About the Queensland Department of Education
The Queensland Department of Education is committed to providing high-quality education and training services to all children, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge needed to contribute to the social, economic, and cultural development of Queensland.
The department sets the foundations for quality early learning experiences and delivers world-class education services, aligned with the state's employment, skills, and economic priorities.
Job Description
We are seeking a Business Manager to join our Queensland Virtual Academy (QVA) team, where you will play a key role in leading and managing service delivery and corporate support functions.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Allocating and monitoring resources, reviewing operations, and contributing to policy initiatives or corporate strategies;
* Maintaining knowledge of financial program management techniques related to the activity or corporate goal of the work area;
* Interpreting and applying legislation, regulations, instructions, or other guideline material relating to the operations, policies, or functions of the work area;
* Leading the implementation of QVA leadership decisions by allocating and using resources in accordance with QVA goals;
* Engaging with internal and external stakeholders and clients on behalf of the QVA, nurturing positive relationships with schools.
Main Responsibilities
Culture, Performance, and Impact
You will contribute strategically and operationally to:
* Making insightful decisions based on insight into the broader context and embedding socially just practices in daily QVA life;
* Developing processes for performance measurement and quality assurance of QVA services;
* Setting, modeling, and monitoring high standards of staff performance aligned to the QVA's vision and service-oriented approach to provide equity and excellence.
Communication and Relationships
You will:
* Foster high-quality collaboration, communication, and information sharing to support the delivery of the QVA services;
* Engage effectively and collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders to deliver the services of the QVA;
* Build strong and enduring relationships with schools and teachers in the delivery and management of QVA services.
Accountability
You will drive accountability and outcomes by:
* Demonstrating accountability for the execution and quality of results through professionalism, persistence, and transparency;
* Demonstrating sound governance by maintaining a high standard of practice through governance and risk management.