AISNSW is the peak body supporting and representing over 400 Independent schools in NSW and provides a range of services across NSW and ACT. We believe in the excellence that comes with choice, diversity and independence in education.
We are looking for an experienced governance professional to join our expert team and partner with school boards across the Independent schools sector in NSW. In this high-impact role, you will support and advise board chairs and principals, deliver professional learning, and guide boards through strategic and performance reviews.
Previous applicants need not reapply.
Who this role is perfect for:
- You have worked in or with boards as a director, company secretary, or trusted advisor, or in a voluntary capacity
- You are confident with complexity and engaging senior stakeholders
- You are energised by improving governance capability across the Independent school sector
- You have strong facilitation and communication skills, and enjoy delivering workshops
- You bring integrity, insight, and a collaborative mindset.
Here is what you’ll do:
- Provide expert advice to board chairs, principals, and senior leaders on constitutions, risk, governance policy and practice and compliance
- Deliver engaging governance workshops and learning programs, in-person and online on issues such as conflicts of interest, risk management, child safeguarding and cyber security
- Lead and contribute to board performance and strategic reviews, delivering high-impact, confidential reports and insights
- Support regulatory engagement and the coordination of an annual Governance Symposium
Partner with experienced colleagues in an intellectually rewarding, collaborative environment
About You:
- Strong foundation in governance, ideally with experience in or with boards (paid or voluntary)
- Background in law, education, business, or a related field
Completion of AICD, GIA, or equivalent governance training (highly regarded) - Skilled communicator and facilitator, confident working with board chairs, principals and CEOs
- Experience delivering professional advice, reviews, or strategic support at the executive or board level
- Discreet and credible
- Willingness to travel across metropolitan Sydney and to NSW regional areas.
- Availability and willingness to regularly work on weekends and weeknights
What we offer you:
- Structured induction processes.
- Four weeks annual leave (additional leave for the office closure period between Christmas and New Year is determined by the Board each year).
- Salary packaging
- Flexible work arrangements including a combination of working away from the office as well as dedicated time for collaboration in the office.
- Internal and external personal professional learning opportunities.
- Dedicated staff wellbeing initiatives to promote connectedness and self-care.
At AISNSW we value and promote a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures and experiences. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Application Process:
If you want to be part of this unique opportunity working in a high impact role where you can make a difference across the Independent school sector please provide:
- A maximum one page covering letter that highlights how you demonstrate your suitability for the role.
- Resume
Applications close Friday 29 August 2025.
Please direct any questions to:
Margaret Molloy | People and Culture Manager
Phone: (02) 9299 2845 | Email: peopleandculture@aisnsw.edu.au
