Business Manager, Global Education Network

• $103,920 - $125,735 (Plus Superannuation)
• Fixed Term – 2 years
• Usual hours of work: Full Time (flexibility may be available)
• Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne CBD (flexibility may be available)

The Team
The Business Manager, Global Education Network, International Education, is a key member of the International Education branch's Market Development and Global Education Network team, responsible for the smooth functioning of the Global Education Network (GEN) and offshore Study Melbourne Hubs.
The Market Development and GEN team supports the department's overseas network of 19 Education Services Managers (ESMs), Consultants and Study Melbourne Hub Coordinators, based across or managed by Victorian Government Trade and Investment (VGTI) Offices, and Study Melbourne Hubs established in five offshore locations.
The Role
The Business Manager reports to the Manager of the Market Development and GEN team and will work with the team to provide business and operational support for the Global Education Network (GEN) and Study Melbourne Hubs, including development and coordination of advice related to all aspects of hub operations and functions relevant to country specific and Victorian Government requirements.

The role involves:

• financial management, tracking of budgets and reporting;
• business planning and reporting processes;
• and working effectively with a wide range of corprorate partners to ensure best practice operation of the GEN and hubs related to IT, risk management, privacy, commercial legal advice, procurement and HR.

The Candidate
The successful applicant will work effectively as a member of a team, enjoy flexible working arrangements and undertake a wide variety of work across the group. They will have excellent communication skills, a background in business management, good working knowledge of corporate policies and processes, and an ability to balance priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience working in government and/or an understanding of the global context for international education is desirable.
Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact Kim Cleary, Manager, Market Development and Global Education Network, on +61 420 663 755 or kim.cleary@global.vic.gov.au.
Applicants will be required to comply with the Department of Jobs, Precincts and Region's (department's) COVID-19 Vaccination requirements, in line with the Chief Health Officer (CHO) Directions and any other legislative requirements, directions, policies or procedures, including but not limited to any requirement to provide evidence of vaccination status.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.
How to Apply
Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Applications close at midnight on 28 June 2022.