MANAGERGOVERNANCE

About Northern Grampians Shire Council

Northern Grampians Shire Council has a diverse employment base, across 14 worksites in the Grampians Region of Victoria. We offer versatile work arrangements, providing access to relevant training and professional development opportunities with a variety of employee benefits. We promote innovation, responsiveness, respectfulness and continuous improvement as our core values. Being a smaller organisation, we can provide you with opportunities to act in leadership roles, transition between teams and participate in a range of collaborative projects with other team members or the wider community. We provide a supportive and flexible environment that values the balance between work and our employees' personal lives.

Why join us?

In addition to the picturesque landscapes at our backdoor, there are many other benefits to working for our innovative and vibrant Northern Grampians Shire Council. These include:

- Great Team Environment :A safe, respectful and supportive environment to enable you to thrive.You will work with like-minded, passionate individuals who love what they do.
- Professional Growth : We nurture talent and provide opportunities to flourish.
- Flexible Work Arrangements : To support your work life balance.
- Salary Packaging Options : Including remote area housing allowances and novated lease vehicles
- Access to Paid Leave : including purchased leave, paid parental leave, gender affirmation leave and to respond to family violence matters
- Employee Assistance Program : Your well-being matters - we've got you covered.
- Biodiversity : Explore our Council region's varied flora and fauna

Job Description

Manager Governance

Are you an experienced governance leader looking for a role where your expertise will shape the future of a progressive rural Council?

Northern Grampians Shire Council is seeking an outstanding Manager Governance to lead a high‑performing multidisciplinary team responsible for governance, risk, records, property management, insurance,



civic support and statutory compliance.

This is a unique opportunity to influence decision‑making at the highest level, work alongside Councillors and Executive Leadership, and drive best‑practice governance across a diverse organisation - all while enjoying genuine workplace flexibility.

Why join us?

At Northern Grampians Shire Council, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the lifestyle and flexibility that matters.

We offer:

Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance

Work remotely from anywhere in Victoria*

Minimum attendance of just 1 days per week in our Stawell office**

A supportive Executive Leadership Team that values innovation and continuous improvement

The opportunity to lead an experienced and diverse team

The chance to make a lasting difference to the communities we serve

*Within travelling distance

*Some additional attendance may be required for Council meetings, community engagement activities or key organisational events.

About the role

Reporting to the Director Corporate Services, you’ll lead a broad and dynamic portfolio that sits at the heart of Council.

You’ll provide strategic leadership across:

- Governance and legislative compliance
- Council and committee meeting governance
- Councillor support and advisory services
- Enterprise risk management
- Freedom of Information and Privacy
- Records and information management
- Insurance and claims management
- Property management
- Cemetery Trust administration
- Civic and executive support





This is a highly influential leadership role where you’ll provide trusted advice to the Executive Leadership Team and Councillors while ensuring Council operates with transparency, integrity and accountability.

About you

We’re looking for a confident, collaborative leader who thrives in complex environments and enjoys building strong relationships.

You’ll bring:

- Significant leadership experience in governance, compliance, risk, local government or a similarly regulated environment
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and developing high‑performing people
- Strong knowledge of governance frameworks, legislation and statutory obligations
- Outstanding communication and relationship management skills
- The ability to provide strategic advice while remaining hands‑on when required
- Experience working in politically sensitive environments and partnering with senior stakeholders
- A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to modernise systems and processes

A qualification in governance, law, business, public administration or a related discipline is desirable; however, we value demonstrated experience and leadership just as highly.

Why this role?

This is more than a governance role.

It’s an opportunity to:

- Influence strategic decision‑making across the organisation.
- Lead services that underpin good governance and public trust.
- Mentor and develop an experienced multidisciplinary team.
- Drive continuous improvement across key corporate functions.
- Help shape the future of one of regional Victoria’s most diverse local government organisations.

If you’re ready to lead with integrity, inspire your team and make a genuine impact, we’d love to hear from you.

If you'd like to know more contact Vaughan Williams, Director Corporate Services at or call .

Applications close 5pm Sunday 9th August 2026

Northern Grampians Shire Council is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace.We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to providing a safe workplace that embraces and values child safety

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📌 Manager Governance (Stawell)
🏢 Northern Grampians Shire Council
📍 Stawell