Band 6 - $99,846 - $108,835 per annum, pro rata (22.8hours per week), (plus super)
Temporary Part Time from December 2026 untilOctober 2028 (2 years, 4 months)
About Us
Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, GreaterDandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population ofover 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's secondlargest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes atDandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.
Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturallydiverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 differentbirthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industriesinclude manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade,wholesale trade and transport.
We are a progressive organisation of exceptional characterthat offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellentservice to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We investin the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that isrespectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.
About the role
Anexciting opportunity exists for an experienced governance professional to jointhe Governance, Integrity, Legal and Risk team as a Senior Governance Officer.Reporting to the Governance Coordinator, this position plays a critical role insupporting Council's commitment to transparent, accountable and effectivegovernance practices across the organisation.
AsSenior Governance Officer, you will provide specialist advice and supportacross a broad range of governance functions, with a strong focus on Freedom ofInformation (FOI), Information Privacy, legislative compliance andbest-practice governance. You will manage and determine FOI and privacyrequests, maintain key governance frameworks and statutory registers,contribute to Council meeting and Councillor briefing processes, and supportthe delivery of governance training and continuous improvement initiatives.
Workingclosely with Councillors, executives and stakeholders across the organisation,you will help ensure Council meets its legislative obligations while promotinga culture of good governance, integrity and accountability. This role offersthe opportunity to apply your specialist expertise in a dynamic localgovernment environment and make a meaningful contribution to Council'sstrategic and operational outcomes.
Aboutyou
To be successful in this role,you will be an experienced governance professional with a strong understandingof local government governance frameworks, legislative compliance requirements,and the administration of Freedom of Information and Information Privacyprocesses. You will have demonstrated experience interpreting and applyingrelevant legislation, managing sensitive and confidential matters, andproviding accurate, practical advice to a broad range of stakeholders.
You will possess excellentcommunication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to preparehigh-quality reports, correspondence, agendas and other governancedocumentation. Highly organised and solutions-focused, you will be able tomanage competing priorities, exercise sound judgement and work effectively bothindependently and collaboratively.
Experience in local government ora comparable public sector environment will be highly regarded, particularly inrelation to FOI and privacy administration, governance compliance, Councilmeeting processes and policy development. Most importantly, you willdemonstrate professionalism, political awareness, integrity and a genuinecommitment to supporting good governance outcomes for the organisation andcommunity.
Please ensure you address the key selection criteriaoutlined in the position description as part of your application.
You may be required to undertake practical testing,work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacityassessment (physical) or aptitude testing.
The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a nationalpolice check (and where relevant an ‘international criminal history check’),subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people withcriminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position.Each application will be considered on its merits.
Benefits of working with us
Council believes in providing an environment where staffthrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as peopleand professionals.
Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture whichencourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plentyof opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expandingand diverse organisation.
Our benefits include
- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
- Flexible working options supported including hybrid work
- Access to learning & development programs including studyassistance
- Reward & recognition programs
- Access to our support and wellbeing programs
- A vibrant social club
For moreinformation about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us
Council will consider flexible working arrangementsfor all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applicationsfrom everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanderbackground, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people fromculturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age,ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplaceadjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staffmember.
Council is committedto providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting culturalsafety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerancefor child abuse and harm.
If you require any accessor reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, thenplease do let us know by contacting the listed Hiring Manager – your experiencetruly matters to us.
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Senior Governance Officer employer: City-of-Greater-Dandenong
Greater Dandenong City Council is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work environment, prioritising employee growth and development. With a commitment to innovation and work-life balance, staff enjoy competitive salaries, flexible working options, and access to comprehensive learning programs. The council's diverse culture not only enriches the workplace but also enhances community engagement, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
