• Permanent, Full-time position

• Band 6 from $91,938.08 to $102,015.68 per annum (exclusive of superannuation)

• An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and collaborative governance professional to contribute to the delivery of good governance for the City of Ballarat.

City of Ballarat

The City of Ballarat, 100km west of Melbourne’s CBD is one of the largest inland regional cities in the country. Ballarat is uniquely located with easy access to Melbourne, Geelong and Bendigo and is the Western Victorian capital for a region of 250,000 people.  

The City of Ballarat has a growing economy that attracts and retains innovative businesses, employs a highly skilled workforce and attracts new residents whilst promoting the city’s unique heritage and vibrant cultural life. It has all the services, retail and entertainment opportunities you'd find in a capital city but with a relaxed country attitude. With affordable housing at a fraction of Melbourne prices and a progressive leadership team, now isa great time to join the City of Ballarat.  

About the role:

Reporting to the Senior Governance Officer, this position partners with and supports business units to deliver good governance. The role’s responsibilities include oversight of City of Ballarat’s governance, Council and Committee meeting agendas and minutes, policy and procedure framework, and supporting the integrity and compliance functions within City of Ballarat. The position works in a dynamic and varied environment with a collaborative and fun team, as we support good governance across the City of Ballarat.

About you:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and collaborative individual with well-developed expertise in governance and policy development. You have experience interpreting and applying legislation and policy requirements to provide advice and are known to support and develop the skills of others around you. You are well-known for your ability to communicate, especially through your writing skills, and partner with stakeholders to gain cooperation and achieve outcomes. You are comfortable managing competing priorities with a positive attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement and good governance.

Qualifications and Experience

Completion of a degree or diploma course in governance/policy/law or relevant field with extensive relevant experience. This might also be acquired through lesser formal qualifications and substantial relevant experience, or through substantial relevant experience in the field of governance/policy/law or relevant field.

Benefits of working for the City of Ballarat

• Competitive salary packaging options

• Work in a collaborative, open and transparent work culture where you are a valued employee

• Training and development opportunities are supported and encouraged

• Employee recognition and service awards

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible working arrangements with the ability to work from home in a hybrid model (3 days in the office and 2 from home)

• All equipment is provided to safely set you up to work at home

• Paid Parental Leave

• Active social club with regular events

To Apply:

To apply for this position please click on the apply button and submit your application. The closing date for this position is 11.59pm Tuesday 3 February 2026.

Please ensure that you provide a cover letter, current resume and answer the screen questions based on the selection criteria.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check.

Contact:

For further information on this position, please contact Rosie Wright, Coordinator Risk, Governance and Compliance by email at ***********@ballarat.vic.gov.au or phone at 03 5337 4***

The City of Ballarat is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe and inclusive working environment that embraces and values diversity, flexibility and child safety. We welcome applications from all walks of life and celebrate the diversity and richness this brings to our workplace and reasonable adjustments will be made to the process to ensure equitable access. We undertake an employment screening process to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate holds a valid working with children check and satisfactory criminal history record check.