Our Governance Officer role is responsible for maintaining the integrity, transparency and accountability of our Council operations. You will coordinator the administration of Council meetings, Councillor briefing sessions, and Audit and Risk Committee meetings ensuring all actions comply with the Local Government Act 2020, along with Council’s Governance Rules, procedures and policies.
This role collaborates closely with the Senior Governance Officer, Coordinator Governance, and Executive manager Governance and Public Affairs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinating the administration of Council business, including Council meetings and briefing sessions.
- Supporting Council elections, Councillor induction and Councillor professional development as required.
- Provide expert support and guidance to the organisation on Council’s software for agenda management.
- Provide support for Council elections, Councillor induction and Councillor professional development as required.
- Ensure the smooth running of all Audit & Risk Committee meetings by coordinating our administrative processes.
- Compile Audit & Risk Committee agendas, papers and minutes ensuring information is clear, concise, and complies with our legislative obligations.
- Assist in supporting an effective internal audit function by supporting and participating in audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting as required.
- Assist in the maintenance and publishing of various corporate registers (e.g., Conflict of Interest, Gifts, Benefits & Hospitality).
Join us in this full-time permanent role, offering a competitive salary range of $102,368 - $110,865 plus 12% superannuation and a monthly accrued day off.
Regular overtime required on Monday evenings, to be remunerated in accordance with Council's Employment Agreement and as agreed with manager.
What you’ll need to succeed:
• Demonstrated experience in Governance, Civic Support, or Councillor support in the Local Government sector would be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Local Government Act 2020 and proven track record of assisting an organisation in complying with same.
• Capability to offer expert advice or regulate client actions in accordance with established policies, involving understanding and interpreting policies, and providing clear guidance to clients, ensuring compliance and accuracy with decisions subject to appeal or review by senior employees.
• Experience using Council's agenda management system, Doc Assembler, would be highly regarded.
• Able to collaborate with external stakeholders and internal teams to address specialist issues by effectively communicating, building strong relationships, coordinating efforts across functions, and resolving cross-functional challenges efficiently.
• Understanding of personnel practices such as equal employment opportunity, occupational health and safety, and employee development with the ability to implement these practices effectively.
• Knowledge of local government processes and procedures, particularly in the Governance area.
Enquiries
For enquiries relating to the role, please contact Emily Stockdale - Senior Governance Officer at estockda@stonnington.vic.gov.au
For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.
Submitting your application
In your cover letter, we invite you to demonstrate how your skills and experience align with the requirements outlined in the Position Description, and to share what draws you to the opportunity to work with the City of Stonnington
The City of Stonnington is a child-safe, equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of offerings available for our people, have a look at “Why Stonnington”.
If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment please contact Council’s Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.
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