
- The chance to make a visible impact in a creative, community-focused organisation.

How to apply To be considered, click Apply and submit your resume. For a confidential discussion, please contact Candice Lewis on [0401 360 635](tel:0401 360 635) or [email protected]

📌 Interim Manager, Governance - Policy & Contracts (Geelong)
🏢 Slade Group
📍 Geelong