Governance & Risk Officer

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Demonstrated experience in a comparable role for at least 2 years, that will enable the cross transfer of skills to Local Government
• Relevant experience with Audit Risk and Improvement Committees and the Internal Audit function
• The ability to work independently to implement governance and risk strategies
• Demonstrated ability to develop Governance and Risk Frameworks and experience in developing risk management strategies at the operational level
• Substantial knowledge and ability to interpret and apply legislation including knowledge of the NSW Local Government Act and associated regulations
• The ability to maintain integrity and confidentiality in a politically sensitive environment
• Highly developed organisational and time management skills to meet legislative and organisational timeframes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report, policy and procedure writing
• A current Class C Driver Licence
• A high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also demonstrating initiative and self-motivation.

Council is committed to delivering high-quality services to our community. We are seeking a candidate who shares our values, demonstrates a strong work ethic, and is committed to supporting Council's goals and objectives.

Employee Benefits

• 76-hour fortnight with a Rostered Day Off (9-day fortnight) 
• 2 weeks sick leave per year 
• 1 week of MyLeave 
• Employer superannuation contribution of 12%
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Workplace flexibility (reduced hours)

To learn more about the role, please download and review the Position Description.