Job title: Senior Business Specialist
Company: State Government of Victoria
Job description: About the DepartmentThe role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy and healthy lives. It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st century economy and society.About the ROLEDo you want to work within a positive and experienced team that offers diversity and flexibility?A fantastic opportunity exists within the Business Services Branch (BSB) in the Information Management and Technology Division (IMTD) for a detail oriented Senior Business Specialist.We are seeking an energetic, motivated, and business specialist who can transform raw numbers into powerful insights, providing strategic financial leadership and comprehensive budget management across IMTD.The position is pivotal in ensuring the transformative delivery of key projects and services to schools and early learning centres across Victoria. The role serves as a liaison point between Finance Services Division (FSD) and IMTD, with a particular focus on branch and divisional budget management, financial planning/forecasting, financial analysis and reporting, risk management, and financial and project governance.The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with a strong business acumen and the ability to work with senior management, as well as collaborate with stakeholders internal and external to the division.Please refer to the attached ROLE STATEMENT FOR DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIESDesirable Qualifications and Experience
- Significant experience in financial or budget management, including oversight of project or program financial, in a large and complex environment
- Prior government experience is desired but not essential
- Tertiary qualification in relating field is desirable, not mandatory
How to applyTo be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.For more details regarding this position please see attached role statements.Further InformationFor more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms – gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the and ourApplicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.Information about the Department of Education’s operations and employment conditions can be located at .For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Edwina Reynolds – Manager Business Management Services via +61 3 9084 8409 edwina.reynolds@education.vic.gov.au.Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements.Applications close 11:59pm on 14/04/2025Job detailsJob Reference: VG/DE/FPIS/20009163A
Location: Melbourne – CBD
Work Type: Ongoing – full time
Job Function: IT and Telecommunications
Classification: VPSG5
Salary Range: $109,730 – $132,764
Job Duration: N/A
Date posted: 31-Mar-2025
Application Close Date: 14-Apr-2025
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Position Description(PDF, 150KB)
Position DescriptionContact:Edwina Reynoldsedwina.reynolds@education.vic.gov.au
Expected salary: $109730 – 132764 per year
Location: Melbourne, VIC
Job date: Tue, 01 Apr 2025 05:59:49 GMT
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