Governance Officer - Local Council

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Governance Officer - Local Council. Terms and conditions vacancy

The primary objective of  this position is to provide effective Governance service and support in areas of Governance, Council support, and provision of Governance support to the organisation and the coordination and management of delegations, grants management, controlled documents and governance training.

Duties:

• Support  the  delivery  of  contemporary  governance  services  and  functions  in  accordance  with  the organisations adopted policies and associated framework.
• Administration of Councils Grants register with oversight of grant compliance with acquittal conditions.  A compliance related role with focus on greater visibility of grants and associated risks such as meeting acquittal requirements. Register will be used by other teams to improve strategic focus of grant applications.
• Administer the organisations legislative, regulatory and policy review cycle and management of Policy, Protocol and Guidelines registers.
• Support the provision of Council-wide training, education, advice and support with respect to the legislation, regulations, policies, protocols and  procedures associated with  Governance. 
• Provide advice and support to the organisation in the drafting, execution and management of Council contracts. Primary point of contact for legal matters including the sourcing of legal advice where required. Legal support includes maintenance of standard contract templates. Assess Council’s legal risks as part of the Governance Framework.
• Draft and review governance policies, protocols and procedures associated with relevant legislation, regulations, codes and best practice.
• Administration  of  Councils  Delegations  register  to  ensure  compliance  and  enable  staff  to  fulfil  the requirements of their role. This includes facilitating the prompt review and update of Sub-delegations and Instruments of Appointment in accordance with changes to legislation.
• Monitor work practices, policies and procedures continually, with a view to improving service delivery and ensuring they meet statutory and Council requirements.

Skills and Experience:

• Business, Legal or Governance Qualifications Diploma level or above.
• Demonstrated experience in a Governance role with a proven high level of understanding of the legislation and governance requirements
• Skills in Office Administration, Policy Administration and GIPA
• Previous experience in Local Government desirable
• Experience in providing training to junior staff /mentoring
• Organised, Proactive, Excellent Communication, Customer Service and Problem Solving
• Legislative Interpretation experience

Benefits:

• Brilliant team culture with a great hourly rate
• 3 Month position with a potential extension
• Ability to grow and develop your experience in the Public Sector
• 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm

How to Apply:

Click on the "Apply now" button and upload your resume - no selection criteria is required. For further questions only please call Danielle on 02 9978 1700