Governance Officer
1 day ago
Both Part-time and Full-time options are available.
About us
The Town of Cottesloe boasts some of the most beautiful surrounds in the Perth metropolitan area. Internationally recognised for its stunning beaches, manicured lawns and balcony views over the Indian Ocean, Cottesloe is a coastal village with a laid-back charm.
Our community is one of our greatest assets. Each year, we welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors who come to Cottesloe to enjoy its vibrant atmosphere, unique character, and beachside lifestyle for which we are renowned.
Join us and help shape the future of Cottesloe with a Council and community committed to sustainability, heritage, and an exceptional environment.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a Governance Officer to work directly with our Governance Coordinator to deliver high-quality, community aligned outcomes.Reporting to the Governance Coordinator, you will be contributing to a breadth of complex Governance issues.
You will play a critical role in ensuring that the effective operation of the Council's governance systems is in line with the Local Government Act 1995.
Key duties under the direction of the Governance Coordinator may include, but are not limited to;
- Assist with preparing and publishing Council documents including agendas, minutes, business papers, and reports for Council and Committee meetings;
- Assist in managing the Town's meeting processes ensuring compliance with relevant internal protocols and statutory requirements;
- Assist, where required, with reviewing/amending/making policies and local laws;
- Support the Governance Coordinator as requested with all Governance tasks, the Integrated Planning Framework, Operational Risk Management, and Local Government Elections;
- Provide support to ensure the Town complies with relevant statutory requirements; and
- Carry out other duties as requested by management which may be reasonably expected within the scope of the classification level and skill base of the employee.
Some benefits of working with the Town of Cottesloe include a paid Christmas Shutdown period (in addition to your annual leave), a Superannuation matching scheme, flexible working arrangements and a sustainable travel allowance.
About you
The ideal candidate will possess the qualifications, experience and personal attributes necessary to perform effectively in this role.
Essential
- High levels of attention to detail;
- Ability to analyse data, information in reports and policy content;
- Problem solving, research and organisational skills to support in ensuring the organisation is compliant with all aspects of legislative reporting, risk management reporting and policy review controls;
- Strong and forward-thinking communication skills;
- Ability to maintain confidentiality;
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders; and
- Demonstrated professionalism, discretion and commitment to privacy, security and confidentiality of information.
Additional Requirements
- Current Australian Working Rights;
- Current National Police Clearance (or willingness to obtain); and
- Willingness to under-go a Pre-Employment Medical (as required).
For more information about the position, please head to to find the detailed position description.
How to Apply
Please apply via SEEK. Provide a cover letter (max 1-2 pages) to outline your suitability for the position based on Essential Criteria in the Position Description. Please provide your resume.
Applications for this position will close Monday 24 November at 5pm.
If you have any questions relating to this position, please contact: Kate Jones – Governance Coordinator on
The successful candidate will be asked to provide 2 professional references, with at least 1 recent manager/supervisor.
The Town of Cottesloe is an Equal Opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion within all practices. Applications for this position are encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders.
Canvassing of elected members will disqualify applications.
