Senior Governance Professional for Regional Council

6 days ago


Geelong, Victoria, Australia beBeeGovernance Full time $118,000 - $131,000
Job Description

The Manager, Governance and Risk will lead the council's governance, corporate risk, and compliance functions. This role involves overseeing statutory compliance, managing insurance portfolios, and providing high-quality governance advice to executive teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Leading governance frameworks, including Enterprise Risk Management and Business Continuity Plans
  • Managing the Audit, Risk & Improvement Committee (ARIC) and ensuring high standards of governance and compliance
  • Overseeing statutory compliance, corporate registers, and integrated planning/reporting obligations
  • Acting as Public Officer and managing Freedom of Information (GIPA) and Privacy matters
Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will require tertiary qualifications in governance, law, policy, risk management, or business, combined with demonstrated experience in governance, legal, or administrative roles involving risk management practices.

  • Post-graduate qualifications in a relevant discipline
  • Demonstrated skills in mentoring and developing staff
  • High-level written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to exercise initiative, sound judgement, discretion, and confidentiality
Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary package, plus an array of benefits, including relocation assistance, flexible working arrangements, and regular wellbeing initiatives.

  • Relocation assistance up to $5,000
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Private use vehicle leaseback through the Council
  • Rostered Day-Off | 9-day fortnight
  • Generous leave provisions under the NSW Local Government State Award
  • Regular wellbeing initiatives and information
  • Access to EAP services
  • Fitness Passport membership
  • Annual health checks and flu vaccinations
About You

You will be a collaborative leader with a professional, assertive, yet approachable style. You will have the interpersonal skills to engage effectively with staff, executives, and community stakeholders, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and service excellence.



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