Executive General Manager
BUSY At Work is a vibrant, innovative not-for-profit organisation committed to creating pathways to skills, employment, and education for all.
We are searching for an entrepreneurial, agile, and driven Executive General Manager to lead diverse programs and portfolios into the future.
* Develop and execute strategic initiatives to accelerate growth and drive operational excellence.
* Oversee multiple programs, ensuring contract compliance, quality, and high-performance outcomes.
* Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, industry partners, and stakeholders nationally.
* Lead a high-performing team by setting clear expectations, empowering staff, and fostering a unified, performance-driven culture.
* Navigate a fluid environment, quickly adapting to changing priorities and business focus, with resilience and agility.
The role requires:
Key Responsibilities
* Strategic & Operational Leadership: Shape and deliver long-term strategic plans in collaboration with the Board and executive team. Lead business development efforts, leveraging commercial acumen to build and expand portfolios beyond existing boundaries. Promote collaboration and alignment across the organisation, ensuring all teams are motivated and focused on shared goals.
* Performance & Growth: Set clear expectations and drive performance across teams to meet ambitious targets. Use data and insights to identify issues early and implement swift corrective actions. Lead the execution of growth strategies that focus on building new revenue streams and expanding our impact.
* Contract & Stakeholder Management: Quickly develop a high-level understanding of multiple contracts; then manage and optimise portfolio performance. Foster strong, collaborative relationships with private sector entities, government bodies, and regional partners. Be comfortable with a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where focus and priorities shift rapidly.