Governance Support Officer

Job description

About Us: The West Daly Regional Council covers 14,000 square kilometres and is located about 300 to 420 kilometres south-west of Darwin. The area is mainly rural, with three Indigenous communities at Peppimenarti, Nganmarriyanga and Wadeye which are managed by West Daly Regional Council (Council). Council’s vision is to work together to make a difference in the community by creating places that are respectful, peaceful and safe. The mission of Council is to walk alongside culture, country and people to build a stronger community and does it by working together, creating real opportunities and providing services and facilities that everyone can use. Position Summary: The Governance Support Officer is responsible for supporting the function in maintaining compliance with the Local Government Act, coordinating projects in a governance capacity relating to elected and appointed members and employees and administrative support of Council in accordance with West Daly Regional Council strategic and regional plans, policies, procedures and relevant legislation. The key duties of this role include but are not limited to: Meeting Administration - Coordinate, compile, and distribute agendas...