Our client is a highly respected and recognised ex-service organisation offering innovative programs and initiatives to support veterans, their families, and the wider community. Their mission is to raise awareness, increase social connection, and deliver services to ensure a continuing legacy and a brighter future.
The Senior Manager Operations is responsible for the leadership and coordination of a regionally dispersed Advocacy team. The team works closely with veterans and their families, providing advice and assistance in relation to claims and appeal matters in process with DVA. Your role provides guidance and oversight at an operational level, with the opportunity to review day-to-day workflow processes, build reporting capability, and identify areas for continuous improvement. This role will:
Engage with Team Leaders to plan/develop/refine workflow processesOversee management of workload with a focus on seamless service deliveryInterpret and apply legislation relevant to the advocacy team service offeringManage internal and external stakeholder relationships including cross-functional teams, government agencies, community organisations, volunteer networks, and the wider military communityDevelop activity reporting capability, extracting and analysing service-based metricsProvide team leadership through coaching, developing, and mentoringGoal setting activities aligned to organisational outcomesThe ideal candidate will be tertiary qualified in Business, Management, or a related discipline. Significant experience working in operational leadership roles, where you have been responsible for managing workflows and processes, is key to success in this role.
Other skills, knowledge, and experience include:
A collaborative leadership style and approachExperience managing geographically dispersed teamsStrategic mindset with strong operational management capabilitiesAbility to review processes and identify areas for continuous improvementTransferrable industry experience gained in Insurance, Disability Services, Aged Care, or ADFAbility to navigate complex environments and scenariosAbility to interpret and apply relevant legislation in a practical wayAbility to develop reporting capability and analyse metricsFlexibility to undertake regular regional travelHolding a C class Drivers LicenceThis is a great opportunity to continue maturing functional processes whilst driving BAU workloads and workflow in this claims/appeals environment. Your leader is highly connected to mission and purpose, fostering a collaborative environment. Your role has the scope to operate autonomously, driving effort to deliver outcomes.
The role offers competitive remuneration including base, super, and access to not-for-profit salary packaging (up to $15,900 pa). In addition, a job function vehicle is provided.
Based in Fortitude Valley, the organisation offers a hybrid working environment (3 days office/2 days home).
Candidates will be required to complete pre-employment checks including a police check as part of the recruitment process.
Initial enquiries are welcome to Angie McGibbon, 0404 537 106. Please submit your application to be considered for this great opportunity.
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