Manager Governance and Risk

About Us

Greater Hume Council is a large rural Council with a focus on responsibility, growth and sustainability. We are based in southern New South Wales, right near the Murray River, bordering Victoria and the local government areas of Albury, Federation, Lockhart, Snowy Valleys and Wagga Wagga Councils. Our offices are dispersed across Holbrook, Culcairn and Jindera, all a short drive to the shore of Lake Hume.

We offer a broad range of services such as swimming pools, libraries and childcare services through to waste collection, planning permits and major capital works development. We enjoy delivering a high standard of meaningful, varied work to our diverse rural communities.

About the position:

• Oversee Greater Hume Council's Governance, Risk, Records, Customer Relations & Libraries team and functions, ensuring compliance and effective service delivery.
• Through collaboration and leadership, develop and monitor Council's governance and risk standards, tools and frameworks.
• Drive a culture of best practice throughout the organisation.

We are seeking a Manager Governance & Risk to strengthen the governance capability across the organisation through the strategic development, implementation and maintenance of high-quality governance and risk systems. Internally, the role will promote a strong governance culture built on integrity, accountability and transparency.

This multi-faceted role will also include overseeing Council's Customer Relations and Library team and will work closely with the community to enhance community engagement and utilization of our services and high standards of customer service delivery. The role also involves ensuring Record Management practices are performed to best practice standards.

The Manager Governance & Risk position is based at the Holbrook office but work can be arranged from other offices that includes Culcairn, Jindera or Albury. The position operates under the Local Government State (NSW) Award and is based on a 70-hour, 9-day fortnight work arrangement. This role offers a remuneration package ranging from $137,000 to $154,000 (depending on experience) gross per year plus superannuation and a leaseback vehicle.

What we are looking for:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in a relevant area or other related discipline and substantial experience working in similar role at a senior level.
• Demonstrated applied knowledge of local government governance, risk and assurance frameworks.
• Excellent knowledge of governance and risk frameworks, ideally related to the NSW Local Government sector, including interpretation of legislation, legislation reforms, reporting, meeting and decision-making procedures, elections, policy and strategy development.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills with the ability to build productive working relationships and prepare high-quality reports, correspondence and governance documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to research, interpret and apply legislation, regulations and policy requirements, and translate complex information into practical outcomes.
• Well- developed analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, work autonomously and consistently meet deadlines.
• A commitment to delivering excellent customer service, maintaining high standards of accuracy and achieving quality outcomes.
• Commitment to public sector ethics, EEO and WH&S principles.
• Proficiency in IT and financial management software.
• Current Class C Driver License.

What we offer:

• Work-life balance, working 35-hours per week across a 9-day fortnight
• 12% Superannuation contribution, with optional salary sacrifice
• Access to professional development and support for tertiary education up to $8,000
• Free onsite physiotherapy and annual health programs (including flu vaccines)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family, and
• Annual performance appraisals.

How to apply:

To submit your application, please click on 'Application Form' and upload your Cover Letter and Resume. For a confidential discussion or to learn more about the role, please contact Council's Director Corporate and Community Services, Louise Frichot, on [0458 348 287](tel:0458 348 287).

Closing date: 5.00pm Thursday, 10 September 2026.

Please note: Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date. Pre-employment checks, including a Medical and Functional Assessment, reference checks and a National Criminal History Check, will be required and must be completed before an employment offer is finalised.