CELA Consultant, Business Operations

3 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Community Early Learning Australia Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Are you someone who excels in strategic planning?

Do you want to use your expertise to strengthen the sustainability and impact of Early Childhood Education and Care services?

We are seeking candidates with strong business operations and strategy experience, ideally with knowledge of the ECEC sector. With your expertise in applying financial and operational knowledge across a range of ECEC contexts, you'll guide service leaders and committees in building high-quality, sustainable services.

About the role

  • Contractor position with flexible, ad-hoc workflow (based on your expertise and demand)
  • The volume of work will vary depending on client demand and project needs, offering flexibility while providing opportunities to contribute your expertise across a range of services.
  • The role offers flexibility to maintain your current working commitments while providing opportunities to contribute your financial and strategic expertise through CELA's consultancy services.
  • Capability in Strategic Planning

About you

  • Proven experience in strategic and business planning — developing and implementing organisational strategies that drive sustainable growth
  • Ability to conduct scenario planning, and risk analysis
  • Knowledge of ECEC sector governance, compliance requirements, and funding models
  • Capacity to support leaders in aligning strategic planning with organisational goals
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and support non-financial leaders
  • High level of attention to detail, analytical thinking, and record keeping

Requirements:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related discipline

Required documentation:

  • Professional indemnity & public liability insurance
  • It is a condition of employment/engagement with CELA that all staff and contractors hold an up to date Working with Children Check and National Police Check.  National Police Check providers must be accredited by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC).  Adverse information collected via National Police Checks is maintained securely and will be used only where applicable to the role

How to apply:

Send your CV along with a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience, and interest in working with the ECEC sector to

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