IMPACT Community Services Limited (IMPACT) is a high profile, community owned organisation supporting the most vulnerable and marginalised members of our community. Since 1978, we have been supporting local people experiencing disadvantage, poverty and exclusion. Our vision is to improve lives. IMPACT is also a Child Safe Organisation committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

Business Manager Education

The Business Manager Education supports the Impact Community ACADEMY and particularly the Principal. Impact Community ACADEMY is a special assistance school in Bundaberg which opened in 2025 and provides a supportive and engaging space for young people at risk of disengaging from traditional education.

The Business Manager Education supports the coordination and delivery of administrative, financial, compliance, governance, information technology, marketing and human resources services to the ACADEMY. These services are provided by Corporate Services teams within IMPACT Community Services to the ACADEMY. The Business Manager is key to ensuring best practice and innovation to create stronger educational outcomes.

What you'll be doing

Acting as the primary point of contact for the Principal and liaising with Corporate Services teams

Providing a range of governance and corporate services (eg, preparation of budgets, correspondence, audits, facilities and asset maintenance)

Identifying and meeting legislative requirements, including the mitigation of risk and the management of compliance and quality

Arranging ACADEMY Board meetings, producing meeting minutes and preparing regular reports to the ACADEMY Board of Directors

Performing the role of Company Secretary and managing governance processes

Ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial information supported by the IMPACT Finance Manager, together with supporting the Principal with the preparation and administration of the ACADEMY budget

What we're looking for

Previous experience in a similar role, including currency and a working knowledge of relevant Acts, legislation, processes and procedures in secondary schools

A strong knowledge of legislation, compliance, governance and financial practices

Practical experience in coordinating systems, policies and procedures related to purchasing, asset management, financial, reporting and administration

A track record in coaching others

Ability to provide practical advice to the ACADEMY Principal, staff and Directors

Excellent organisational and time management skills

What we offer

Rostered Day Off every fortnight

Salary packaging up to $18,500 per year to increase your take home pay

Birthday bonus day off

Paid 2 hours per month to donate to a worthy cause of your choice

Opportunities for advancement with our 'grow your own' approach

Leadership programs with the Institute of Managers and Leaders

Leaders Lab, development support for employees aspiring to leadership roles

Workplace Chaplaincy for face to face, confidential support

Westpac Corporate Partner program with discounted bank products and financial education

Corporate Gym Membership offer

To find out more, view our Position Description and full list of staff benefits at our Get Involved - Careers With Us page at www.impact.org.au

How to apply

Submit your application today and provide your:

Cover letter showing us why you are a great match for this role

Current Resume

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as suitable applicants apply.

IIMPACT welcomes all applications, including from Indigenous Australians, people with a lived experience of mental health concerns and recovery, a disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ+ and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We believe that diversity in our workplace makes us stronger and we provide equal opportunity to all. IMPACT is proud to be an INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER 2024-2025 with the Diversity Council Australia. Selection for all vacancies is made on the basis of merit.