About UsSouth Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership.We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community.Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep.Our values - Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence - are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.About The RoleFull Time OngoingBand 8 - $119,943 + 11.5% superHybrid and flexible working arrangements availableAre you looking for an opportunity to lead a progressive and dynamic Governance Team and to play a key role in the delivery of Council's Good Governance Framework and governance service?Reporting to the Manager Governance & Integrity, this position will ensure that effective and efficient governance requirements are provided to the organisation while complying with the legislative and regulatory requirements.Key Responsibilities In This Role IncludeContribute to a contemporary corporate governance environment throughout the organisation by developing and supporting robust governance processes to inform decision making and the achievement of Council objectives.Provide advice and guidance to staff to ensure statutory obligations are undertaken in accordance with the Local Government Act 2020 and any other relevant legislation and regulations.Coordinate organisational and legislative performance reporting requirements for the quarterly organisational Performance Report to Council and for Annual Plan/Budget, Departmental Business Plans and Annual Report respectively.Coordinate the development of the Council Plan, Annual Plan and Departmental Business Plans.Coordinate the running of Council meetings and briefing sessions, production of documentation and distribution of agenda and minutes.About YouTo be successful for this role, you will have:Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in developing and leading organisational service planning and reporting.Experience of governance within a Council or highly regulated environment.Proven leadership skills and experience.Proven ability to build rapport and strong professional relationships with a range of stakeholders.Experience and understanding of Corporate Frameworks and Reporting.Strong continual improvement and business solution focus.WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US!Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements.Rostered Days Off offered for full time roles.Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.South Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environment.Enjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social Club.Diverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positions.Mentoring, coaching and secondments.Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.Opportunity to purchase additional leave.Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments.NEXT STEPSIf you would like to become a part of our team at South Gippsland Shire Council, please submit your application by filling out your details in the following fields and addressing the questions below. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and set your application apart from the rest! You must answer your questions in the fields below, please do not attach them in a separate document, doing so may affect the progression of your application. You will also be required to upload two documents, your resume and cover letter.Your application will be reviewed after the closing date and we will be in contact via email regarding your progress. Please ensure you check your Spam Folder.All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed.The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job.To view the Position Description for this role, please CLICK HERE.Enquiries to: Rhys Matulis, Manager Governance & Integrity, 03 5662 9200.Closing date will be determined when a suitable candidate has been identified.Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we've got this one.South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on 03 5662 9233 and identify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements.If you are having any issues applying for this position, please call our People & Culture Team on 03 5662 9233 or email humanresources@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
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