• Permanent Full Time position
• Salary from $125,643.38 + Superannuation 
• Glen Waverley location
• Applications close 5 October 2025

City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.

The Governance and Legal Team supports Monash City Council across the areas of Insurance, Claims, Governance, FOI and Privacy, Councillor Support, Legal Services, Civic Operations and Information Management. 

About the Position

The role is a key role and is responsible for driving and embedding good governance across the Council. The position will oversight governance, council meetings and agendas, policy, legislative compliance, delegations and authorisations, FOI requests and privacy.

Skills and Experience

• Leading the Council Meetings function and ensuring the quality of reports, agendas, and minutes
• Ensuring that Council meets its governance requirements under the Local Government Act 2020
• Managing Council’s policy framework including review and compliance
• Oversighting the FOI and Privacy function
• Assisting the Manager with key governance projects including mayoral elections, general elections, Councillor induction and other projects
• Providing advice and guidance to the Council on corporate governance matters

Requirements

• Extensive experience and a demonstrated history of achievement in a similar role
• Ability to read, understand, interpret and apply legislation and policy
• A demonstrated understanding of working within a regulatory and political context
• Excellent time management and excellent attention to detail
• A drive for continuous improvement in the governance space
• High levels of personal integrity and confidentiality
• Satisfactory National Police Check
• Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:

• Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres

Apply for this amazing opportunity

Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications close Sunday 5 October 2025 at 11:55pm.

If you would like to discuss this role further or you have any enquiries, please contact Amanda Sapolu, Manager Corporate Governance and Legal on 0497 062 329 or at amanda.sapolu@monash.vic.gov.au

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email talent@monash.vic.gov.au

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.