Company Secretary to the Board (50D)

Casual Contract | Immediate Start | East Perth

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service (DYHS) is seeking a Casual Company Secretary to provide professional governance support and independent advice to our Board of Directors.

This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate who has an interest in governance and understands the importance of strong, culturally secure governance and wants to contribute to an organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the Aboriginal community.

About the Role

As Company Secretary to the Board, you will be the Board’s governance support, working closely with the Chairperson, Board Directors, committees and CEO to ensure effective governance, compliance, accountability and effective decision-making.

You will provide independent and professional support on governance and regulatory matters while ensuring the Board has timely, accurate and well-prepared information to support its responsibilities.

This is a Casual contract position requiring an immediate start, based at our East Perth Clinic.

Key Responsibilities

- Support governance and compliance advice to the Board and its committees.
- Support to ensure timely and accurate regulatory and statutory lodgements with ORIC, ACNC and relevant WA regulators.
- Maintain and oversee the Rule Book, Board Charter, committee terms of reference and governance policies and procedures.
- Prepare Board and committee agendas, papers and meeting documentation in collaboration with the Chair and CEO.
- Attend Board and committee meetings and prepare accurate, high-quality minutes and records of resolutions.




- Monitor and report on Board action items and governance requirements.
- Advise Directors on fiduciary duties, conflicts of interest, induction and professional development.
- Maintain calendars, required registers and corporate records for the Board.
- Support Board performance, succession planning and skills-matrix processes.
- Develop respectful relationships with Elders, community members, funding bodies, legal advisers and other key stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen governance, transparency and organisational effectiveness.
- Ensure governance processes reflect and respect Aboriginal cultural protocols.

About You

We are looking for a Casual Company Secretary who brings:

- Commitment and ability to work towards completing appropriate qualifications and training for a Governance and Company Secretary Role.
- Knowledge and understanding of the CATSI Act
- Commitment and motivated to gain skills and knowledge on compliance and strategic Governance.
- An understanding of Aboriginal community-controlled health services and the cultural and socio-political context affecting Aboriginal people in WA.
- Exceptional written communication and minute-taking skills.
- High emotional intelligence, diplomacy and cultural humility.




- Strong integrity and commitment to confidentiality.
- The ability to learn and interpret complex information, identify risks and provide practical advice.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Essential Requirements

- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander as per section 50D of the Equal Employment Opportunities Act (Essential).
- Ability to attend after-hours Board and committee meetings when required.
- Current National Police Clearance that is not older than 6 months
- Valid WA Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel to clinics and community forums
- Minimum 18 years of age and able to provide written consent to appointment as Company Secretary as required under the CATSI Act and DYHS Rule Book
- Successful pre-employment health assessment

What We Offer

- Immediate start
- East Perth corporate office location
- Senior-level governance opportunity working directly with the Board
- Salary based on applicable Award
- An chance to contribute to strong governance and meaningful outcomes for Aboriginal communities

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are interested in gaining knowledge, skills and experience in a Company Secretary or senior governance professional role, has cultural humility and a commitment to integrity, we would welcome your application.

Please apply through SEEK, applications must include:

Current Resume including current contact details and Cover letter addressing the selection criteria (2 pages maximum) outlining your suitability for the role.

📌 Casual Company Secretary (50D) (East Perth)
🏢 Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal
📍 East Perth