Operations Support Manager
Permanent, part‐time (0.8 FTE) position in Perth. Work as part of the Western Australian Leadership team to support children and young people through high‐impact programs.
Who we're looking for
We're seeking a confident, adaptable and highly organised operations professional with experience in program delivery, operations or contract management. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, as is the ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. You should be tech‐savvy, detail‐oriented, self‐motivated, proactive, and able to navigate complexity with curiosity and calm.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage key projects and initiatives that support metro and regional teams.
* Provide high‐level support to the State Director and WA Leadership Team, including reporting internally and to funders.
* Collaborate with Save The Children group functional teams to strengthen and streamline operational processes such as project implementation planning, fleet management, property management, contract compliance reporting and operational risk management.
* Lead a small administration team.
* Work with the Senior Management Team to strengthen, streamline and design effective processes ensuring compliance and risk management.
* Collaborate with finance and group operations teams to ensure state‐based compliance and adherence to organisational process and policy.
* Ensure effective processes for identifying, managing, monitoring and supporting response to risks to programme delivery, quality, staff well‐being and child safeguarding.
Qualifications
Experience in program delivery, operations or contract management with a proven track record of managing multiple projects and priorities across remote and diverse working environments.
Benefits
* Generous salary package plus full salary packaging benefits.
* Individual learning plans to support career development.
* Internal employment and development opportunities.
* Workplace wellness support and confidential Employee Wellbeing Program.
* An inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and allows you to bring your whole self to work.
Applications close Sunday June 14, 2026. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.
Position description: Operations Support Manager. For more information, please contact Amanda Hunt on people.culture@savethechildren.org.au.
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