Address Closes: 26 March 2024
Classification: Senior Officer Grade C
Salary: $119,595 - $128,465 plus superannuation
Position No: 50872
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 12 March 2024
Contact Officer: Sylvia Headon on
*************@ed.act.edu.au
or
(02)61421***
Details: Neville Bonner Primary School is seeking a Business Manager to join our school leadership team. This role oversees the operations of the school business and is accountable to the ACT Education Directorate in meeting relevant legislative requirements. The Business Manager plays an integral role within the school community and the school improvement agenda, ensuring the school is a safe and positive environment where students love to learn. The role provides direct advice and support to the principal while working collaboratively within the school leadership team and the school community to support student outcomes.The successful applicant will be required to provide advice and guidance to the principal on the business of the school, lead and manage the day to day and strategic operations and foster continuous service improvement. Lead and manage support and administration staff to meet business objectives, set and achieve priorities, monitor workflow, develop school-based procedures and work practices.
This position demands proficiency in the following areas: Strategic planning, Financial and Facilities Management, Human Resources, Communications and Stakeholder Engagement, Procurement and Contract Administration, as well as Compliance, Risk Management, and Governance.
Schools are fast paced ever changing environments; therefore, the selected applicant will also require the ability to prioritise and monitor workflows and practices in line with Directorate policy and procedures, have exceptional communication and liaison skills with the ability to liaise with a range of clients. If you believe you possess the qualifications necessary for this dynamic leadership role, and enjoy working in a diverse, front facing role, then we eagerly anticipate your application. Eligibility/ Other Requirements:
Mandatory:
Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to -https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/app/answers/detail/a_id/1804
Asbestos Awareness Training is a mandatory requirement of this role and must be completed prior to or on commencement of this role.
Highly Desirable:
Qualification or equivalent in Business Administration, Finance or experience in a business-related role and financial qualifications and/or relevant experience.
First Aid qualification. A First Aid Certificate or a willingness to undertake appropriate training.
Note: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.
How to Apply: Please submit your response of no more than two pages addressing the Selection Criteria considering the position overview, together with your curriculum vitae and contact details of two referees. Please provide evidence of your suitability for the role by including examples that clearly demonstrate your relevant Skills, Knowledge and Behavioural capabilities as required.We encourage applicants to discuss this role with the contact officer prior to submitting your application..
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