The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) is seeking a Director to lead the Corporate Services Branch. The Corporate Services Branch is responsible for providing a broad range of strategic and operational support services to the Authority across financial management, human resources, procurement, records management and facilities.

Job details

What you will do
In the Director role, you will:

• Provide strategic and expert advice to the Executive Director, Strategy, Planning and Corporate Support on financial management, procurement and human resources matters impacting the Authority by working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and coordinate the development of the Authority's annual budget and funding submission processes, including engagement with the Department of Education and Queensland Treasury.
• Lead and manage positive business relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including the Corporate Administration Agency, Queensland Audit Office, Department of Education and other external service providers.
• Direct the year‐end financial processes, including the preparation of the QCAA Service Delivery Statement, Estimate Committee Briefings and general-purpose financial statements.
• Provide direction to the Authority's procurement function across all business operations, particularly logistical services for internal and external assessment and facilities and assets management.
• Provide value add financial analysis and advisory services to all areas of the Agency, including business/procurement advice and financial capability development.
• Lead the strategic direction, planning, decision making and overall performance of the Corporate Services Branch to ensure corporate services align to business needs and organisational objectives.
• Lead the development, implementation and maintenance of corporate policies, procedures and systems to ensure compliance with all legislative, administrative and professional requirements.
• Oversee the partnering with QCAA's senior management to identify targeted HR strategies and programs aligned to current and future business needs.

What we are looking for
To determine your suitability for the role, your will be assessed on the following key capabilities in the context of the role described:
Vision

• Leads change in complex environments by embracing change, leading with optimism and understanding other's needs through productive stakeholder engagement.
• Stimulates ideas and innovation by gathering insights and using evidence-led and research-based decision-making practices.
Results
• Develops and mobilises talent by enabling others to independently manage and report on their portfolio responsibilities and building capability of the workforce.
• Drives accountability and outcomes by acting in the interests of the community and organisation through the cost-effective commissioning of goods and services, using best practice procurement processes and appropriate supplier relationships.
Accountability
• Demonstrates sound governance by role modelling impartiality, ensuring legislative and regulatory frameworks are applied effectively and actively managing the risk environment.
• Fosters healthy and inclusive workplaces by optimising the work environment and promoting practices that support staff health, safety and wellbeing.

Mandatory requirements
• Tertiary qualifications in accounting, business, commerce or related discipline
• Membership of CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
• Criminal history screening

Further information

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

Documents

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

• Info for applicants guide (Word, 353KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Role description - Director Corporate Services (PDF, 181KB)
  Role Description