The Shire of Donnybrook Balingup is seeking the services of a highly motivated and suitably qualified Governance Coordinator – Corporate Services

About the Role:

The Governance Coordinator leads and strengthens the Shire’s corporate governance, legislative compliance and integrity frameworks, providing expert advice to Executive Management and ensuring statutory and governance obligations are met in accordance with legislation and best practice. The role supports effective Council and committee decision‑making, oversees key statutory functions, and provides leadership and functional oversight of the Governance Officer and Corporate Information Officer.

Conditions of employment will be in accordance with Level 8 of the Local Government Industry Award 2010. A competitive salary will be negotiated depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits include a 9‑day fortnight, free gym and pool access at the Shire Recreation Centre, a confidential Employee Assistance Program, and ongoing learning and development opportunities

About You - have you got the following?

The Shire is seeking a high performing candidate, with proven experience in a similar role. Experience in local government and knowledge of Acts, legislation, audits etc would be highly regarded.

• Significant experience in governance, compliance or a related specialist function, preferably within a local government or similarly regulated public sector environment. 
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the Local Government Act 1995 (WA) and subsidiary legislation, with the ability to interpret requirements and provide reliable governance and compliance advice to senior management. 
• Proven experience managing or overseeing statutory governance functions, including policies, registers, delegations, audits, submissions or other compliance critical processes. 
• Strong written communication and report writing skills, with demonstrated experience preparing governance related reports, briefings or agenda items for Council, Executive Management or committees. 
• Demonstrated capability to provide functional leadership or oversight, including guiding, mentoring or coordinating specialist staff or professional functions. 

Desirable

• Experience working in a Western Australian local government environment, including familiarity with Council Elections, audits, ARIC or similar governance structures. 
• Experience in integrity and accountability frameworks, such as Public Interest Disclosures, Freedom of Information, gifts and disclosures, or related statutory regimes. 
• Experience supporting audit and assurance processes, including internal or external audits, tracking audit actions or reporting to executive or audit committees. 
• Knowledge or experience in property matters, including leases, licences, disposals 
• Relevant tertiary qualification in governance, public administration, law, compliance, business or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience.

What we offer:

• 9-day fortnight
• Free gym and pool access at the Shire Recreation Centre
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities

A full position description can be found on our website (www.donnybrook-balingup.wa.gov.au). Please direct any enquiries to employment@donnybrook.wa.gov.au

Please ensure you have reviewed the position description and addressed the selection criteria in your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

About us:

The Shire of Donnybrook Balingup is situated in the South-West of Western Australia, 206 km south of Perth and 36 km south-east of Bunbury. Surrounded by stunning forests, winding rivers, rolling hills, vineyards and lush orchards, Donnybrook-Balingup is a great place for residents and visitors alike.

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The Shire reserves the right to revoke this position vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable applicant be identified earlier.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.