Expression of Interest – Senior Governance Officer The Corporate Governance team are calling for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from employees, interested in a acting opportunity in the position of Senior Governance Officer. This opportunity will be for approximately 6 weeks, starting 22 October 2025 through until 2 December 2025. You’ll help keep Council’s governance registers up to date, manage our external legal engagement through VendorPanel, assist with complaints handling and help prepare reports for Council. This will suit you if you’re process oriented, looking to develop skills and knowledge in a new area and ever wondered how governance helps the organisation – this is the opportunity for you! We know you’ve got the goods because you already work at Council! But if you are interested, reach out and tell us more about yourself – we would love to chat with you!: Why you think governance might be a good fit for you What you would like to learn during your secondment What skills you bring with you This position is in Grade 5 of Council’s Salary system - $70,803 - $81,982. What's Next? If you are considering submitting an expression of interest, please ensure you discuss it with your current supervisor/manager prior to submission. To apply, please fill out your details below, select next and upload your expression of interest. The EOI should be no more than one page and be uploaded below by 5:00pm Wednesday 15 October 2025. If there is more than one applicant interested in the position, Council may undertake an informal interview process to assist in making its selection. Should you have any issues submitting your expression of interest, please email recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for assistance.
