governance

(noun) the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something. Synonyms: administration, governing body, establishment, brass, organization, organisation. Examples: "He claims that the present administration is corrupt." "The governance of an association is responsible to its members." "He quickly became recognized as a member of the establishment."

(noun) the act of governing; exercising authority. Synonyms: government, governing, government activity, administration. Examples: "Regulations for the governing of state prisons." "He had considerable experience of government."