The City of Ballarat, 100km west of Melbourne’s CBD is one of the largest inland regional cities in the country. Ballarat is uniquely located with easy access to Melbourne, Geelong and Bendigo and is the Western Victorian capital for a region of 250,000 people.
The City of Ballarat has a growing economy that attracts and retains innovative businesses, employs a highly skilled workforce and attracts new residents whilst promoting the city’s unique heritage and vibrant cultural life. It has all the services, retail and entertainment opportunities you'd find in a capital city but with a relaxed country attitude. With affordable housing at a fraction of Melbourne prices and a progressive leadership team, now is a great time to join the City of Ballarat.
Reporting to the Senior Governance Officer, this position partners with and supports business units to deliver good governance. The role’s responsibilities include oversight of City of Ballarat’s governance, Council and Committee meeting agendas and minutes, policy and procedure framework, and supporting the integrity function within City of Ballarat. The position works in a dynamic and varied environment with a collaborative and fun team, as we support good governanceacross the City of Ballarat.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and collaborative individual with well-developed expertise in governance and policy development. You have experience interpreting and applying legislation and policy requirements to provide advice, and are known to support and develop the skills of others around you. You are well-known for your ability to communicate, especially through your writing skills, and partner with stakeholders to gain cooperation and achieve outcomes. You are comfortable managing competing priorities with a positive attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement and good governance.
Completion of a degree or diploma course in governance/policy/law or relevant field with extensive relevant experience. This might also be acquired through lesser formal qualifications and substantial relevant experience, or through substantial relevant experience in the field of governance/policy/law or relevant field.
To apply for this position please click the Apply button and submit your current resume. Applications close 12 noon Monday 25 November 2024.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check.
For further information on this position, please contact Rosie Wright, Coordinator Risk, Governance and Compliance by email at rosiewright@ballarat.vic.gov.au
The City of Ballarat is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing a safe and inclusive working environment that embraces and values child safety, diversity and flexibility. We welcome applications from all walks of life and celebrate the diversity and richness this brings to our workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We support flexible and accessible working arrangements for all and are committed to ensuring that all jobs in our workforce can be performed flexibly. If you're short listed for a role and are looking for flexibility, we encourage you to start the flexible working conversation with the hiring manager to find out what options may be possible for the role you're applying for.
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City of Ballarat,Victoria,Australia
City of Ballarat,Victoria,Australia
