Expressions of Interest – Independent Chair, CEO Employment Matters Advisory Committee

Warrnambool City Council is seeking an independent chair for its CEO Employment Matters Advisory Committee.

Council is inviting expressions of interest in the role from persons suitably experienced in human resource management, senior business management, and/or employment law, and who may have experience chairing meetings or sitting on similar committees.

Key functions and responsibilities of the Chair include:

  • Attending and chairing meetings of the CEO Employment Matters Advisory Committee
  • Assisting in developing performance plan and undertaking the CEO’s annual performance review.
  • Preparing an Annual Review Report on the CEO’s performance and key terms of employment which is to be submitted to Council.

The CEO Employment Matters Advisory Committee will meet approximately 4 times annually, but may be required to meet on other occasions in relation to contractual matters relating to the CEO’s employment.

The Chair will be appointed by Council for a term in line with Council’s four-year term.

Applications will be assessed against:

  • Demonstrated experience and qualifications in the area of executive level employee performance planning and management, human resources or employment law.
  • Previous experience with government organisations, or a clear understanding of the role and responsibilities of executive level employees in government organisations.
  • Ability to work effectively with Councillors and the CEO
  • Demonstrated leadership skills or experience chairing committees.
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