Published on Thursday, 21 May **** at 10:27:17 AM
GOVERNANCE SUPPORT OFFICER
The Shire of Gnowangerup is seeking a diligent and detail-orientedGovernance Support Officerto join our Administration team.
This analytical role is responsible for providing administrative and governance support to the Shire Council, and involves the preparation of agendas and minutes, coordination of Council events and preparation for Council meetings.
This is an exciting opportunity to start your career in local government, and the position is suitable for an individual who is confident in undertaking administration and governance tasks.
Attention to detail is key, as is a willingness to contribute to the success of the organisation and take on recent challenges.
About the Role
You will be responsible for:
Ensuring an effective system is in place to monitor and assess action items and outcomes from Council and internal meetings.
Preparing agendas and minutes for Council and Committee meetings.
Preparing agendas for MANEX (Managers and Executives Meeting).
Maintaining statutory registers, delegations register and minutes register.
Coordinating the preparation, design, and publication of the Shire's Annual Report, including content development, stakeholder liaison, compliance with statutory requirements,



and final production.
Providing support for governance processes associated with property disposals and other statutory obligations.
Other duties as directed by the CEO and Senior Executive Assistant and Governance Officer
What We Offer
Competitive salary and allowances (based on experience)
Supportive and community‐focused workplace
Opportunities for training and professional development
Work‐life balance in a friendly rural community
Job security within local government
How to Apply
Applicants should submit:
A cover letter outlining your suitability
A current resume
The position will be advertised until the role is filled.
Applications can be emailed to ******.
For further information, please contact Ciara Wise on *********.
Employees may be required to undertake a medical examination prior to commencement of employment.
A purchase order will be issued ahead of such medical examination.
All employees are required to provide a police clearance that is no older than three months.
The cost of obtaining a police clearance will be reimbursed by the Shire upon provision of receipt.
David Nicholson
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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