Governance Coordinator

Band 7: $103,212- $115,495 + 11.5% superannuation
- Join a small, dynamic team, leading the Council Business and Mayor and Councillor Support functions
- Enjoy a flexible working environment, where no two days are the same, where you will be supported to grow and succeed

Join our supportive and professional Governance team in a leadership role that is key to supporting good decision-making and community engagement across Baw Baw Shire Council.

In this role you will support the Mayor and Councillors, ensure the effective delivery of governance services, and oversee Council and Audit Committee meetings. Reporting to the Manager Governance, you’ll supervise a small team and be responsible for statutory compliance, Council delegations, policy management, and providing high-level governance advice on legal and operational matters.

**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**

You will play a critical role in ensuring effective Governance practices across the organisation, ensuring internal staff are aware of Governance processes. In this role you will experience the vast range of services provided by Local Government and will have a strong understanding of the role of the Councillors in making decisions that impact these services and setting the strategic direction for the Baw Baw Shire area.

Sitting within the broader Governance team, this role also works alongside Council’s property and risk teams. As part of a small, tight-knit business unit, you'll have the opportunity to build strong working relationships and develop a diverse range of skills.

We're seeking a governance professional with relevant tertiary qualifications or extensive experience in a similar role, compliance or senior municipal administration.

You’ll bring strong communication skills, a sound understanding of local government legislation, and the ability to build effective relationships with Councillors, the CEO, and senior leaders. You will have the ability to communicate complex policies, technical information, and statutory obligations clearly and effectively, in writing and orally. Local Government experience and familiarity with the Local Government Act 2020 are highly regarded.

**Why you'll love working at Baw Baw Shire**
- Hybrid work is the norm here at Baw Baw for roles that can support it.
- Flexible work options, Baw Baw is committed to work-life balance.
- Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs.
- Access to rostered day off every four weeks (when working full time.)
- Career development opportunities.
- Study/development assistance.
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP.)
- A thriving Social Club.
- Close to Public transport.
- Ample free parking nearby.

**Further Information and How To Apply**
- 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._