Governance Officer: Working Groups & Committees

Katherine Town Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Katherine Town Council is seeking a Governance Officer – Working Group to join our Governance team. The role focuses on coordinating meetings, governance processes and ensuring transparent, compliant practices while engaging with the Katherine community.

Reporting to the Manager Governance and Risk, you will manage agendas, minutes and action tracking, support policy development, and monitor legislative obligations across council activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in a similar or related role.
• Ability to prepare minutes, agendas and governance documentation.
• Strong understanding of governance processes and compliance.
• Knowledge of legislation, regulations and By-Laws.
• Experience in Local Government preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate working group and committee meetings, including agendas, reports, minutes and action tracking.
• Support stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Assist with strategic projects and reporting.
• Develop, review and maintain governance documentation and policies.
• Monitor compliance with legislation and By-Laws.
• Assist internal audit and risk management activities.
• Maintain governance registers and record keeping.
• Ensure decisions are documented and communicated to stakeholders.
• Support governance training and workshops.

Education

Diploma-level governance or business

Tools

EDRMS

Job description

Katherine Town Council is seeking a Governance Officer – Working Group to join our Governance team. The role focuses on coordinating meetings, governance processes and ensuring transparent, compliant practices while engaging with the Katherine community.

Reporting to the Manager Governance and Risk, you will manage agendas, minutes and action tracking, support policy development, and monitor legislative obligations across council activities.