Join a leadership group transforming education in NSW, and make a difference to students in NSW Ongoing Public Service Senior Executive Band 1 role with a remuneration range of $247,225 - $271,328 per annum Based in Parramatta with flexible work options About us At the NSW Department of Education , we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training. We ensure young children get the best start in life by supporting and regulating the early childhood education and care sector. We unlock excellence and unleash the potential of two-thirds of school children in NSW. We're proudly public and the largest education system in Australia. We nurture opportunities for every learner to develop the skills needed for their chosen career path, helping shape the industries of tomorrow. We respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia. About the role In this role, you will lead and develop strategic plans and initiatives to support the Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Chief Financial Officer by leading budget development and allocation, monitoring and analysis, strategic financial planning and analysis, and financial management transformation for the Department of Education and related entities within the Education Cluster. This is an opportunity to have a significant impact on the direction and outcomes for the NSW Department of Education through the strategic allocation of budget to achieve our key goals including Our Plan for NSW Public Education. For more details about this role, please click here to view the Role Description. About you You will be an accomplished people leader, relationship builder, problem solver and possess strong acumen in numbers. You will have experience in delivering budgets in large and complex organisations. Our ideal candidate will have experience in leading large teams through significant change. Your role is crucial in delivering operational efficiencies and effectively leading financial planning, budgeting and strategic financial management. Experience working within NSW Government will be favourable but not essential. This role requires a motivated and enthusiastic individual who enjoys having a broad role and thrives when given autonomy and responsibility. The ideal candidate will possess strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with a track record of implementing successful operational improvements. To be successful in this role, you will have: Demonstrated extensive experience at a senior level in the management of a large team in a complex organisation. Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department's Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people. Appropriate tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline such as finance, business, management, and/or equivalent knowledge and experience. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education. Interested? To apply for this role, please submit an online application and attach your resume along with a cover letter which describes how your capabilities, knowledge and experience make you the best person for this role. Applications Close: Sunday 21 July 2024 at 11.59pm Contact: For enquiries about the recruitment of this role, please contact Jimmy Ng – jimmy.ng4det.nsw.edu.au Please note: We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ( dandidet.nsw.edu.au ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion . A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months. Candidates on a talent pool may be chosen and directly offered employment in other or similar roles (ongoing or term) in the near future.
