Business Manager

4 days ago

Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

Are you looking for a varied and rewarding role in a dynamic setting? What better place to work than one of our ACT public schools where you can play a vital role in supporting the school community through business leadership and engagement.

This role is an active member of the school executive team, leading the operations of the school business, and is accountable to the ACT Education Directorate in meeting relevant legislative requirements. Responsibilities include identification of opportunities and development of plans for business and facility development which includes delivering on strategic priorities and achieving results; financial strategy and the management of budgets; coordination of Government business requests; management and monitoring of contracts and leases; managing relationships with partners and vendors.

An ability to think critically will be vital in providing informed advice to the Principal in leading school business operations to achieve results for the school community. This includes minimising risk, ensuring compliance and strategically ensuring the most effective use of resources. Excellent communication and customer service skills will be essential. The Business Manager plays a lead role within the school community and the school improvement agenda, ensuring the school is an innovative, safe and positive environment where students love to learn. They provide valuable enabling support to the Principal while working collaboratively with the school leadership team and the school community to support student outcomes. Enhancing capability through sound human resource management skills and leading the development of non-teaching staff of the school also falls within the expectations of this role.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

**Eligibility/ Other Requirements**

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 - Working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration (a ct.gov.au)

**Desirable**
- Relevant tertiary qualification.
- Experience in a related role.
- Working knowledge of the Sentral management system.

**Notes**: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, together with your curriculum vitae and names of two referees before the closing date. Please provide evidence of your suitability for the role by including examples that clearly demonstrate your relevant Skills, Knowledge and Behavioural Capabilities as required.

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