Governance Officer

Mitchell Shire Council; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking a Governance Officer to provide administrative support, ensuring the efficient operation of the Governance service including Councillor support and coordination of Citizenship Ceremonies. This temporary role offers a salary range from $76,000 to $87,000 plus superannuation. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator able to build relationships across stakeholders and thrive in a team environment. Applications are due by 5 pm on November 3, 2025.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Must be self-driven and able to work under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for the Governance service.
• Coordinate Citizenship Ceremonies throughout the year.
• Assist in the formal Council meeting process.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Networking

Job description

Governance Officer (Parental leave Cover)

Mitchell Shire Council has embarked on Victoria’s last great story of growth. Located just 40 minutes from Melbourne where the city meets the country, we are renowned for our scenic beauty, rich in both history and heritage. We’re home to a mix of beautiful natural landscapes, townships, and emerging communities in some of Australia’s fastest‑growing suburbs.

Come join a Local Government Organisation offering a fantastic opportunity for community growth for the right applicant. This is your opportunity to join a supportive organisation in an area with rapid population growth. Mitchell Shire is home to 64,175 residents and is forecast to grow to 221,636 by 2046.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Governance Officer you will provide administrative support to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the Governance service including the formal Council meeting process and direct Councillor support. You will also be responsible for coordinating Citizenship Ceremonies that are held throughout the year, with out‑of‑business‑hours attendance required.

This role is temporary parental leave cover (full‑time) with a Monthly ADO. Remuneration begins at $76.4K – $87.1K (Band 5) plus superannuation.

About You

We’re looking for someone who can build strong working relationships and gain cooperation from a wide range of stakeholders both internal and external. The ideal candidate will have a sharp awareness of deadlines and accountability and be an excellent communicator, confident in both written and verbal formats. They should thrive in a team environment while also being self‑driven and professional. Attention to detail is key, as is the ability to take initiative and maintain integrity in all aspects of their work. We’re also seeking someone who can effectively liaise with counterparts across organisations to network and collaboratively solve problems.

For further information about this role please contact El McComish, Senior Governance Officer.

All applications must address the Key Selection Criteria in the position description. For information on how to apply please visit our Careers page.

Child Safety

Mitchell Shire Council is a Child Safe Organisation. The successful applicant will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Application Deadline

Applications close at 5 pm Monday 3 November 2025.

Key Skills

• CCTV
• Federal Agencies
• Customer Service
• Clearance
• Facility
• Suspicious Activity
• Property Damage
• Public Safety
• Daily Operations
• Professional Development
• Access Control
• Communication
• General Public
• Procedures
• PowerPoint

Employment Type

Temporary

Experience

Unspecified seniority

Vacancy

1 position

Monthly Salary

$76,000 – $87,000