Governance Officer – Immediate Start (3-Month Contract + Extension Likely)
Location: South East NSW | Team: Property & Governance
Join a supportive organisation and play a key role in strengthening governance, compliance and information access processes. Immediate start available.
About the Role
You will support the effective operation of Council's governance function, including:
Information Access (GIPA & PPIPA)
* Coordinate GIPA/PPIPA applications and processes
* Draft Notices of Decision
* Advise staff on responding to information requests
* Assist with coordination of subpoenas
Governance Support
* Maintain and update policies, procedures and review schedules
* Maintain and update delegations
* Manage key governance registers:
* Secondary Employment
* Disclosures of Interest
* Gifts & Benefits
* Donations
* Administer Councillor & Designated Persons Disclosure Returns
* Support privacy investigations and breach notifications
* Assist with annual governance and compliance reporting
About You
* Experience in governance, information access or compliance (local government desirable)
* Strong understanding of GIPA/PPIPA
* Excellent written communication and attention to detail
* Organised, proactive and comfortable handling sensitive information
What's on Offer
* Immediate start
* 3-month contract with strong chance of extension
* Supportive team environment
* Meaningful work in a great South East NSW location
Apply Now - with your resume and a short cover letter outlining your governance experience.
For a confidential conversation about the role call Samantha Sturiale