Governance Officer

Synopsis

Collaborative team environment
Permanent Full Time Opportunity
$++,022 - $111,457 (based on experience) + 11.5% Superannuation

We are the City of Melbourne, a city of possibility and place to be bold and inspirational.

We are rapidly transforming to meet the evolving challenges faced by a global city. With a vision of being a leading organisation for a leading capital city, our mission is to create positive impact for our community. Each day, we work with passion and purpose so that together we achieve incredible things.

How this position will Make the Difference to #teammelbourne

Reporting to the Manager Council Business, the Governance Officer supports Council and the Administration to enable them to carry out their democratic responsibilities and functions in an open, accountable and proactive way. The Governance Officer provides specialist administrative support and advice in relation to the Council and Committee meeting process and other governance related matters.

We are looking for someone who is professional, hardworking and action oriented - if this sounds like you then please read on!

What You Will Bring

Ability to demonstrate and display City of Melbourne Values - accountability, integrity, courage, respect for self and others, and striving for excellence. This includes commitment to excellent customer service, and proven discretion when dealing with sensitive and/or confidential information.
Tertiary qualification/s in business, legal studies or governance and/or demonstrated knowledge/experience in a Governance/compliance role.
Good working knowledge of the Local Government Act 1+8+ and 2020.
Demonstrated experience in administrative work with high attention to detail, specifically: excellent word processing, preparation of agendas, and taking of accurate minutes.
Well-developed organisational and time management skills and the ability to work with changing priorities in a high pressure/high volume area.
Demonstrated strong research and analytical skills.
Excellent interpresonal skills and ability to develop effective working relationships with a wide range of people, including the ability to work unsupervised.

What We Can Offer You At City Of Melbourne

Attractive Remuneration & Benefits: Excellent pay package with a range of exciting beneftis. Flexible working, salary packaging, excellent leave entitlements; including 20 Weeks paid parental leave, study assistance & great corporate discounts through our CoM Unity Employee Benefits program.
Permanent Full Time Opportunity: Permanent full-time opportunity based in our iconic Melbourne Town Hall.
Work-Life Balance and Hybrid Working: At the City of Melbourne, we champion work-life balance; manage your own schedule, work from home, and explore alternative work arrangements, including ADO options.
Vibrant and Ambitious Team: A collaborative team of passionate people who are dedicated to shaping the future of Melbourne for visitors and residents alike.

How To Apply

As part of the online application form you are required to:

Attach your resume.
Attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing 'why we should consider you for this position'.

Applications will be accepted up until 11:45pm Wednesday 4 September 2024.

Please address your covering letter to Elizabeth Manou, Manager Council Business.

For futher information about this opportunity please contact: Talent Acquisition: quetta.serradura@melbourne.vic.gov.au

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City of Melbourne is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people regardless of their gender identity and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, ****** orientation, disability, and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community.

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