Company Secretary

Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited

WARRAGUL, VIC 


Legal Officer

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.60 FTE)

Applications Close: 24 February 2026


DOSCEL is seeking a Company Secretary to fulfil the administrative and statutory obligations on behalf of the DOSCEL Board. The role will manage and administer DOSCEL as a corporate entity on behalf of the Board overseeing governance frameworks and provide governance advice and support to the Board, its Committees, the Executive Leadership Team, and employees.

<p><i>Permanent, part-time role based in historic Sion House in Warragul, a short walk from the Warragul Railway Station.</i></p> <ul> <li>Join a not-for-profit organisation and meaningfully contribute to excellence in the education of children and young people.</li> <li>Extremely attractive salary and superannuation contributions.</li> <li>Generous conditions including salary packaging.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About Us</strong></p> <p>The governing organisation, Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited (<strong>DOSCEL</strong>), directs and serves thirty-nine primary and five secondary schools in the Diocese of Sale which spans regional and rural areas between Cranbourne and Narre Warren in the west of the Diocese, Wonthaggi in the south and Orbost in the east. DOSCEL’s aim is to deliver the highest quality educational opportunities and outcomes for every student in every school in the Diocese.</p> <p>At DOSCEL, you will enjoy a compassionate and supportive workplace, where you will be genuinely valued and respected as a person. With this and our friendly and collegial culture, you will feel a sense of real belonging, which will motivate you to perform your best work. The rewarding nature of the work and the opportunities for both personal and professional growth will ensure that you remain stimulated and engaged in your role.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>DOSCEL is seeking a Company Secretary who is passionate about strategising and continuously improving business operations in order to give back to the community.</p> <p>As the Company Secretary, you will contribute to the management and administration of DOSCEL as a corporate entity.</p> <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <p>As the Company Secretary, you will demonstrate the key selection criteria outlined in the Position Description, including but not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>A commitment to the ethos, values and mission of Catholic education.</li> <li>A commitment to and understanding of child protection and child safety issues in education.</li> <li>Extensive and demonstratable experience as a Company Secretary in a corporate environment, preferably in the education or not-for-profit sector.</li> <li>Working knowledge of the <i>Corporations Act 2001</i> (Cth) and experience with Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (<strong>ACNC</strong>) requirements.</li> <li>Prior experience building, developing, and maintaining a company secretarial function.</li> <li>Proven success navigating complex hierarchies and structures, managing competing needs and priorities, setting expectations, and influencing varied stakeholder groups to meet organisational goals.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships and collaborate with all levels of the organisation to enable effective delivery of the Board’s agenda.</li> <li>Ability to maintain composure under high pressure and challenging situations.</li> <li>Ability to exercise a high degree of integrity and confidentiality.</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>For further information regarding this exciting opportunity, please forward your queries to the Human Resources team via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:hr@doscel.catholic.edu.au?subject=Company%20Secretary%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>hr@doscel.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Company%20Secretary%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:hr@doscel.catholic.edu.au?subject=Company%20Secretary%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">hr@doscel.catholic.edu.au</a>.</p> <p>For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ceosale.catholic.edu.au/work-with-us/positions-vacant" rel="nofollow">DOSCEL Website</a>.</p> <p>Applications are to be emailed to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:hr@doscel.catholic.edu.au?subject=Company%20Secretary%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>hr@doscel.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Company%20Secretary%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:hr@doscel.catholic.edu.au?subject=Company%20Secretary%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">hr@doscel.catholic.edu.au</a> and include a Cover Letter addressing the key selection criteria and current resume.</p> <p><strong>Applications close on Tuesday 24 February 2026 at 2.00 pm.</strong></p> <p><i>The interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early. We encourage applications for this vacancy to be submitted as soon as possible.&nbsp;</i></p>