The purpose of this role is to assist the Chief Insurance Officer, supporting the Departments compliance with the Financial Management Act 1994, the Standing Directions under the Financial Management Act 1994, DTF's Financial Reporting Directions, Australian and Victorian tax legislations, and Government Accounting and Australian Accounting Standards, and to manage insurance programs across DE's Early Learning activities, programs and initiatives.
About the Department The role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy and healthy lives. It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st century economy and society.
About the Division The Finance and Compliance Branch is responsible for ensuring that the financial records of the Department are maintained in an accurate manner that enables the timely extraction of financial data across the Department. In addition, the Branch is responsible for the compilation of the Department's financial and taxation reporting requirements to its various stakeholders, ensuring the Department's compliance with Financial Management, Taxation Compliance Frameworks, Financial Policies and providing DE accounting, tax, and insurance services for corporate, schools and Early Learning.
About the Role The purpose of this role is to assist the Chief Insurance Officer, supporting the Departments compliance with the Financial Management Act 1994, the Standing Directions under the Financial Management Act 1994, DTF's Financial Reporting Directions, Australian and Victorian tax legislations, and Government Accounting and Australian Accounting Standards, and to manage insurance programs across DE's Early Learning activities, programs and initiatives.
We are in search of a candidate who exhibits clear and engaging communication skills, adept at navigating sensitive discussions with finesse. The ideal individual demonstrates the ability to adapt to audience feedback, ensuring clarity in presentations on insurance topics. Furthermore, they possess strong analytical capabilities, offering practical solutions and collaborating effectively with stakeholders. If you embody genuine objectivity and possess the capacity to discern underlying concerns, we invite you to join our team and leverage your expertise to drive optimal outcomes in our professional environment.
Mandatory Qualifications and Experience 2-3 years of experience in general insurance (underwriting, claims, or broking).Strong grasp of insurance principles and policy details.Tier 2 education level as per ASIC PS 146 Licensing: Training of financial product advisors.Further Information For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au .
For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Michael Roleff via ******. Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Applications close 11:59pm on 19-May-2024
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