Governance Officer

About Us

Gunnedah Shire Council is an integral part of the Gunnedah community, a vibrant, warm and friendly town surrounded by the expansive Liverpool Plains and framed by the Kelvin Ranges. With a population of approximately 13,085 Gunnedah is a commodity hub and major destination on the intersection of the Kamilaroi Highway and Oxley Highway. We are committed to providing a friendly and helpful service to all stakeholders and a liveable and accessible community for all ages and demographics.

The Opportunity

Gunnedah Shire Council has an exciting full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity for a Governance Officer to join their team in Gunnedah, NSW. Reporting to the Manager Governance & Legal, the Governance Officer is responsible for ensuring, but is not limited to, the following:

• Manage and maintain Council’s delegations database and authorisations register.
• Develop, promote and administer Council’s Risk Management Framework, Strategy and Programs.
• Assist Council’s internal auditor to coordinate internal audit activities and facilitate reporting to the Audit Committee.
• Manage the annual review of Council’s insurance policies and liaise with brokers as to the most effective insurance cover.
• Manage all insurance claims on the Council’s behalf and coordinate the insurance investigation of over excess claims.
• Backfill positions within the Governance department during periods of leave and/or absence or when required.

Our next Governance Officer

To be considered for this role, you will ideally have appropriate tertiary qualifications or equivalent demonstrated experience in an administrative, governance, legal or similar role. A current drivers licence is also needed.

We are looking for someone who can work well as part of a team and has great communication skills. While technical knowledge is important, your ability to influence stakeholders and pick up new knowledge and skills will be what sets you apart.

If you enjoy variety and a friendly work environment then this is the job for you. We are a small council so no two days will ever be the same.

We are open to flexible working arrangements and encourage interested applicants to make enquiries in this regard prior to making an application.

What We Offer

Some of the benefits working for Gunnedah Shire Council include:

• 35 hours per week
• 4 weeks annual leave
• Rostered day off every 3 weeks
• Learning and development opportunities
• Access to employee wellbeing programs
• Salary packaging options
• Active social club 

Annual salary of $78,785 - $86,964 + Superannuation 

For further information regarding this role please contact Kelly Stidworthy, Director Corporate Services, on 02 6740 2111 or see the position description.

How to Apply

Please read the Position Description by clicking on the link above.  It is important to read this carefully to understand what the job involves.

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification or skill.  If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you!

If this sounds like you, click the Apply button below, complete the application form. Please ensure you answer all questions and upload a current resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for this role, as well as any copies of relevant qualifications that support your application.

Applications close: Friday 26 April 2024 at 5:00PM

Further information

As part of the recruitment process, suitable applicants will be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include relevant background checks, functional capacity assessment and drug and alcohol screening.

Our recruitment process is primarily via system generated emails.  Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates and outcomes.

Email notifications may include application confirmation, interview invitations, request for references, and application outcomes.  Please check your email regularly, including your junk email.

Council is an equal opportunity employer is committed to a merit-based workforce that encompasses inclusiveness and diversity in an environment of mutual respect. We invite, encourage, welcome and value candidate of all ages and from all backgrounds.

For all enquiries regarding the application and recruitment process, please contact the People and Culture team on 02 6740 2194 or PeopleandCulture@infogunnedah.com.au