Chief Operating Officer

1 week ago

Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Victorian Government - Department of Families, Fairness, and Housing Full time $120,000 - $250,000 per year

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Social Services Regulator and as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) is responsible for a leading a large and diverse high-performing team to support the Social Services Regulator's (SSR) operational requirements including finance, people and culture, communications and education, Information Technology (IT), accommodation and facilities, policy, planning and governance. This includes the development and provision of high quality and authoritative advice on public administration matters for the Social Services Regulator (Public Sector Body Head).

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

  • Oversee and enhance core corporate and enabling functions including finance, procurement ,people and culture, governance, strategic communications and education, IT, accommodation and facilities, and organisational change and transformation activities.
  • Drive organisational change and innovation, leading transformation initiatives to improve regulatory practices, service delivery, and operational efficiency.
  • Oversee the effective operation of the organisation, ensuring operational plans are executed efficiently, and performance meets strategic and regulatory objectives.
  • Lead the budgeting, financial planning, and the allocation of resources to ensure cost-effective service delivery and compliance with public sector financial standards.
  • Foster the development of high-performing teams, driving a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability across the organisation.
  • Manage SSR-wide risk and compliance, ensuring that operational risks are identified, mitigated, and appropriately managed in line with regulatory and legislative obligations.
  • Provide strategic leadership in regulatory operations, balancing efficiency and effectiveness in delivering the SSR's remit while adhering to statutory and public policy requirements.

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HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please contact

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.

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