Sutherland Shire Council

Governance Advisor

Join Our Corporate Governance Team!

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance decision-making processes for successful service delivery.
• Utilise your expertise in governance best practices to strengthen the Council's Governance Framework.
• Contribute to a community-centric organisation that values ethical operations and continuous improvement.

About Us

Sutherland Shire Council is committed to providing quality services to our community while ensuring transparency and ethical governance. We believe in fostering a collaborative work environment that encourages growth, innovation, and inclusivity.

About The Role

The Governance Advisor plays a pivotal role in enhancing the Council’s Governance Management functions. Working alongside the Governance Coordinator and the Governance Team, this position is responsible for supporting effective and ethical operations throughout the organisation.

Key responsibilities include supporting stakeholder engagement, improving service delivery outcomes, and ensuring consistent application of the Governance Framework across various departments.

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for a skilled Governance Advisor who is passionate about good governance practices and has a proven track record in advisory roles.

• Tertiary qualifications in governance, business administration, local government, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in governance advisory or business partner roles.
• In-depth knowledge of governance best practices and trends.
• Experience in developing and implementing Governance Frameworks in public sector environments.
• Strong organisational, planning, and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication capabilities.
• Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships at all organisational levels.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 16th March 2025
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the closing date
• Package: $91,120 - $102,059 (full time equivalent) gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
• Hours of work: Permanent Part-Time, Monday - Wednesday (21 hours per week)
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Reach out to Brittany Macky bmacky@ssc.nsw.gov.au Governance Coordinator, for any job specific enquiries.
Alison Wady awady@ssc.nsw.gov.au Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.