As the Business Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of the regional office by monitoring and coordinating the delivery of key corporate functions, from human resource to financial management.

You will also provide high-level professional and executive support to the Executive Director, Directors and departmental officers, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the office.

This is your chance to make a real impact at the heart of the organisation.

Job details

About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity,  offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

Why this Role?

Responsibilities include:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the regional office, ensuring efficiency in office procedures and systems, priorities are met, deadlines achieved and the office functions effectively.
• Monitor and report on corporate compliance and budget performance of the region and actively participate in the development of business plans and budget submissions in consultation with senior officers and other staff.
• Provide advice to senior officers and other staff in relation to current and emerging corporate governance and organisational issues which impact on the effectiveness, quality of service delivery and the achievement of outcomes of region.
• Ensure currency and working knowledge of the relevant acts, and procedures, pertinent accounting standards and business practices and policies for funding and appropriation administration.

Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page response to the How you will/may be assessed section of the attached role description

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MNR661830_25P Role Description (PDF, 239KB)
  Role Description