Seeking an experienced Business Manager to focus on financial management, administration and compliance, and to contribute to program expansion.
Working under limited direction and with reasonable autonomy, you will be accountable to perform and achieve complex financial and commercial work within an integrated workforce.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop budgets and manage financial operations (procurement, contracting, invoicing and revenue).
* Supervise the administrative operations team, overseeing youth participation and customer service.
* Conduct market research and analysis to inform commercial decisions (costing new program initiatives, modelling commercial fee structures).
* Contribute to business development by writing policies, procedures, decision briefs, board papers and other business documents.
* Provide commercial and financial advice, ensuring compliance with legislation and policy.
* Administer special accounts and trust monies, including fundraising and compliance.
* Collaborate with stakeholders, including acting as Advisory Board secretariat.
* Participate in a paid out‑of‑hours duty roster when Sail Training Ship (STS) Young Endeavour is at sea.
About Our Team
The Young Endeavour Youth Scheme (YEYS) is a Commonwealth program delivering world‑class development outcomes for young Australians aboard Sail Training Ship Young Endeavour. Our small, collaborative team is responsible for program development, youth administration, marketing communication, partnerships, commercial operations and governance. We work closely with Navy and Defence to deliver the Young Endeavour Program, support youth policy outcomes, develop partnerships and build awareness of Navy in the community.
Ideal Candidate
* Good understanding of relevant legislative frameworks, policies and procedures, with the ability to interpret and apply this knowledge and provide expert advice.
* Supervisory experience in a business operations or program delivery environment, able to develop work plans, assign resources, manage performance and prioritise activities to meet deadlines and organisational goals.
* Proactive and collaborative team player.
* Demonstrated initiative and judgement.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a dynamic team environment.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
* Sound skills in Microsoft Office applications, especially MS Word and MS Excel.
* Ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
* High‑level customer service skills and experience using customer relationship management and record‑keeping systems.
Security Clearance
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at "Negative Vetting Level 1".
Mandatory Qualifications
Must hold or be able to obtain a NSW Working with Children Check within six months of commencement.
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