Senior Strategic Governance Manager

As a Senior Strategic Governance Manager, you will lead cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and ensure school policies, processes, and systems are aligned with objectives.

You will provide authoritative advice on complex strategy and policy matters while ensuring alignment with organisational priorities. You will also oversee the preparation of high-quality reports, submissions, and presentations that support executive leaders in making informed decisions.

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• Expertise in projects and programs, supported by policy and strategy development, coupled with strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence and collaborate across a wide network.">
• Proven analytical and problem-solving ability, interpreting data and complex concepts to inform evidence-based improvement.">
• Knowledge of government systems, policies and procedures, with practical application to school operations and policy development.">

In this role, you will have a proven record of leading and developing high-performing teams, with the confidence to guide others through change and uncertainty. You will model integrity, inspire a shared sense of purpose and direction, and make sound, evidence-based decisions.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about delivering practical, innovative solutions in education and has a strong background in public policy, education or a related field.

About This Opportunity

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• An opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment and contribute to the development of educational policies and strategies.">
• A chance to leverage your expertise to drive positive change and improvements in educational outcomes.">
• The opportunity to work closely with stakeholders to identify and address complex issues affecting schools and communities.">

Your Responsibilities

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• Lead cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and ensure school policies, processes, and systems are aligned with objectives.">
• Provide authoritative advice on complex strategy and policy matters while ensuring alignment with organisational priorities.">
• Oversee the preparation of high-quality reports, submissions, and presentations that support executive leaders in making informed decisions.">
• Develop and implement effective governance frameworks to ensure efficient and accountable decision-making.">

About You

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• Experienced in leading and motivating teams to achieve goals, foster collaboration and deliver quality outcomes.">
• Strong communication, relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.">
• High-level writing and presentation skills, producing clear government documents, reports and briefings to support decision-making.">
• Knowledge of government systems, policies and procedures, with practical application to school operations and policy development.">

We are seeking an experienced leader to join our team as a Senior Strategic Governance Manager. If you are passionate about delivering practical, innovative solutions in education and have a strong background in public policy, education or a related field, we encourage you to apply.

How You Will Be Assessed

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• Your ability to provide authoritative advice on complex strategy and policy matters.">
• Your experience in leading cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives.">
• Your knowledge of government systems, policies and procedures, with practical application to school operations and policy development.">
• Your ability to develop and implement effective governance frameworks to ensure efficient and accountable decision-making.">

Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) and a 2-page response to the How you may be assessed section of this document.