Address PTA 6 | $127,896 pa (plus 11% superannuation)
Are you looking for a values-based, emergency service organisation that puts the community at the centre of everything we do?
We are proud of the work we do in protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
With over 51,000 volunteers CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees. We, embrace individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, recognising the unique value they bring to CFA.
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About the Role
The Program Manager Brigade Finance, Donations and Fundraising (PMBF) forms part of the Brigade Finance function's leadership team and is a SME who provides reliable advice on Brigade Finance matters to internal and external stakeholders.
The position requires a balance of leadership and coaching as well as technical and analytical skills.
The role also supports various management committees and decision makers to:
i. Exercise effective financial management and governance over the available funds donated to the two respective donation funds.
ii. Provide updates on related projects, including monitoring actuals to budget.
About You
Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline (accounting, finance, data analytics) and/or significant experience in data analytics and developing insights within a finance department.
Demonstrated experience providing mentorship and coaching support.
High-level problem-solving skills, including lateral thinking and initiative in conducting research and developing solutions.
Strong proficiency in Excel and solid experience with data management and data visualisation tools such as Excel or PowerBI.
Ability to understand and assess risks and develop suitable and feasible mitigation strategies.
Significant technical knowledge and expertise, and a demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent work objectives.
Strong interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to successfully consult, influence and negotiate at all levels, and foster collaborative relationships in a complex environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to translate complex material into meaningful information for end users, including non-finance users.
Why choose CFA
Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
Growth Opportunities: Learning and development
Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
Wellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinations
Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways
Your Application
Click the 'apply' button to access our online application form. Here you will be asked to provide personal and contact details and respond to employment-related questions.
When applying for a position with CFA, please submit a cover letter and resume that demonstrates your qualifications, experience, key attributes and skills required for the position.
Pre-employment Checks
Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who:
Successfully complete a National Police History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.
CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.
Applications close: 11:59pm 18 February 2024.
If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email ***********@cfa.vic.gov.au
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