Governance Specialist
Full-Time (Part-Time applications from 0.6FTE will be considered)
Total Package $143,791.73 per annum (inclusive of superannuation)
(Base $128,385.47 + 12% Super $15,406.26)
Located: WALGA HQ West Leederville / on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people.
Are you a governance specialist looking for your next challenge, in a highly interesting and varied role?
Taking great pride in delivering expert advice and guidance to Western Australia’s Local Governments, the WALGA Governance and Procurement Team is a crucial pillar in providing our members with essential information, advice, resources, and services relating to Governance and Procurement practices.
Our dynamic, close-knit team is dedicated to promoting the adoption of best-practice governance frameworks and helping our member Local Governments understand their statutory compliance obligations. You will have opportunities to travel across WA to deliver tailored workshops, attend WALGA Zone meetings, and engage in member networking. This is a terrific career development opportunity to work with highly experienced colleagues and WALGA policy experts to support our 139 Local Government members, gain in-depth engagement with the full breadth of issues facing the sector, and contribute insights and advocacy on the Local Government Act reforms.
What does a typical week look like?
You will provide practical written and verbal advice to our stakeholders on the application of the Local Government Act, regulations, and associated legislation; collaborate in developing webinars; and provide subject matter expertise to WALGA’s suite of Local Government Council Member and Officer training modules (WALGA is a registered training organisation). You will regularly assist members with managing their compliance responsibilities, responding to a changing legislative environment, and developing, adopting, reviewing, and implementing governance practices, delegations, policies, and local laws.
Throughout the week, you may also provide advice and support regarding procurement best practice, helping members meet their technical, budgetary and governance responsibilities. You will contribute to the team’s analysis of reforms and complex emerging issues and collaborate on the development of resources to address these issues. You may also investigate and prepare reports on Zone proposals on anything from Local Government elections to cat and dog
registrations.
So, when we say that this is a highly interesting and varied role, we mean it!
Enough about us. Let’s talk about you.
You will have a well-developed understanding of the Local Government Act or demonstrated ability to interpret legislation and assess impact on functions and operations.
Your excellent policy development, research, and analytical skills, coupled with strong interpersonal abilities allowing you to be comfortable speaking to a broad audience of stakeholders, will be crucial for this position.
Experience in, and knowledge of, the Local Government sector will be highly advantageous, to bring practical insights to the role.
Additionally, possessing high standards of written communication, exceptional customer service skills, and proficient time management and organisational skills will see you succeed in this position.
As this position is required to travel throughout the State to visit member Local Governments, this role requires a valid class ‘C’ drivers license.
We welcome both full-time and part-time applicants (minimum 0.6 FTE for part-time).
Why you’ll love working here
At WALGA, we believe success happens at The Sweet Spot. The place where big picture purpose
meets local community impact, with perks that come without the trade‑offs. The Sweet Spot is our employee promise. It reflects what you can expect when you work with us: meaningful work, genuine flexibility, and an environment built on curiosity, collaboration and shared purpose.
Employees have the opportunity to work on unique and meaningful projects that deliver real
benefits to Local Government and the communities they serve. We foster a culture of positive risk-taking, guided by one of our strategic pillars Explore, and underpinned by our value of Curiosity.
At WALGA, you’ll enjoy six weeks of annual leave plus an extra day off on the anniversary of when you started, because your journey with us is worth celebrating. Our Thrive wellbeing program runs all year and is designed to support every aspect of wellbeing. Mental, physical, and social through education, resources, and practical initiatives.
We’re committed to helping you grow, both personally and professionally, and we’re driving a tech roadmap that’s shaping a data-led future. There are plenty of ways to get involved too, with cross organisational working groups such as Reconciliation, Artificial Intelligence, and Sustainability.
And that’s just the start. You’ll also find an active social club run by employees, flexible working options, end-of-trip facilities, and a centrally located modern office designed for collaboration. We’re also proud to be recently accredited as a Menopause Friendly Australia employer, because creating an inclusive workplace matters to us!
To find out more about us, please visit www.walga.asn.au
Apply now
If this sounds like the role you have been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.
- Please include a cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining what sets you apart, and why this opportunity would be a great career move for you. Please also indicate whether you are applying on a full or part time basis.
- If you have questions that can’t be found in this ad or the position description, please contact Felicity Morris, Manager Governance and Procurement on (08) 9213 2093
- Applications will close 9:00am Friday, 17 July 2026. We may commence interviews upon receipt and reserve the right to close the position early.
- To view the position description please visit our careers page https://walga.asn.au/who-we-are/work-at-walga
- Applications via email will not be accepted. As this role is being sourced directly by WALGA, we respectfully request no agencies approach.
WALGA encourages people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and people with disabilities.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. If you have any specific needs or require accommodations to participate fully in the interview process, please
let us know. This could include, but is not limited to, accessibility requirements, assistive technologies, or any other considerations.
