Senior Governance Officer

Are you passionate about driving excellence in governance and shaping strategic decision-making? Join us as a Senior Governance Officer and make a real impact on organisational integrity and performance.

• Lead governance initiatives to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on governance matters for staff and Councillors.
• Permanent full time role available

About The Role
The Senior Governance Officer plays a critical role in ensuring that the Central Coast Council (CCC) meets its governance obligations. This position is responsible for providing guidance and support on governance matters, including privacy and data breach reviews, policy management, staff delegations and legislative compliance. The Senior Governance Officer will also ensure that the organisation maintains high standards of customer service while creating value for the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance systems to ensure compliance with organisational and legislative governance requirements.
• Balance the need for compliance with the implementation of efficient processes to avoid bureaucratic barriers.
• Manage educational programs to promote awareness of governance requirements among staff and Councillors.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting on governance matters, ensuring legislative deadlines are met.
• Oversee the coordination and implementation of governance projects and activities.
• Assist in the development and review of governance documentation, including policies and procedures.

Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in governance, with proven experience in a similar role. They will be adaptable, committed to achieving goals, and skilled in building cooperative relationships.

• Diploma qualification in Public Administration or related field, or extensive relevant experience.
• Current Class C Driver's Licence.
• Proficient in computer databases and Microsoft Office applications.
• Sound knowledge of administrative legislation and governance frameworks.
• Experience providing strategic advice and support to management.

Additionally, candidates should demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, the ability to manage conflict constructively, and a commitment to quality customer service.

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Other Important Information

• The commencing salary for this position is up to $96.6k per year. Central Coast Council also provides progression opportunities for employees to progress up to the maximum salary of $112k per year on completion of assessment of skills and performance plus 12% superannuation
• We have a permanent full time role available
• This role will be able to access a 9 day fortnight
• We are able to offer hybrid and flexible working conditions for this role - 2 days from home and 3 days onsite
• This role is located at the Wyong Administration Building

Council may create an eligibility list from this recruitment process and may utilise this eligibility list to fill other permanent or temporary vacancies.

Extra Benefits
At Central Coast Council we provide team members with a range of extras that help them balance their life when they need it. Fitness Passports give access to a range of gyms. Wellbeing leave can be accessed twice a year to tick off something that means something to you - volunteering, health check-ups. And an Employee Assistance Program that offers a range of wellbeing initiatives to help you and your immediate family.

Other Extras Include

• Long service leave after 5 years of continuous service
• Free flu vaccination program
• Time provided for you to do annual skin cancer screening, Breast screen and blood donations
• Access to professional development with career development and learning programs through various platforms
• We reward and recognise our staff with our Cheers program
• Novated leasing partnerships.

Central Coast Council is committed to the goals of equal opportunity employment. We aim to provide a work environment for our employees that fosters equity, diversity and respect.
Council is committed to providing safe environments that protect the physical, emotional, cultural and social wellbeing of children on the Central Coast.
Want to know more?
The contact person for this role is
Sharon McLaren, Section Manager Governance
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This position will close for applications at
midnight on Sunday, 23 November 2025.
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Location
Central Coast Council is ideally located on the northern fringe of Sydney and just an hour's drive from Newcastle, the Central Coast offers one of the best places in Australia to live and work. The Central Coast is one of the fastest growing regions in NSW, the third largest Local Government Area (LGA) in NSW and the 6th Largest LGA in Australia.

How To Apply
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• Attach your resume
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