Council Governance and Policy Officers

2 days ago

Perth, Australia City of Perth Full time

CEO Alliance | Governance and Policy
- **$128,798 to $136,479 per annum, plus superannuation**:

- **Full-time, permanent**:

- **CBD Location**

As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

**The Opportunity**

As the Policy and Advocacy Lead for the City of Perth, you will be a strategic policy expert and a critical thinker. In this dynamic role, you will spearhead the development of policy and advocacy positions that align with the City's strategic objectives.

Reporting to the Executive Director Governance and Strategy, your responsibilities will primarily include:

- high level research and analysis to develop policy positions and advocacy statements;
- Development, implementation and review of the City’s advocacy framework to support strategic objectives;
- Translate complex information for target audiences and prepare submissions, reports, presentations and other forms of written communications aligned to the City’s strategic objectives; and
- Lead the establishment, implementation and review protocols and procedure to strengthen, support and mature the City’s strategic policy and advocacy approach.

**About You**

To succeed in this role, you will possess:

- An understanding of government relations, policy and processes as well as an appreciation of key public policy issues at a state and national level
- Advanced research, analytical, policy and advocacy skills;
- Ability to prepare complex reports, policy papers and briefings; and
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role and working at the City.

**Eligibility**

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

- A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa);
- A current ‘C’ class Australian drivers licence; and
- A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months).

**How to Apply**

When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a cover letter (of no more than 2 pages) that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and any relevant qualifications.

**The Application Process**

Applications for this position will close at **5pm AWST on Sunday, 8 September 2024**. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

For further information please contact Peta Mabbs, Executive Director Governance and Strategy, 0428 410 383.

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