Junior IT Governance Administrator

Junior IT Governance Administrator

If you’ve got a keen eye for detail and want to launch your career in IT governance and compliance, this could be the perfect entry point. You’ll support critical governance functions, ensuring that technology systems and data stay compliant with policies and regulations. Think of yourself as the organised backbone keeping IT governance running smoothly – you’ll be documenting, tracking, coordinating, and reporting across multiple governance streams.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in maintaining and updating IT policies, procedures, and standards whilst tracking compliance with frameworks like COBIT and ISO 27001

Maintain comprehensive documentation registers for IT assets, access controls, and system approvals

Help manage the IT risk register, log incidents, and support risk assessments for new systems, vendors, and projects

Coordinate follow-ups on remediation actions across teams

Prepare supporting documentation for internal and external audits and compile monthly compliance reports

Track and follow up on audit findings until closure

Liaise with IT, legal, compliance, and business teams to gather information for governance reviews

Schedule and record minutes for IT governance meetings

Communicate policy updates to staff in clear, accessible language

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

National Diploma or bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, business information technology, or a related field

0–2 years’ experience in IT governance, compliance, audit, or risk management (or equivalent exposure)

Basic knowledge of data protection principles and IT control frameworks

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Integrity when handling confidential information

Analytical thinking – you spot gaps and inconsistencies in processes

Solid time management and ability to juggle multiple deadlines

Collaborative approach to working across departments

THE ROLE

You’ll work in a public administration environment where governance isn’t just a box to tick – it’s fundamental to how the organisation operates. You’ll receive supervision and mentorship as you develop your expertise, learning the ins and outs of regulatory compliance, risk management, and audit processes. This is an ideal stepping stone for someone serious about building a career in IT governance and compliance.

Ready to build a foundation in one of the most important functions in modern organisations?