AddressClassification: Executive Level 2.3
Position No: E1292
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 25 June 2024
Contact Officer: Katy Haire on ***************@act.gov.au
Details: The Education Directorate has a has a long-term vacancy commencing September 2024 for a period of five years to fill the position of Executive Group Manager, Finance and Infrastructure.
The Executive Group Manager, Finance and Infrastructure is a member of the Executive Governance Committee (EGC). The EGC provides strategic leadership for the ACT in school education and early childhood education and care.
Working directly to the Director-General, the Executive Group Manager, Finance and Infrastructure leads a team of senior management specialists in finance, school facilities and asset management, and small and large scale capital works programs. The provision of strategic leadership to ensure the delivery of high quality and relevant financial and asset services is key to this position.
The Executive Group Manager, Finance and Infrastructure must have a comprehensive understanding of effective public sector governance, be able to provide strategic commercial advice, and lead complex projects and programs of work. Experience in complex procurements and business case development is also an important aspect of this role.
The Executive Group Manager, Finance and Infrastructure will work with the Director-General and the ACT Government to:
- Provide high quality policy and strategic advice to the Minister and government;
- Oversee capital works investment and ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of both new infrastructure and upgrade projects;
- Oversee the management of school facilities to provide safe, inclusive, quality learning environments for students, including the prioritisation of repairs and maintenance;
- Lead the management of Directorate’s budget and the development of high-quality business cases for Government consideration; and
- Oversee the Directorate’s strategic procurement function, as well as ensure the development of high-quality tender documentation for the procurement of services.
The Executive Group Manager, Finance and Infrastructure role requires a person with exceptional leadership, administrative, analytical and management skills. An ability to collaborate and work with clients, stakeholders and colleagues across the ACT Public Service is also required.
The Executive Group Manager, Finance and Infrastructure must have a comprehensive understanding of effective public sector governance, be able to provide strategic commercial advice, and lead complex projects and programs of work.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate leadership in strategic public policy and inter-governmental relations. Experience in dealing with an extensive range of policy, people management, government, the wider community and business is essential.
The successful candidate will:
- Provide visionary, astute and resilient leadership with a passion for education;
- Demonstrate an ability and commitment to work collaboratively across the Directorate and the ACT Government;
- Work collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver excellent educational outcomes for children and young people;
- Provide strategic and operational stewardship of the Directorate and foster a united leadership approach;
- Demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of complex systems and the demands of public sector accountability; and
- Demonstrate a level of personal drive, energy and commitment to learning and fostering development of people.
It is essential applicants can work flexibly in a fast-paced environment, with some out of hours work required.
Note: Selection may be based on written application and referee reports only.
Remuneration: The position attracts a remuneration package ranging from $344,954 - $358,775 depending on current superannuation arrangements of the successful applicant. This includes a cash component of $307,134.
Contract: The successful applicant will be engaged under a performance-based long-term contract for a period of up to five years. Prospective applicants should be aware that long-term engagements are tabled in the ACT Legislative Assembly.
How To apply: Applications should include an application coversheet, Curriculum Vitae and supporting claims against the Executive Capabilities.
Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.
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