About Indigo Shire Council
Indigo Shire Council is located in picturesque North East Victoria, amongst Australia's most significant collection of historic towns, with offices in Beechworth, Yackandandah, Rutherglen and Chiltern, Blend your career with a regional lifestyle by enjoying the Food, Wine, History, natural landscape, sporting and hobbies on offer.
Indigo Shire Council provides a supportive workplace with great opportunities to make positive impacts to our rural community. We provides ongoing professional development opportunities and workplace flexibility.
About the role
Permanent Part-time - 56 hours per fortnight
This is an excellent opportunity to step into a role where you will be part of a small team and get involved in activities that support delivering valued outcomes for the organisation. The Governance Officer provides support for the strategic development, implementation and maintenance of high-quality governance systems across the organisation that supports transparent and effective decision making and operations. You will be responsible for a diverse portfolio including:
- Provide Support to Council's Governance Functions.
- Provide support and coordination for governance matters relating to Council's Committees.
- Administer Council's FOI processes.
- Administer Council's governance processes and systems.
About you
We're looking for a highly organised and professional person with excellent communication skills who enjoys working collaboratively, managing competing priorities and handling sensitive information with discretion. Experience in governance or local government is welcome but not essential—we value transferable skills and a willingness to learn. You will have:
- Strong organisational, administration and time management skills, with excellent written and verbal communication.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn new systems and software.
- A collaborative approach, sound judgement, tact and diplomacy, with the ability to manage confidential information.
- Ability to influence and support a wide range of stakeholders.
Certificate IV in Business (or similar) or relevant administrative experience; knowledge of FOI or local government legislation is an advantage but training can be provided.
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Mandatory Checks and Pre-employment Requirements
- 2 x Reference Checks
- Current Driver's Licence
National Police Check
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Interested?
For further details, refer to the position description attached or contact Annabel Harding - Governance Coordinator for a confidential discussion on 03 5728 8000 .
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To Apply:
Please submit your resume, cover letter and a separate document addressing each of the Key Selection Criteria questions, this can be found on the last page of the Position Description.
Applications close 11pm Sunday, 9th August 2025 - shortlisting may commence before the close date.
Indigo Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email [email protected] .
Why Choose Indigo Shire Council?
Our workplace thrives on flexibility and our work is highly dynamic, allowing you the opportunity to shape your professional journey according to your unique needs and aspirations. We are commitment to our Corporate values of honesty and integrity, respect, and professionalism and teamwork.
We understand the importance of a great work-life balance and we actively support our employees in achieving it. We ensure that your efforts are recognised and your wellbeing is paramount so we offer a large range of benefits to enhance your overall experience as part of our team,
We offer:
- Flexible Working Arrangements – We recognise that flexible working arrangements can assist employees in maintaining a healthy work/life balance. Flexible working arrangements offered to our staff where operationally feasible include; revised starting and finishing times, part time hours, working from home and time in lieu.
- Training, Development and Career Progression Opportunities - We provide training opportunities for career growth through internal and external programs.
- Parental Leave - Permanent full time or part time employees are entitled to generous parental leave provisions including primary, secondary and grandparent leave.
- Social Club Membership - The Social Club creates opportunities for staff to interact with each other. Employees can join the social club and enjoy access to a wide range of social and recreational activities and discounts.
- Employee Assistance Program - A free confidential offsite counselling program is available for employees and their immediate family members (living in the employee's household) to use at any time during or outside work hours.
