Manager Governance and Integrity
- Provide strategic leadership for governance and integrity functions.
- Ensure compliance with statutory obligations and promote accountability.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams and drive organisational change.
Manager Governance and Integrity
Greensborough, Australia
Reference: 6932840
Manager Governance and Integrity
(Internal Applicants Only)
Please note, we will only be accepting applications from current Nillumbik Shire Council employees.
- SEO salary plus 12% super
- Permanent full time
- On the job skill and leadership development
- Flexible working arrangements available - balance life and work
- Access to health and wellbeing initiatives and learning and development opportunities
- Discounted gym memberships
- Generous personal and carers leave
About the role:
The Manager Governance and Integrity provides strategic leadership for Council's governance, councillor support, executive services, freedom of information, privacy, integrity, public interest disclosures, external agency investigations, electoral processes, prosecutions and infringement review functions. The role is responsible for ensuring Council meets its statutory obligations while promoting a culture of accountability, transparency, ethical conduct and continuous improvement.
What you will bring to the role:
- Tertiary qualification in Governance, Law, Public Administration, Compliance, Business Management or a related discipline, and/or extensive relevant experience.
- Extensive experience in governance, integrity, compliance, FOI, privacy or related functions.
- Demonstrated understanding of local government governance and statutory responsibilities.
- In-depth knowledge of the Local Government Act 2020, Freedom of Information Act 1982, Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 and associated legislation.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in a customer-focused environment.
- Strong legislative interpretation, policy development and strategic advisory skills.
- Excellent analytical, investigative and problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience leading organisational change, continuous improvement and cultural development initiatives.
How to Apply:
- To discover more about the role and responsibilities of this position, download and review the Position Description
- Attach your Resume and Cover Letter to your application and use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to answer the Key Selection Criteria questions
- If you require reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting the listed Hiring Manager.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Blaga Naumoski, Chief Community and Integrity Officer on 9433 3110 or blaga.naumoski@nillumbik.vic.gov.au
Applications close: 10pm (AEDT), Friday, 25 September 2026
Nillumbik Shire Council is committed to creating a fair, equitable and inclusive community. We value diversity in our community and support the rights of all people regardless of age, gender, ability or background. Apply now!
Applications Close: 25 Sep 2026
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