Governance and Strategy Team Leader

Job No: BRC551
Location: Bathurst

About the role

Council is on the lookout for a full-time Governance and Strategy Team Leader to join our governance team. Council is committed to continually increasing our internal capability and this is a great opportunity for someone with experience in governance to join our team.

In this role, you’ll be in charge of rolling out and reviewing our governance and risk management policies. You’ll also help create a positive risk management culture across the organisation, and play a key part in shaping our business planning and implementing internal audit recommendations.

As a vital member of our team, you'll work closely with the Manager of Corporate Governance to help ensure Council meets our complex legislative responsibilities. Your expertise will enhance our understanding of good governance and guide us in maintaining compliance and high standards.

To thrive in this role, you should be a self-starter who’s comfortable working independently. Attention to detail is crucial, as is your ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines while communicating effectively.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement governance frameworks and policies related to risk, compliance, probity, and audit
  • Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and quality governance
  • Identify, analyse, and respond to risks affecting our sector
  • Ensure Council complies with relevant legislation through efficient regulation
  • Support ongoing improvements in our internal and external audit processes
  • Assist in the creation of our corporate strategies, business planning, and annual reports

Key Requirements

  • A degree or equivalent experience in governance or a related field, with at least 4 years of relevant experience
  • Experience managing teams effectively to achieve goals
  • Strong understanding of statutory requirements and public sector policies around risk management, audit, and governance
  • Proven skills in reviewing and implementing processes that meet regulatory standards and best practices
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for engaging with a diverse range of people
  • Ability to work with minimal direction to enhance processes and achieve high-quality results, while managing your own priorities and deadlines
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a keen eye for detail
  • Understanding of confidentiality and privacy matters, with the ability to obtain a satisfactory National Police Clearance Certificate
  • A valid NSW Class C driver’s license

What we can offer

  • Work/Life Balance 
  • Rostered day off every third week
  • Generous leave entitlements 
  • Corporate gym membership
  • Employee education assistance
  • Access to training and professional development opportunities
  • Access to confidential employee assistance program

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This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug and alcohol screen.

Salary: $1,826.10 - $2,015.58 + superannuation 

Position Status: Permanent Full-time

Hours of work: 35 hours per week with an RDO every third week

Application closing date: Sunday, 3 November 2024, at 11.30pm

Contact Officer: Nicholas Murphy, Manager Corporate Governance - 02 6333 6209

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. 

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.

How to Apply

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. You will then be prompted to attach your resume and copies of any relevant qualifications (please note, attaching a resume is mandatory). You must have the right to live and work in Australia for the duration of this position to apply for this job. 

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About Bathurst Regional Council

Congratulations on taking the first step toward joining one of the Bathurst Region’s largest employers! Bathurst Regional Council employs over 400 staff in a diverse range of careers and provides a large range of services to our community. Working for Council is a stimulating and rewarding career option, providing the opportunity to be part of a team contributing to shaping the success and future of our Region.

Bathurst really is the best of both worlds – a beautiful country lifestyle just two and a half hours from Sydney. Bathurst is Australia’s oldest inland settlement located just over 200 kilometres west of Sydney on the Macquarie River. The region is conveniently located with effective transport links to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra and there is no shortage of things to see and do if you want to explore or take a lazy Sunday drive.