Governance Officer

7 hours ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Public Sector People Full time $48,000 - $72,000 per year

Public Sector People is seeking a Governance Officer to join a council in Sydney on a contract basis.

  • 3-month contract
  • $50-$60ph + super
  • Start ASAP

In this role, the successful candidate will provide expert governance advice, ensuring the efficient and effective operation of Council's governance processes, including compliance with legislative requirements, management of delegations, and public access to information under the GIPA and privacy legislation.

What you'll be doing:

  • Provide governance advice to ensure compliance with statutory obligations.
  • Support Council meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking.
  • Maintain governance registers and ensure they are up to date.
  • Develop and review policies and procedures to improve governance practices.
  • Coordinate Councils business papers in accordance with the established timeframes, ensuring a high standard of accuracy and presentation.
  • Conduct governance-related research and projects as directed.
  • Build relationships with internal stakeholders to promote good governance.

What They're Looking For:

  • Must have local government experience in a governance role or similar.State government experience is highly regarded.
  • GIPA experience is highly regarded.
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation including the Local Government Act 1993, Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 and the Privacy and Personal Information Act 1998.
  • Strong understanding of Local Government processes and legislation.
  • Excellent communication and analytical skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
  • Proven experience in governance roles.

If you are interested, please apply now. For more information, contact Caitlin on or

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