Business Manager - Education Futures Institute - North Queensland Region, Education
Department of Education QLD – Mount Isa QLDFull time, Contract, Part time, Casual/TemporaryThis is an exciting opportunity to be part of the Education Futures Institute in the Queensland Department of Education.
We're looking for an innovative and strategic Business Manager to support the North Queensland Capability team with business and financial processes across our region.
The role is fast paced, and will be based in Mount Isa.
This position is offered on a temporary full-time basis until 05 December 2025 unless otherwise determined.About the Department:The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to ensuring Queenslanders have the education and skills they need to contribute to the economic and social development of Queensland.
The department delivers world-class education services to all students and contributes to the achievement of Queensland's employment, skills and economic priorities.About the role:As the Business Manager you will:Monitor and coordinate the delivery of corporate functions within the region office, including human resource and financial management.Provide professional and executive support to the Executive Director, Directors and departmental officers.Responsibilities include:Manage the day-to-day operations of the regional campus (Mount Isa), 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.Coordinate the development, implementation, operation and continuous improvement of the region's systems, corporate policies and procedures related to purchasing, asset management systems, financial systems and reporting, human resource management and administration systems.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.Lead administration, organisation and corporate functions to support the delivery of capability programs and initiatives.Work with stakeholders to ensure the effective management and maintenance of site facilities and resources including fleet, to ensure effective management and use of available resources.Our ideal applicant is someone who:Has outstanding communication and customer service skills.Is experienced with Finance and/or Human Resource responsibilities.Brings high level organisation and problem solving to prioritise and manage tasks.Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Content Manager and MS Teams; exposure to SAP would be beneficial.Enjoys working with a diverse team to deliver outcomes and make a positive impact in education.Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.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
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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.When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.
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