Executive Business Manager

Executive Business Manager

Good News Lutheran College

Location: Tarneit, VIC

Employment Type: Full-time | Senior Executive Position

About Good News Lutheran College

Good News Lutheran College is a Christ-centered school committed to delivering a high-quality International Baccalaureate (IB) education, grounded in strong Christian values. With campuses in Tarneit and Mambourin, the College fosters a supportive and nurturing environment where students are encouraged to grow academically, spiritually, and personally. The Mambourin Campus is our newest campus, developed in response to growing demand for quality Christian education in Melbourne's west. We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Executive Business Manager (EBM) to join our Executive Leadership Team and play a vital role in driving the College's long-term financial, operational, and strategic success.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Executive Principal, the Executive Business Manager is responsible for leading the College's financial planning, business strategy, governance, and operational performance. This pivotal role is instrumental in ensuring sustainable growth, financial integrity, and operational excellence across the College.

The EBM will provide strategic oversight of major projects, capital investments, and risk management, while also representing the College in high-level negotiations and external partnerships that align with our mission and values.

Leadership and Governance

• Champion the College's values of grace, integrity, respect and courage and uphold its Christian ethos.
• Provide high-level executive support to the Principal and College Board.
• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks, including the Corporations Act and ACNC regulations, in the capacity of Company Secretary.
• Lead the development and implementation of strategic business policies and frameworks.

Financial and Operational Management

• Lead the College's long-term financial planning, budget processes, and financial reporting.
• Manage the Finance, Facilities, ICT, Cleaning, and Canteen Teams with a focus on collaboration, innovation, and performance.
• Oversee risk assessments, capital investment planning, and major project execution.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency across all business functions.
• Ensure compliance and best practice in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) systems.

Strategic Partnerships and Support

• Represent the College in external negotiations and foster strategic partnerships.
• Provide guidance and oversight to the Business Manager – Operations.
• Support child safety commitments in alignment with relevant policies and legislation.

What You'll Bring

• Relevant tertiary financial qualifications and Working with Children check
• Demonstrated experience in a senior financial, operational, or business management role, ideally within the education or not-for-profit sector.
• Proven leadership capability with a record of managing diverse teams and complex projects.
• Strong understanding of governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale capital works projects, new building developments, and infrastructure planning.
• High-level strategic thinking, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Commitment to upholding the Christian values and ethos of Good News Lutheran College.

Why Join Us?

At Good News Lutheran College, you'll join a supportive and purpose-driven environment, where you can make a lasting impact on the future of education. As a senior leader, you will help shape the strategic direction of a flourishing school community grounded in faith and excellence.

The Recruitment Process

All applications will go through a shortlisting stage, after which all suitable applications will be progressed to the interview stage.

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Good News Lutheran College is a Child Safe Environment. Our college actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students. All College staff and volunteers are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment and are expected to comply with the Child Safe Standards, including Ministerial Order 1359. Recruitment practices reflect our commitment to child safety, and all applicants are informed of our child safety policies, including the Child Protection and Safety Policy and the Child Safety Code of Conduct, available on the College's website.