Are you an experienced professional seeking a challenging role that aligns with your passion for governance and risk management? Look no further. Our council is seeking a skilled Manager to lead our governance and risk functions.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading our governance and risk frameworks, including Enterprise Risk Management, Business Continuity, and Disaster Recovery Plans. This will involve managing and chairing the Audit, Risk & Improvement Committee (ARIC), representing and advocating for the Council's interests, and ensuring high standards of governance and compliance.
* Leading governance and risk frameworks, including Enterprise Risk Management, Business Continuity, and Disaster Recovery Plans.
* Managing and chairing the Audit, Risk & Improvement Committee (ARIC), representing and advocating for Council's interests, and ensuring high standards of governance and compliance.
* Overseeing statutory compliance, corporate registers, and integrated planning/reporting obligations.
* Managing the Council's insurance portfolio and high-level claims.
* Acting as the Public Officer and managing Freedom of Information (GIPA) and Privacy matters.
* Providing high-quality governance advice to the Executive, Managers, and Councillors.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you will require:
* Tertiary qualifications in governance, law, policy, risk management, or business (or be actively working towards completion).
* Demonstrated experience in governance, legal, or administrative roles involving risk management practices.
* A sound understanding of relevant legislation and the ability to interpret and apply statutory requirements with accuracy and confidence.
* Experience working in Local Government sector or other government body, post-graduate qualifications in a relevant discipline, demonstrated skills in mentoring and developing staff, high-level written and verbal communication skills, and proven ability to exercise initiative, sound judgement, discretion, and confidentiality are highly valued.
What We Offer:
In return for your expertise, we offer:
* A competitive salary of $118,000 – $131,000 p.a.
* 12% Superannuation
* An array of benefits, including relocation assistance up to $5,000, flexible work arrangements, private use vehicle leaseback through Council, rostered day-off | 9-day fortnight, generous leave provisions under the NSW Local Government State Award, regular wellbeing initiatives and information, access to Employee Assistance Program services, fitness passport membership, annual health checks and flu vaccinations, ongoing learning and professional development opportunities, voluntary corporate uniform and active social club.