Join a dynamic leadership team at Kowanyama State School and play a key role in driving the school's operational and financial success.
As Business Manager, you'll oversee budgets, resources, and administration to support quality learning outcomes in a vibrant and community-focused school environment.
Apply now to lead with impact and help shape the future of Kowanyama State School
About the School
Kowanyama means "place of many waters" in the Yir Yoront language. The community includes the Kokoberra, Yir Yoront (or Kokomenjen) and Kunjen clans, who each have language and other cultural differences. Kowanyama is situated on the Cape York Peninsula. Bound to the west by the Gulf of Carpentaria and on the banks of Magnificent Creek
Kowanyama State School is a Kindy - Year 10 remote indigenous community school on the Gulf of Carpentaria in Far North Queensland with an enrolment of approximately 220 students. Situated 600km North West of Cairns, the community of approximately 1200 people is isolated during the wet season each year (Dec - Mar approx.). Access to the school and community at this time is only by plane. During the dry season (Apr - Nov approx.) vehicle access is usually possible but only if the roads are passable.
At Kowanyama State School, we strive every day to uphold our school values: respect learning, respect community.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
* Operate autonomously in the provision of business services to the school, in an environment that at times exhibits a degree of complexity and frequently requires the interpretation of information and adaptation of processes;
* Provide a comprehensive range of administrative support and identify problems, conduct research, seek expert advice, recommend solutions;
* Undertake the day to day supervision and management of school support staff, including monitoring workloads and performance;
* Support the Principal with the preparation and administration of the budget, undertaking day to day financial activities;
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Please note: there is NO housing offered as part of this role.
About You:
* A strong communicator
* Have great time management skills
* Have previous experience relevant to the role
Submit Your Application:
* Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
* Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.