At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world.
MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia, owning, governing, and operating approximately 300 Catholic schools, employing over 16,000 staff, and serving more than 112,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne.
It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our recently launched strategic plan: MACS 2030: forming lives to enrich the world.
WHY WORK FOR US?
Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget.
Access to flexible working arrangements, including working from home.
Work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure success in your role.
Job Description The General Manager, Reportable Conduct is a full-time ongoing position.
The General Manager oversees compliance with child safety and reportable conduct regulations, supporting the 2030 Strategic Plan.
The role involves managing complex cases related to reportable conduct, leading teams, and collaborating across MACS to ensure a child-safe culture.
Key responsibilities include policy development, risk management, and stakeholder engagement with both internal and external bodies.
Clinical supervision is provided to handle challenging content related to child protection.
Candidates need strong leadership skills, knowledge of legislative requirements, and a commitment to child-centered practices.
This role would suit a candidate with strong experience in child safety compliance, especially within education or similar sectors.
They should possess proven leadership in managing sensitive cases, a thorough understanding of regulatory frameworks, and the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams.
Key qualities include excellent stakeholder collaboration skills and a commitment to promoting a safe, child-centered culture.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Lead and manage teams, providing guidance and professional development to ensure compliance with legislative and internal standards.
Develop and implement strategic plans and frameworks to address high-risk issues and support timely case resolution.
Drive the development of policies, procedures, and training for consistent oversight of reportable conduct.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address concerns and promote best practices in reportable conduct.
Oversee data collection and analysis to inform decision-making and support continuous improvement in risk mitigation.
Manage budgets for projects and initiatives, optimizing resource utilization.
Prepare and present data and reports on reportable conduct matters for key stakeholders, including Board Committees.
ABOUT YOU
Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory and legislative frameworks related to child safety, reportable conduct, and compliance with the Victorian education sector's standards.
Experience in reportable conduct and case management, especially handling complex cases in education or child-focused settings.
Child-centered approach to safety with a deep understanding of child safety standards and practices that prioritize children's welfare.
Strong investigative and decision-making skills, with experience managing sensitive investigations and maintaining procedural fairness.
Proven leadership ability to manage and develop teams, focusing on collaboration and fostering a safe, positive work environment.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, capable of working effectively across various teams and levels within the organization.
Resilience, adaptability, and continuous improvement mindset, with a commitment to high standards and a proactive approach to change and innovation.
HOW TO APPLY
Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria.
Click APPLY to submit your application.
If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our HR team by email .
You will need to provide:
An up-to-date Resume A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages.
Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children in our care.
The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check, and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check.
Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4.00pm Wednesday, 5 February 2025.
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