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Governance Officer
City of Parramatta Council —Parramatta NSW
- $117,540.29 - $129,411.13 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- No degree
- Recruiting
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Research Governance Officer
Western Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $118,821 - $140,201 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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Communications Officer
NSW Department of Communities and Justice —Sydney NSW
- $116,981 - $129,492 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Communication skills
- Editing
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
5d
Governance Officer
Australian Payments Plus —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Financial services
Quick Apply
Corporate Secretarial Support Officer - Entity Compliance and Governance
EY —Sydney NSW
- Management
- Recruiting
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
5d
Communications Officer
NSW Trustee and Guardian —Sydney NSW
- $116,981 - $129,492 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Communication skills
- Editing
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
4d
Accreditation Assurance Officer
Transport For NSW —Petersham NSW
- $108,374 - $119,210 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Time management
4d
Compliance Officer
NSW Police Force —Surry Hills NSW
- $102,936 - $113,579 a year
- Full-time
5d
Senior Program & Governance Officer
Transport For NSW —Mascot NSW
- $121,175 - $135,716 a year
- Full-time
- No degree
- Communication skills
11d
Lead Program Officer/Executive Officer, Basic Training, Australia
The Royal Australasian College of Physicians —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- Microsoft Office
- SharePoint
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
10d
Engagement Officer
Sutherland Shire Council —Sutherland Shire NSW
- $85,907 - $91,059 a year
- Part-time
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
10d
Services and Program Officer
NSW Department of Communities and Justice —Leichhardt NSW
- $102,936 - $113,579 a year
- Call employer
- No degree
- Employee assistance program
AML & Compliance Officer, Australia & Asia (Sydney based)
Alvarez and Marsal —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Communication skills
2d
Compliance Officer
Verifone —Sydney NSW
- Bachelor's degree
- Financial services
- Communication skills
Quick Apply
Assistant Project Officer
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water —Sydney Western Suburbs NSW
- $97,256 - $108,166 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Administrative experience
- Organisational skills
7d
Senior Project Governance Officer
Transport For NSW —Macquarie Park NSW
- $137,551 - $154,055 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
Executive Support and Coordination Officer
Department of Customer Service —Sydney NSW
- $116,981 - $129,492 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance program
6d
P2P Processing Officer - BSC
Downer Group —North Ryde NSW
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Organisational skills
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Admin Officer Cyber Threat Intelligence
NSW Department of Communities and Justice —Parramatta NSW
- $87,199 - $95,482 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
12d
Senior Project Officer
NSW Department of Communities and Justice —Parramatta NSW
- $133,348 - $146,945 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
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Governance Officer

City of Parramatta Council -
Parramatta NSW

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Job Details

Full-time
$117,540.29 - $129,411.13 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Insurance services

Qualifications

Management
Recruiting
Business
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full Job Description

At a Glance

Work type: 35 hours per week, Hybrid Working Arrangements
Salary : $117,540.29 to $129,411.13 plus 12% superannuation
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Closing date: 9pm, Tuesday 25 August 2026

The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation. With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and new investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey. Parramatta 2050 gives us a clear picture of where we’re heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone. Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.

About the role

This position is responsible for the management of Council’s delegations, registers and legislative compliance obligations, the public access to Council information in accordance with the Governance Information (Public Access) Act and privacy legislation, Council Policy framework and preparation, and the delivery of major governance related projects.

In this role you will:

Review and maintain governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and best practice.
Deliver organisation-wide training on governance, policies, and legislative requirements.
Manage Council’s legislative compliance obligations, delegations, and governance registers.
Provide expert advice on governance, including GIPA, privacy, and access to information matters.

What’s on offer

We are offering a permanent full-time opportunity with an attractive remuneration from $117,540.29 to $129, 411.13 plus 12% superannuation.

Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes:

Flexibility: Hybrid working conditions, flexi‑time scheme, additional leave over the Christmas period
Leave: 14 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave, Long service leave after 5 years
Wellbeing: Employee led networks (ERGs), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
Location & Convenience: Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing available
Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, free LinkedIn Learning

About you

The successful candidate is someone who has:

Contemporary knowledge and skills in legislative information access provisions including Local and State Government, GIPA and Privacy.
Highly developed oral and written communication, interpersonal, presentation and negotiation skills, and experience in working with clients, management and staff at all levels.
Highly developed ability to manage confidential and sensitive issues, utilising discretion, tact and diplomacy.
Ability to interpret and determine legislative impacts in relation to corporate governance responsibilities.
Experience in preparing reports, policies and correspondence in a local government context

To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including:
Qualifications/Licences:

Degree qualifications in business, policy, local government discipline or demonstrated equivalent experience.

Want to know more?

Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work.

Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description .

For a confidential discussion, please contact Patricia Clive via [email protected]

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Tuesday 25 August 2026 Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted.

Please upload:

Current resume and cover letter addressing the Position Description .

Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo the below pre-employment compliance checks:

Criminal history check : A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.

The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol ‑ free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.

How we work: Inclusion & Belonging
At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We’re building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment – contact [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

Eligibility:
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.

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