Governance Officer (Temporary Position until 30 October 2020)

Reference Number: 12958
Salary Range: $65,245.44 - $76,644.04 pro-rata per annum
Location: 119 - 145 Spence Street, Cairns
Close Date:  Sunday, 8 September 2019

Cairns Regional Council is an innovative employer that listens, respects and values your contribution.  We are proud of our community and the key role you can play in making the Cairns region a great place to live, work and learn.  Our commitment to high quality services means that we need talented, committed people – we need you!  Move to a better position now and enjoy the lifestyle and benefits that come with it. We are now seeking highly analytical and experienced Governance Officer to join our team now! 

Reporting to the Team Leader - Governance, the key duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Assist the Team Leader Governance in investigations relating to complaints or reviews which are the responsibility of the Governance Unit.
• Contribute to the coordination, design, production and review of corporate planning documents.
• Act as a point of contact for advice and support on governance related matters for the organisation.
• Assist in the delivery of Voice of the Customer schedule by undertaking market research / customer surveys.
• Assist in the delivery and review of council’s customer responsiveness program (including but not limited to PhoneFox) as required.
• Liaise with Service Quality Officer in relation to the resolution and completion of centralised complaints.
• Assist with the preparation of agendas, including drafting reports for the Audit, Governance and Ordinary council meetings.
• Monitor, manage and track a number of schedules and lists to manage documentation and recommendations relating to audits and governance documents.
• Assist as required with Council’s enterprise wide risk management strategies including the review of the corporate risk management register.
• Assist with the completion of Council’s corporate performance returns and reports.
• Assist with the renewal process of Council’s asset, public liability and associated insurance policies. 

To be successful in this role you will require:

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications relevant to position and/or demonstrated experience in a similar role.
• Proven ability to undertake tasks and duties in a logical and objective manner.
• Well-developed reporting and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated experience in the provision of quality service to internal and external customers
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and build relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to sustain self and others through change processes in an environment of continuous improvement 

We offer the following benefits: 

• 9 Day Fortnight
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
• Up to 12% contribution to superannuation
• Annual leave loading
• Subsidised uniform allowance
• Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym / swimming pool)
• On-going opportunities for learning and professional development 

For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities and full Selection Criteria you must go to our website: https://cairnsqld.mercury.com.au

How to Apply:

Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:

• Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
• Copy of your Resume.

Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.

Pre-Employment Assessment: 

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following pre‑employment assessments / checks:-  

• Pre‑employment medical, which will include a functional capacity assessment and drug and alcohol test.
• National police / criminal history check.
• Practical Assessment
• Numeracy and Literacy Assessment
• Computer Skills Assessment
• Qualification / Licence Verification
• Working with Children & Young People (Blue Card) Verification
• Right to Work in Australia Check
• Directorship Check

Employment Eligibility:

To be eligible to apply for a position at Cairns Regional Council, you must fulfil one of the following criteria:-

• Permanent resident of Australia
• Australian Citizen
• New Zealand Citizen
• Entitlement to work visa