Governance and Risk Advisor

Governance and Risk Advisor

Based in Jabiru or Darwin

Shape the future of governance in one of the Territory's most unique regions. West Arnhem Regional Council is looking for an experienced Governance and Risk Advisor to join the Office of the CEO; a senior role at the heart of how Council operates, decides, and delivers for its communities.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll be the trusted advisor on governance, risk and integrity across the organisation. You'll work closely with the Executive Leadership Team and Councillors, shaping the frameworks that keep Council compliant, accountable and effective.

Your responsibilities include:

• Providing high-level governance, risk and compliance advice to the CEO, Executive Team and Councillors
• Building and continuously improving Council's governance, risk and integrity frameworks
• Coordinating Council, Local Authority and Committee meetings, including agendas, minutes, resolutions and follow-up
• Ensuring compliance with the NT Local Government Act 2019 and all related legislative obligations
• Providing secretariat support to the Audit and Risk Committee
• Coordinating governance training and induction for Councillors and Local Authority Members
• Facilitating community consultation to support Council's Regional Plan and strategic priorities

This role has genuine influence, and your advice shapes decisions at the highest level of Council.

What you will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in governance, public administration, business, law or a related field (or equivalent demonstrated experience)
• Strong knowledge of the NT Local Government Act 2019, or the ability to get across it fast
• Experience providing secretariat support to a Council, CEO or Committees
• Sharp organisational skills and the ability to juggle competing priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including policy drafting and stakeholder engagement
• Integrity, sound judgement and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• A genuine appreciation for Indigenous culture and experience — or willingness to live and work — in remote communities
• A current NT driver licence

Why Join West Arnhem Regional Council?

• Total package from $136,288 (base salary from $119,531)

• 12% superannuation

• 6 weeks annual leave

• 17.5% leave loading

• Additional Benefits:

  • Phone allowance
  • Laptop
  • Free uniforms
  • Employee assistance program
  • Study assistance

If you're based in Jabiru, it gets even better:

• Furnished accommodation at heavily subsidised rent
• Relocation assistance to get you there
• Remote locality allowance
• Free family access to the pool and gym
• Free community fitness classes, after-school kids' programs, local events, sports competitions, big-screen movie nights and more

Jabiru sits on the doorstep of Kakadu National Park — one of the most spectacular landscapes in the world. It's a genuine tree-change (or career-change) with a real community feel, and this package is built to make the move easy.

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Should you require further assistance, please call [08 8979 9500](tel:08 8979 9500)

Applicants must be an Australian or hold unrestricted work rights in Australia.

Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply!