City of Perth

Council Governance and Policy – Exciting Opportunities!

As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

Shape the Future of City Governance – Join the City of Perth!

We have three exciting opportunities to join a dedicated team committed to driving transparent, effective, and values-based decision-making at the heart of the City of Perth. In these roles, you’ll help shape policy direction and develop processes that respond to the City’s evolving needs. Your knowledge and perspective will play a vital role in influencing the future of our vibrant capital.

Council Governance and Policy Coordinator

• $121,110 to $128,317 per annum, plus super
• Full time, permanent

Join us as the Council Governance and Policy Coordinator and take the lead in driving strong governance and policy frameworks across the City. In this key leadership role, you’ll oversee essential governance and electoral functions, support informed council decision-making, and promote a culture rooted in integrity, accountability, and respect. Use your local government expertise to shape impactful outcomes and contribute to the future of our capital city.

Council Governance and Policy Officers

• $98,141 – $103,949
• Full time, permanent; and
• Full time, fixed-term for 12 months

As one of our Council Governance and Policy Officers, you’ll play a key role in supporting high-level decision-making by facilitating Council and executive meetings, coordinating local government elections, and helping shape procedures that ensure business continuity.

Be part of a team where you’ll help shape policy and develop processes that address the City’s evolving challenges, using your expertise to ensure Perth remains adaptable and future focused.

If you have local government experience and the capability to thrive in these positions, we’d love to hear from you.

Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

Please view the attached Position Descriptions to learn more about the roles and working at the City.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

• A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa);
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months).

How to Apply

Please apply online by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button below, which will direct you to the City’s application questionnaire.

When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a cover letter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and any relevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less is more!

The Application Process

Applications for this position will close at 5pm AWST on Sunday 18th May 2025. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.