Executive Business Manager

EXECUTIVE BUSINESS MANAGER

Applications close 5pm Friday 11th July. Please Note: CCG reserves the right to close the position close early if a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date.

Community College Gippsland (CCG) transforms lives through learning. While the history of our not-for-profit organisation dates back 50 years in Gippsland, we are growing and evolving as we enter our most exciting chapter yet. Will you be a part of our future?

We’re seeking a highly skilled, strategic and motivated professional to manage our corporate services. The successful applicant will enjoy the opportunity to work alongside a dynamic executive team, make a real difference in our community and benefit from an attractive salary package.

An integral member of our executive team, this position plays a lead role in the operations of:

• Our independent school, ECG Secondary College
• Our Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and Learn Local sites
  
  

Your Skills And Experience Will Include

• Leading, motivating and developing a high performing, accountable and inspired team (essential)
• Advanced financial acumen (essential), accounting knowledge preferred
• Facilities management (essential), experience managing capital works projects favoured
• Compliance and risk management (essential), knowledge of application in education preferred
  
  

For more information about the role, please contact Dale Gemmell, CEO, on 0400 414 979.

Role Specific Responsibilities

• Working with the Board, CEO and Senior Leadership Team to drive and deliver the achievement of strategic planning objectives and milestones.
• Providing high level information and support to the Board and Senior Leadership Team in the support of meeting the operational and governance requirements of the business.
• Ensuring the corporate services functions within the remit of the Executive Business Manager’s role are fulfilling operational requirements and are being acquitted to the optimum levels of efficiency and effectiveness whilst performing within budgetary parameters – including:
• The finance function (incorporating accountancy, accounts payable and receivable) and associated record keeping and administrative requirements.
• The maintenance, integrity and utilisation of the finance system that facilitates all associated financial reporting is undertaken accurately and within required timeframes.
• The provision and maintenance of ICT support services, applications, infrastructure, and equipment.
• The management and maintenance of CCG’s facilities and equipment.
• Providing oversight of the financial management of CCG, including the preparation of management reports, statutory reports and budgets while monitoring and reporting on performance against OPEX, CAPEX and cash flow budgets. This also includes the facilitation of the annual external financial audit and any extensions to the audit scope.
• Providing oversight, support and guidance of the Café and Copy Centre and associated staff to ensure they meet performance and quality expectations, whilst operating within budget parameters.
• Motivating, developing, and leading a high performing and accountable team while actively monitoring and addressing staff performance and any staffing or HR issues in a timely manner.
• Driving, promoting, and facilitating innovation and best practice across the organisation.
• Leading by example to set the tone for expectations, behaviour, and performance in line with CCG values and policies.
• Building and maintaining effective and productive relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Assisting in meeting Philanthropic Fund Strategic Plan objectives, milestones, and fundraising targets.
• Ensuring continuous improvement practices are embedded into all corporate services related tasks and processes.
• Ensuring the highest quality of service delivery and customer service is being delivered across CCG.
  
  

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

• 5+ years’ experience as either a Business Manager (or equivalent) within an education setting (desirable); or as an Executive with financial oversight of a diverse business.
• Experience in and knowledge of accounting, budgeting, financial and risk management.
• Understanding of governance and regulatory requirements of a not-for-profit organisation.
• Capacity to lead and manage building and maintenance works.
• Highly developed communication, interpersonal, presentation and written skills.
• Experience with successfully leading and managing a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to successfully communicate and liaise with people at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Demonstrable workflow management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrable successful task organisation skills and implementation of continuous improvement.
  
  

Mandatory Requirements

• Clear Police Check or a Victorian Institute of Teaching Licence
• Clear Working with Children Check or a Victorian Institute of Teaching Licence
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence
  
  

Qualifications

• A minimum tertiary level qualification in Business, Finance or Accounting or another discipline or disciplines relevant to this role.
  
  

If this sounds like the next step you want to take to make a difference to the community in a meaningful way, please submit your application with resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria listed above.

For further information and a full position description please see our website https://ccg.asn.au/jobs/

Community College Gippsland (CCG) is a child safe organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all students. CCG supports and adheres to Child Safety Standards.

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• Provide a safe and inclusive environment that is free from discrimination
• Empower students and harness their uniqueness through voice and agency
• Ensure equal employment opportunities for all and encourage the participation of underrepresented staff
• Celebrate the differences of our people and recognise their unique contributions to our community