• Based at our Geelong, Waterfront Campus or Melbourne, Burwood Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and continuing
• $110,171 - $121,309 (HEW 7) + 17% Superannuation

Benefits for working with us!

At Deakin, we offer more than just a job - we offer a lifestyle. Across our campuses in Geelong, Melbourne, and regional Victoria, you’ll find everything you need to thrive: on-site childcare, gyms, medical centres, cafes, accessible public transport, and convenient parking. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance, generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave and the option to purchase additional time off, plus a wide range of staff discounts on travel and more. Our health and wellbeing services, ongoing professional development opportunities, and inclusive, supportive culture make Deakin a place where you can grow - whether you're working remotely or immersed in the vibrant energy of campus life.

About the team:

As trusted advisors and collaborative partners, the Finance and Assurance function provides a range of services to all parts of the university to drive financial sustainability and provide expert advice and compliance assurance to support delivery of the University Strategy and operational activities.

Our Assurance capability, consisting of Legal Services, Compliance, Contract Governance and Risk develops the University’s assurance frameworks and policies, and provides key expertise that underpins compliance and corporate governance and Deakin's commitment to high standards of integrity.

The Compliance and Contract Governance team ensures the organisation meets legal and regulatory obligations and manages a number of requirements including privacy, FOI, and declarations of interest. It also oversees contract governance to maintain transparency, mitigate risks, and uphold accountability in all contractual arrangements.

As a Coordinator, Contract Governance, you will:

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the University’s contract governance framework, policies, processes and systems.
• Coordinate contract governance activities and provide guidance and support to stakeholders to promote consistent and compliant practices.
• Improve CLM systems, workflows and processes by analysing business requirements and identifying opportunities to enhance user experience and functionality.
• Support contract execution, record-keeping, reporting and compliance monitoring, including maintaining data integrity and governance dashboards.
• Provide system support, manage user access and contribute to audits, compliance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.                                                                                         

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Relevant degree and/or substantial experience in governance, compliance, business operations, systems administration, project coordination or a related field.
• Experience supporting contract governance, compliance, procurement or related business processes in complex environments.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience delivering complex work and coordinating or leading initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience with CLM platforms, workflow or document management systems; DocuSign CLM or similar experience highly regarded.

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience by clicking ‘Apply Now’

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Nic Pappin (Head of Compliance & Contract Governance) on n.pappin@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 Coordinator Contract Governance_HEW 7.pdf

Applications for this position close on Monday, 7 September 2026 at 11:55pm.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process.  A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence.  A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.