You should apply for the Governance Officer role at Bond University right now if your admin experience covers committee coordination and insurance records.

The position is part-time at 0.5 FTE on a 12-month fixed term contract. It sits in the Chancellery and reports directly to the Company Secretary and General Counsel. Bond University, Australia’s first private not-for-profit university on the Gold Coast, needs someone to keep governance processes running smoothly and handle the insurance portfolio without drama.

What the role actually involves day to day

The Governance Officer coordinates committee meeting processes. That means preparing and distributing agendas, collating papers, and tracking action registers so nothing falls through the cracks. You will maintain governance records and registers to keep everything accurate and accessible. Policy administration forms another core part, including helping review and improve documentation across the university.

Insurance work runs alongside. You will support renewals, manage claims, keep accurate records, and liaise with insurers and brokers. Routine enquiries from staff get handled here too, along with reporting on claims trends and risks. The role also includes general administrative support for the Company Secretary and Executive Officer – Governance.

Selection criteria emphasise organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential material with discretion. A relevant degree or demonstrated experience in governance, insurance, compliance or administration counts. Strong written and verbal communication skills matter because you will prepare reports, briefing materials and correspondence. Microsoft Office proficiency, especially Word, Excel and Outlook, is required. Experience in higher education, public sector or regulated environments is desirable but not mandatory.

Why this role suits certain candidates

Part-time hours suit people who want university-level governance exposure without full-time commitment. The Gold Coast location and staff benefits add practical value. Benefits include flexible work arrangements, study assistance, salary packaging, parental leave provisions, and access to an onsite medical centre, counselling, gym and pool.

Salary starts at $42,853.53 per annum for the 0.5 FTE position plus 12 percent superannuation. Full-time equivalent sits at $85,707.07. Pre-employment checks cover working rights, references and qualifications. Preferred candidates must also complete a Gender-Based Violence declaration under the National Higher Education Code.

Steps to prepare a strong application

1. Download the full position description from the Bond University careers page and read every line of the selection criteria twice.
2. Map your own experience against each criterion with one concrete example per point. Use numbers or outcomes where possible, such as how many committees you supported or how you reduced claims processing time.
3. Write the cover letter to address the two main streams of work: governance coordination and insurance administration. Mention the reporting line and show you understand the need for sound judgement on sensitive matters.
4. Tailor your resume to highlight relevant administrative, records or compliance work. Remove unrelated roles that dilute the fit.
5. Proof everything for accuracy. Governance roles punish small errors in documentation.

Most candidates send the same generic cover letter they used last month. That wastes everyone’s time and gets applications filtered out immediately. Committees notice when an applicant has actually read the criteria and connected their background to the specific duties listed.

Common pitfalls that sink applications

Skipping the action register or records maintenance examples leaves a gap. Failing to show you can work independently while still collaborating across teams also hurts. Overlooking the insurance side of the role is another frequent miss, even though it forms a clear portion of the responsibilities.

Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday 16 August 2026. Current Bond staff apply through People Connect. Everyone else uploads a resume and cover letter via the job portal. If you need adjustments during the process, contact the Talent Acquisition Team early.

One practical action to take this week

Download the position description today and spend 30 minutes mapping your experience against the five key selection criteria listed.