Governance And Compliance Officer

Governance and Compliance Officer

Full Time Fixed Term Position (until late November 2024)

Location: Morwell, Victoria

Band 5 Salary: $76,171.43 - $87,565.78 plus 11% superannuation

Department: Governance

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The Role

We are looking for a highly motivated and professional administrator to join our Governance team at Latrobe City Council. As Governance and Compliance Officer, you will provide support for a number of Governance functions; from preparing agendas and minutes for Council meetings and committees of council to maintaining accurate public information via Council’s website.

In this role, you will:

• Provide comprehensive secretariat support for Council Meetings, Briefings and the Latrobe City Trust secretariat.
• Support a range of projects and activities across the Governance Team including the 2024 Council Election and Councillor induction, advice on Governance-owned policies, Officer Authorisations, and insurance claims.
• Provide advice about and maintain public records of compliance with legislation, policy and procedures.
•  Attend meetings, prepare and distribute agendas and minutes, assist with reporting and other required documentation as well as book venues and logistics.

You will need:

• Relevant Degree or diploma with transferable knowledge and/or skills for a Governance and Compliance environment, or relevant experience.
• Proven experience in a role or industry that ensures transition of skills and experience to a Local Government compliance role.
• Proven effective time management skills, including prioritising tasks and delivering agreed actions
• Attention to detail and a focus on producing high quality, accurate reports and documents.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service, including strong communication skills and a positive approach to finding joint solutions.
• Proven ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with a positive approach to change.

To apply

Please apply via the Latrobe City Council websitewww.latrobe.vic.gov.au/careers  

Applications must include a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the Position Description.

Applications are open until 11.59pm Sunday 16 June 2024.

Contact Zoe Speck, Manager Governance on 0428 851 *** for a confidential discussion.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Latrobe City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion, where individual uniqueness is embraced. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.

At Latrobe City Council we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. Council's Indigenous Employment Program is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted at ***************@latrobe.vic.gov.au or by calling 1300 367 700.

We at Latrobe City Council strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Careers team via email at *******@latrobe.vic.gov.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

Latrobe City Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.