About the Opportunity

Parkes Shire Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as the Manager of Governance, Risk and Corporate Performance. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for managing the development, implementation, and ongoing review of our corporate governance, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R), and Business Excellence frameworks. Your focus will be on achieving better practice, ensuring legislative compliance, and driving continuous improvement across our organisation.

You will play a key role in maintaining and improving Council’s governance framework, overseeing Councillor services, managing internal audits, and enhancing our fraud and corruption control plans. Your responsibilities will also include leading the development of Council’s ERM framework, supporting strategic and operational planning, and implementing best-practice procurement and contract management frameworks.

Further information on the role accountabilities is contained in the Manager Governance, Risk and Corporate Performance Position Description.

Remuneration and Benefits

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Parkes Shire Council's policies and conditions of employment. 

The role has been evaluated as being within Grade 17 of Council's salary structure, and offers a salary range of $101,000 to $116,000 per annum. Commencing salary to be determined upon the qualifications, skills and experience of the successful candidate. A market allowance may be considered for an exceptional candidate. 

Benefits of working at Council include:

• Choice of a leaseback vehicle or a motor vehicle allowance.
• 35 hour working week and a fortnightly rostered day off (RDO)
• Four weeks Annual Leave per year
• Access to Long Service Leave after five years
• Access to salary packaging options through Salary Packaging Australia (SPA)
• Health and Wellbeing initiatives including two (2) Health and Wellbeing days available per year
• Flexible working arrangements available
• Relocation assistance available including up to 80% reimbursement of removalist costs - 40% upon commencement and 40% after 18 months service. 
• Professional development opportunities available

In addition, we value work-life balance and offer opportunities for training and professional development.  We encourage and support our employees in further developing their knowledge, skills, and capabilities through tuition fee support and study days for employees studying towards tertiary or vocational qualifications.

Parkes Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we believe in building an inclusive work environment that reflects the community we serve.

About You

The successful applicant will require excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills in order to promote Council's decisions, services, projects and events.

The successful person will require flexibility and willingness to attend meetings and events outside of business hours. 

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Tertiary qualification/s in Business, Governance, Law, Public Policy or related discipline
• Experience in a broad range of corporate governance functions, including committee business, policy development, risk management, and legislative compliance.
• Experience in managing a small, multi-disciplinary team and proven ability to effectively manage people, performance, budgets, contracts and risk.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately interpret, analyse and apply legislation and make sound recommendations for legal or policy review as required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a high-performing team to deliver organisational objectives and innovative service and business improvements.
• Advanced verbal communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to maintain relationships, negotiate outcomes, resolve conflict and provide clear advice, guidance and direction.
• Advanced written communication skills and demonstrated ability to prepare a wide range of communication materials, including reports, correspondence, submissions, policies, procedures and other corporate documents.
• Excellent standard of IT literacy and advanced computer and software skills, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office 365 suite of applications.
• Current and maintained NSW Drivers Licence

It will be highly desirable if you possess any of the following:

• Tertiary qualification/s in Business Administration, Management, Leadership or related discipline.
• Governance Institute of Australia (GIA) accreditation
• Knowledge of the role, functions and responsibilities of Local Government.

This is an incredible opportunity for you to contribute directly to the growth and success of Parkes Shire Council. We value community, innovation, integrity, respect, safety and teamwork. If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. 

How to Apply

If you are ready to take this exciting opportunity and contribute to the future of Parkes Shire Council, we would love to hear from you! 

For more information, please contact Council's Director Customer, Corporate Services and Economy, Anthony McGrath, on (02) 6861 2333 or via email at Anthony.McGrath@parkes.nsw.gov.au. 

Join us in making a difference to the Parkes community!