Business-Operations Manager

Canberra ACT
6-12-Month Contract (with potential for extension)
Attractive Salary Package + Super + Vehicle Allowance + 5 Weeks Leave

Canberra PCYC is seeking an experienced and motivated Operations Manager to join our Executive Leadership Team.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role within one of Canberra’s most respected community organisations, delivering programs that support vulnerable young people, strengthen families, reduce youth offending and create pathways to education and employment.

Why Join Canberra PCYC?

Every day, our team changes lives.

From youth diversion and early intervention programs to family support, mental health initiatives, social enterprises and employment pathways, Canberra PCYC works with hundreds of young people across the ACT each year.

As Operations Manager, you will help lead and support these services while working alongside a passionate and committed team.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will:

·      Provide finance and governance advice to the CEO and management team.

·      Ensure compliance with funding agreements, policies, procedures and legislative requirements.

·      Ensure business systems operate efficiently and effectively.

·      Ensure IT, databases and reporting systems meet privacy requirements and that data security is maintained at the highest standards (e.g. Essential 8 or similar).

·      Contribute to organisational growth, innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.

·      Build and maintain strong relationships with government departments, stakeholders and community partners.

·      Provide operational leadership across multiple programs and service areas.

·      Lead, mentor and support program managers and staff.

·      Work with CEO and senior staff to support and implement the CPCYC strategic plan to assist CPCYC to meet its mission and goals.

·      Oversee compliance, reporting and funding obligations.

·      Support workforce development, recruitment and performance management

·      Support strategic planning and organisational growth.

·      Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.

·      Ensure programs continue to deliver outstanding outcomes for young people and families.

About You

You are a confident and capable leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about community impact.

You will bring:

·      Demonstrated leadership and management experience.

·      Experience within community services, youth services, education, justice, health or related sectors.

·      Strong people leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.

·      Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving abilities.

·      Sound knowledge of Microsoft systems and applications

·      Experience managing compliance, contracts and reporting requirements.

·      Demonstrated leadership and people management experience, in a dynamic operational environment.

·      Current Driver’s License.

·      Current WWVP Registration (or ability to obtain).

·      National Police check

What We Offer

·      Attractive salary package.

·      Vehicle allowance.

·      Mobile phone and laptop.

·      Five weeks annual leave.

·      Flexible and supportive workplace.

·      Opportunity to work alongside highly respected government and community partners.

·      The chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people.

Apply Now

Please submit:

·      Current Resume

·      Cover Letter outlining your suitability for the role

·      Two professional referees

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Cheryl O’Donnell
CEO – Canberra PCYC

Join us and help shape brighter futures for young people across the ACT.