Governance Officer

Salary:

$84000 - 97000

/ Year

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

Sydney - NSW

Industry:

Professional

Reference:

3839813

Contact Name:

Esme Lynch

Contact Email:

esme@publicsectorpeople.com.au

Date Published:

12-Jun-2025

Governance Officer
Location: Moss Vale, NSW
Salary: Remuneration package up to $97,666 plus super
Work Type: Full Time, Permanent
Public Sector People on behalf of Wingecarribee Shire Council

Support best-practice governance and drive transparent decision-making at a vibrant regional Council.

Public Sector People are proud to be partnering with Wingecarribee Shire Council to recruit a proactive and community-minded Governance Officer. This role plays a key part in strengthening the integrity and transparency of Council processes by supporting the implementation of governance frameworks and delivering compliance and advisory functions. You’ll contribute to ethical standards, guide legislative compliance, and foster open, effective engagement across the organisation.

Whether you live locally or you are looking to relocate, this could be the one for you!

About the Role:

Reporting to the Coordinator Governance, you will be responsible for:

Supporting the delivery of Council’s governance programs and framework
Assisting with Council agendas, notifications and meeting processes
Providing guidance on legislative interpretation and access to information
Promoting ethical conduct and transparency in corporate decision-making
Assisting in the management of policies, complaints handling and public interest disclosures
Ensuring adherence to the Local Government Act and related statutory obligations

If you have experience in a similar position or have a degree/ background in Law, Administration, Communications or relevant courses and you are eager to step into the world of governance, I’d love to hear from you.

What You'll Bring:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
Eager to support and improve governance frameworks in Local Government
Interest in understanding the corporate policy cycle and broader strategies
Ability to coordinate agendas, speakers and public notification requirements to support processes and decision making
Ability to provide technical advice and use professional judgment
Motivated to contribute to the development and improvement of governance processes and programs

Why Wingecarribee Shire Council?

Flexible work arrangements including variable days off in addition to annual leave, health and wellbeing days and time off for Blood Donors
Corporate wellbeing programs/initiatives, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Fitness Passport
Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including tertiary study assistance
Vaccination program including annual Flu Vaccine
Access to financial advice and guidance including advice from Active Super
A supportive and community-focused team located in the scenic Southern Highlands

If you meet the above criteria or you believe you have a transferable skillset and you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, please submit your application including a cover letter and resume by applying through the job ad.

For further information regarding this role please contact Esme Lynch (Senior Recruitment Consultant – Search and Selection) on 0413 282 765 or email esme@publicsectorpeople.com.au

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Friday 27th January 2025.

Please note, recruitment activity will begin prior to the closing date.

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