Governance Support Officer

Cottesloe; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Beautiful coastal environment

Discounted private health insurance

Annual leave loading

Paid Christmas Shutdown

Job summary

The Town of Cottesloe is seeking two Governance Support Officers to join our team, working three days per week. You will support Council and Committee administration, delivering high-quality governance reports and assisting decision-making in line with WA Local Government frameworks.

The role offers a coastal working environment near Cottesloe Beach, with benefits including discounted health insurance, annual leave loading and a Christmas shutdown.

Qualifications

• Experience in a business support or senior administrative role.
• Ability to think critically and analyse data.
• Knowledge of governance practices and reporting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support Council and Committee administration and reporting.
• Assist with decision implementation and governance advice.
• Maintain corporate registers, leases and licences, and related governance records.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across governance practices.

Skills

Critical thinking

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Research skills

Clear communication

Stakeholder relations

Job description

At the Town of Cottesloe, we are proud to look after one of Western Australia's most iconic coastal communities. From our beaches and parks to our vibrant local spaces, we are committed to creating a welcoming, safe and well-maintained environment for residents, businesses and visitors alike.

About the Role:

We are seeking two Governance Support Officers to work with us 3 days/week.

This role will make a significant impact across the organisation by supporting strong, transparent and effective governance, working closely with the Manager Governance to deliver high-quality Council and Committee administration and support informed decision-making in line with the WA Local Government Framework.

This role will also give you the opportunity to build your governance expertise across a broad and interesting portfolio, including supporting with Council and Committee reporting, implementation of decisions, governance advice, corporate registers, leases and licences, and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen the Town’s governance practices.

Please refer to the attached Position Description for more information about the role.

• Beautiful coastal working environment within walking distance of Cottesloe Beach.
• Access to discounted private health insurance.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to the sustainable development and growth of the local community.
• Annual Leave Loading.
• Paid Christmas Shutdown.
• Demonstrated capability and experience in a business support or senior administrative role.
• Ability to think critically, analyse data and anticipate relevant content to ensure decision makers are fully informed. High levels of attention to detail.
• Ability to research, organise and solve problems so the organisation follows all laws and policies.
• Use clear communication that anticipates future needs and plans ahead.
• Staying calm, thinking clearly and managing priorities effectively in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to build and maintain effective and respectful working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, discretion and commitment to ongoing self improvement.

Your information will be kept private, secure and confidential.

Applications will close5October 2026 at 4pm.

Please contact: Kate Jones, Manager Governance, on 9285 5000 if you have any questions. For other assistance, please contact Matthew Bennett at [e-mail].

The Town of Cottesloe is an Equal Opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion within all practices. Applications for this position are encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders.

Canvassing of elected members will disqualify applications.