Independent Facilitator

Play a critical role in shaping Council’s leadership and governance
- Contribute to one of Victoria’s fastest-growing Councils
- Two-year term with option for extension

**About Baw Baw Shire Council**

A Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. You'll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about.

Our organisation comprises of a multicultural workplace of around 400 full-time, part-time and casual employees, all benefiting from great flexibility, work/life sway, study support, health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs.

At Baw Baw Shire Council, we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired. We encourage the exploration of new ideas. We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.

Located adjacent to Melbourne, Baw Baw Shire is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbourne's CBD and suburbs. This allows easy access to training, seminars and conferences in the city, without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.

**About the Role**

As the Independent Facilitator, you will bring an impartial and expert perspective to Council’s CEO Employment and Remuneration Committee. You will guide the Committee through key stages of the CEO’s employment lifecycle including recruitment, reappointment, performance monitoring, remuneration and contract management ensuring processes are transparent, consistent and aligned with legislative requirements and best practice.

Working alongside the Mayor and Councillors, you will provide independent advice, foster constructive discussion, and support the Committee in achieving fair and accountable outcomes.
- Strong leadership, communication, and governance expertise.
- Experience at an executive level, ideally within local government or a similar sector.
- Proven capability in executive recruitment, contract oversight, and performance reviews.
- The ability to provide independent, high-quality advice and guidance.
- Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with Councillors and the CEO.
- Former Council members.
- Current or former local government CEOs.
- Senior executives with governance and recruitment expertise.
- Respected community leaders with relevant experience.

**Further Information and How To Apply**
- A short resume or statement of relevant skills, experience and qualifications.
- Names of two professional referees.
- Any restrictions to your availability in the next six months.

**Applications close Sunday 21 September 2025 and must be submitted directly via the Baw Baw Shire website.**
- Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment._