Governance Officer
Job No:
75934
Location:
Katherine, NT
- See more of the NT than most ever will, with the opportunity to travel throughout the Victoria Daly Shire!
- Leadership position where you can make a real difference!
- Competitive salary circa $70,857.46 + super!
- Relocation assistance available for you to relocate to this picturesque area of Australia!
About the Organisation
The Victoria Daly Regional Council was formed as part of the Local Government reforms in the Northern Territory. The Council encompasses a large geographical area, which comprises of five indigenous communities and surrounding outstations (cattle stations). Council Service Centre’s are located in Kalkaringi, Yarralin, Timber Creek, Pine Creek and Nauiyu. The Council’s aim is to strengthen its communities with local people delivering regional service to their own communities with the skills and knowledge of their own culture, community and people. Victoria Daly Regional Council is currently recruiting people who share their vision to help develop the organisation.
About the Katherine region
Katherine, with a population of over 9,200, is situated 300 km southeast of Darwin in the "Top End", the third largest community in the Northern Territory. The Region offers an abundance of experiences, boasting many natural attractions while providing a diverse outdoor and outback lifestyle for its residents.
This region is a naturally stunning part of the Top End, attracting tourists from around the world. National Parks throughout the region feature many activities such as camping, swimming, fishing (lures only), sightseeing, canoeing, boat cruises and bush walk trails.
In addition to its unique natural beauty, the region offers a variety of services including churches, schools, sporting clubs, parks and shopping convenience. The close-knit lifestyle in this community means new residents feel welcomed in calling the region home.
About the Opportunity
Victoria Daly Regional Council has a unique opportunity for a full time Governance Officer to join its established team in Katherine, NT.
Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, this role will see you responsible for overseeing the establishment and ongoing implementation of good governance structures and processes throughout the Victoria Daly Regional Council and coordinating special projects.
Some of your key responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to):
- Ensuring Councillors hear the community voice through improved liaison and reporting processes;
- Coordinating the logistics of convening Council, Finance Committee, Audit Committee and Community Grants Committee meetings;
- Coordinating the preparation of Agenda papers for Council and Committee meetings;
- Building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
- Managing the records and minutes of Council and Committee meetings; and
- Supporting the Manager Governance and Corporate Planning to implement and maintain governance policies, procedures and reviews.
To be considered for this role, you'll have experience providing high level administrative support including coordinating logistical arrangements for community based meetings as well as preparing meeting agenda papers, minutes and other related documents. You will hold tertiary qualificaitons in a relevant field, such as Business, Community Development or Governance.
Victoria Daly Regional Council is looking for candidates with outstanding word-processing and computer applications skills along with the ability to liaise with stakeholders and the public. Importantly, you'll have well developed written communication skills and be able to undertake research as well as compose high-quality correspondence and reports. In addition, you will have strong time management skills including the ability to prioritise your workload.
An understanding of Aboriginal culture and issues facing Aboriginal people in the Northern Territory is also required.
You'll also need to hold a current 'C' class manual driver's licence valid in the Northern Territory, as well as undergo a Criminal History Check.
While not essential, candidates with experience working in Indigenous communities and/or a cross-cultural environment will be highly regarded. Similarly, those with an understanding of the Local Government Act or those with knowledge of Local Government policies and strategies as they related to governance and corporate planning will also be viewed favourably.
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About the Benefits
You will work in a welcoming, supportive and close-knit environment. The organisation truly values its employees, and actively encourages training and further study.
The Governance Officer will be rewarded with a competitive salary circa $70,857.46 + super! You will also be eligible to receive relocation assistance of up to $5,000!
Victoria Daly Regional Council offers a family friendly workplace, with fantastic working conditions and benefits, including:
- 38hr working week (Mon-Fri, generally 8am-4.30pm);
- 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading;
- 10 days personal leave;
- Laptop and phone; and
- Ongoing professional training.
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