Manager Governance

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of statutory, legal and contractual obligations together with a proven ability to administer the Local Government Act 1995 and associated legislation in the field on local government and knowledge of public policy issues as they impact on Local Government.
• Tertiary qualifications in Management, Law, Business and/or a Public Sector Administration discipline.
• High level decision making ability which accommodates business, political and organisational sensitivity with the appropriate level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Proven ability to effectively lead, manage and motivate a multi-disciplinary work team to ensure divisional and organisational goals and objectives are achieved.
• Highly developed interpersonal, conflict resolution, negotiation, facilitation, and public speaking skills with the ability to communicate with a wide range of people and groups to ensure delivery of a high level of customer service.
• Highly developed analytical conceptual skills with the ability to solve day to day problems as well as think strategically
• Proven ability to research and write complex letters, reports and submissions.
• Extensive relevant experience working at a senior level in a legislative driven environment.
• Previous experience in local government at a senior management level.