Governance Officer

Bega Valley Shire Council; Bega; Hybrid; AUD 160,000 - 184,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent part-time

Pro-rata salary

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Bega Valley Shire Council is seeking a Governance Officer to support the delivery of its governance function. The role focuses on administering GIPA and PPIPA information access processes, providing governance advice, and maintaining registers and policies.

You will assist with applications, ensure legislative compliance, and help improve governance systems. Certificate IV in Business Admin or related field required; 21 hours per week with pro-rata remuneration.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Business Administration or a related field.
• Experience interpreting legislation and applying it
• High level competence in Microsoft applications and EDRMS
• Experience responding to information requests from third parties.

Responsibilities

• Support governance function and statutory compliance.
• Assist with GIPA and PPIPA applications and procedures.
• Maintain governance registers and policy administration.
• Provide guidance to staff on information access requirements.

Skills

Governance knowledge

GIPA/PPIPA experience

MS Office proficiency

Content management

Attention to detail

Third-party requests

Education

Certificate IV in Business Administration

Tools

HPE Content Manager

TRIM

Job description

A career with Bega Valley Shire Council offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful and diverse work that supports the vibrant communities of the south‑east corner of NSW. Nestled between rolling hills and some of the state’s most stunning beaches, this region is home to a variety of people who enjoy both rural and coastal living.

As an AR Bluett Award winning Council, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, whose efforts make our success possible.

With a workforce of over 350, we provide essential services to our communities, including libraries, customer service, finance, children’s services, engineering, project management, road maintenance, water management, environment, parks, gardens, and town centres.

We offer a range of employment benefits to support our staff, which may include:

• Rostered days off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Salary packaging

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a highly organised and detail-oriented individual to support the effective delivery of Council's governance function, with a key focus on administering and coordinating requests for information under the Government Information (Public Access) Act (GIPA Act) and Privacy legislation. The role provides governance advice, supports statutory compliance, and contributes to the administration of policies, registers and reporting requirements.

As a Governance Officer, you will assist with GIPA and PPIPA applications, processes and procedures across the organisation, including drafting notices of decision and providing advice and support to staff regarding information access requests. You will also maintain governance registers and legislative compliance requirements, support the administration of Council policies and procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement of governance systems and processes.

About You

We are seeking an individual who holds a Certificate IV in Business Administration or a related field.

You Will Have The Following Skills And Experience

• Experience, understanding and the ability to interpret legislation.
• High level of competence in the use of Microsoft applications and administration of an Electronic Document and Record Management System (i.e. HPE Content Manager or TRIM)
• Demonstrated strong administrative skills, with a focus on quality assurance and exceptional attention to detail.
• Demonstrated experience in responding to requests for information from third parties.

Benefits

This is a permanent, part-time position working 21 hours per week. The total remuneration package for this position commences at $95,251.52 gross per annum (paid pro-rata) comprising of:

• $1,635.50 per week base salary (paid pro-rata)
• $196.26 per week superannuation (calculated at 12% and paid pro-rata)

Additional Benefits For This Position Include

• Annual Award salary increases and performance reviews
• Salary packaging program (SmartSalary)
• Wellbeing Initiatives - Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program, Telus Health App, social club, health monitoring and annual flu vaccinations.

For further information on this position, please contact Rickee Marshall - Manager | Corporate Services on 02 6499 2277 or 0438 224 882.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and address the advertised selection criteria demonstrating their suitability for the role. This position requires applicants to be suitably immunised in line with recommendations from the Australian Immunisation Handbook, mandated Public Health Orders and/or Councils Immunisation Procedure.