Providing high level strategic, operational and governance support to Senior Executives in the management of the secretariat unit, responsible for the efficient and effective operations of the Authority.

Contracted to review company policies and procedures. Undertaking an assessment of efficiency and effectiveness, alignment to strategy, as well as compliance.

A leadership role providing advice and support to all teams across the organisation to deliver best practice for strategic and governance frameworks ensuring compliance with legislation whilst promoting business excellence. • Maintain and develop appropriate governance frameworks.• Implement and support ongoing corporate governance frameworks, identifying governance related issues and policy gaps. • Assist with the risk management framework complementing strategic planning processes and the risk based internal audit and review work programs. • Identify emerging trends or issues to support obligations required under legislation and policy. • Present quality and informed reports to the Council and the Executive. • Coordinate the development, maintenance and ongoing review of policies and strategic business plans. • Provide advice to staff relating to governance requirements. • Foster collaborative relationships while promoting an effective customer-centric focus and behaviours. • Contribute to the overall culture by making positive contributions.

• Lead, manage and provide high-level advice to Chief Executive Officer, Executive and Elected Members on legislative and compliance requirements. • Coordinate incoming and politically sensitive correspondence on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer and Mayor. • Conduct analysis, research, evaluate issues to prepare complex detailed reports, submissions, briefs and correspondence on behalf of the Executive and the Council. • Implement and drive change to improve processes including policy review and document control.• Coordinate the annual review of strategic plans and process delivery. • Management and conduct of compliance reviews, engaging with key stakeholders and presenting findings and areas of improvement through detailed reporting to Council. • Provide general support and training to employees on all facets of governance supporting the business needs. • Mentor and manage the Executive services team to support and improve their abilities. • Review Council policies and internal procedures. • Manage Council and Committee meetings, coordinating meeting agendas, overseeing meeting procedures and administrative framework. • Participate in recruitment activities providing advice on recruitment processes to selection panel members. • Display a high degree of discretion, confidentiality, initiative and adaptability whilst prioritising multiple tasks. • Foster collaborative relationships while promoting an effective customer-centric focus and behaviours.