Corporate Services Manager - EL2

Location: thursday-Island
Salary: $129,949 - $148,008 + 15.4% Super
Job Type: permanent
Contact: Sam Rubino
Corporate Services Manager - EL2

•    Torres Strait Regional Authority
•    Thursday Island QLD 
•    $129,949 - $148,008 (plus 15.4% superannuation, remote locality allowance and other entitlements in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement)
•    Permanent or Fixed-term 12-18 months 

About:
We are recruiting a newly created and exciting Corporate Services Manager (EL2) position for our federal government the Torres Strait Reginal Authority. The Torres Strait Regional Authority is an Australian Federal Government body established to administer the Torres Strait Islands. The primary function of the authority is to strengthen the economic, social and cultural development of the peoples of the Torres Strait area, with approximately 150 staff 80% of whom identify as Torres Strait Islander and/or Aboriginal people. 

This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to make a real mark in an exciting period of transformation. 

Essential: 
•    A graduate or postgraduate qualification in law, human resource management, administration, information technology or other relevant business management discipline granted by a tertiary education provider. 
•    Demonstrated experience in managing IT, business and information management systems and projects. 
•    Demonstrated experience in managing human resource function in a Commonwealth entity.

Highly regarded: 
•    Experience managing complex Industrial Relations issues 
•    Demonstrated leadership capability and strong stakeholder management skills 
•    Experience working in remote communities and working with geographically dispersed teams 
•    Experience developing and implementing Policy 

The work of the team:

Corporate Services provides payroll, information management & technology and corporate administration services to the organisation. In addition, it oversees work, health and safety and facilities management functions including asset management and fleet operations. The team leads and coordinates a range of compliance and assurance reporting requirements on behalf of the TSRA, supporting the CEO in enabling the efficient operation of the TSRA. 

Duties and responsibilities in this role:

The Corporate Services Manager is part of the Executive Team, working with the Chief Executive Officer and supporting the Board ensures the provision of efficient services for the TSRA Administration and Board and the Minister in order to facilitate decision-making. This is a critical role with a broad remit and the opportunity to make tangible differences to Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal people, both immediately and for future generations.
The Corporate Services Manager works collaboratively with Program Managers and the Chief Financial Officer to drive and promote the efficient and effective use of human, information technology and physical resources.   

Corporate Policy and Planning activities

•    Support the Chief Executive Officer in the design and implementation of key organisational reforms Prepare and oversee relevant organisational policies and procedures for finance and areas involving corporate activities ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and government requirements.
•    Manage and develop staff in the Corporate Services team to optimise organisational performance.
•    Ensures TSRA complies with all relevant statutory requirements and coordinate reporting to parliament on the operations of the TSRA. 
•    Leads work on managing TSRA’s obligations as it relates to privacy, freedom of information and public interest disclosures.

Human Resources

•    Oversee TSRA records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and government requirements.
•    Advise and set a strong IR best practice in the organisation
•    Monitor WH&S performance and investigate and address incidents within area of responsibility.

Coordinate Facility and Asset Management 

•    Oversee and maintain TSRA facilities and assets across multiple remote and regional sites.
•    Oversee buildings and tenancies to deliver a seamless operation of TSRA accommodation requirements. 
•    Oversee external contractors providing maintenance, security, landscaping and cleaning services to ensure standards are maintained.
•    Develop a four year Asset Maintenance Plan and lead the implementation of the plan.  

Things to tell us in your pitch:

Note, you don’t need to meet every single criterion in order to apply, but please try to address each point below in your pitch. 
•    Proven ability to lead, develop and implement organisational reform and experience across the service offerings related to the duties of the relevant position.
•    Experience in similar senior level management positions covering the entire range of skill sets.
•    An understanding of the challenges inherent in managing a diverse property portfolio and operating in a remote and geographically vast region.
•    Proven stakeholder management skills, including the ability to communicate with influence in writing, in person, and in making presentations to represent the TSRA in a range of forums. TSRA stakeholders include our elected TSRA Board, local, state and federal government officials and community organisations across the Torres Strait.
•    Strong leadership skills, the ability to foster trust and collaboration, and experience in developing teams and individuals to reach their potential by participating in personalised and appropriate performance development processes.
•    Highly developed knowledge of Public Service values, codes of conduct and legislative frameworks, including practical knowledge of the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013. 

Identified Position 

This vacancy is an identified position, meaning the role has a strong involvement in issues relating to Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal people. 

All employees at the TSRA are required to liaise with Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal people, communities and service providers. If you are not a Torres Strait Islander and/or Aboriginal person your application must demonstrate that you have:

•    understanding of the issues affecting Torres Strait Islander and/or Aboriginal peoples
•    demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Torres Strait Islander and/or Aboriginal peoples
•    demonstrated capability and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency.

How to Apply:

•    Submit your resume and 'one page pitch' via the 'Apply Now' button below. Your resume should include:
o    your contact details
o    any educational qualifications you have; and 
o    information about your prior experience. 

•    Include your one-page pitch. This document should relate your skills, knowledge, and experience to the ‘things to tell us in your pitch’ including your cultural competency where required. 

o    Try not to duplicate information that can already be found in your resume but do highlight any specific examples or achievements that will demonstrate your ability to perform the role.

•    Submit your application via Seek before [11:30pm AEST, Wednesday / 8th of March]. When this has been done successfully you will receive an automated email. 

If you experience any difficulties accessing or submitting your online application, please contact Six Degrees Executive at (07) 3153 9900 or at APSrecruitment@sixdegreesexecutive.com.au