ABOUT THE ROLE

The Head of Operations manages the strategic implementation, high-quality governance, regulatory and financial compliance, refined systems, and team leadership commensurate with organisational stability, synergy and growth. In partnership with the CEO and leadership team, and the direct reporting of administrative staff, this role enables our programs and educators to thrive, helping achieve our mission of safer, happier children.

ABOUT BODY SAFETY AUSTRALIA

Body Safety Australia is Victoria's largest and most trusted provider of programs, training and resources to help children and young people be free from violence and enjoy equitable and respectful relationships. We take a holistic and whole-of-community approach to harm prevention, delivering services to:

Children and young people in early childhood education, primary schools and secondary schools

Parents and carers

Teachers and education staff

Community, sector and governing bodies

We also engage in a wide range of activities to support our work and contribute to the primary prevention and child protection sector, including robust research and evaluation projects, advocacy, social media, webinars and podcasts. We are a swiftly growing organisation expanding into new territories and nationwide campaigning.

We are guided by our mission, our commitment to child safety and our values of Safety, Excellence, Responsiveness, Empowerment, Inclusion and Compassion.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR PEOPLE WHO:

Are genuinely passionate about being change makers and being part of prevention of harm towards children.

Enjoy breadth in their job, and leap at the chance to contribute diverse career skills.

Understand the value of administration and takes a strategic approach to operations.

Have superior knowledge and experience of operational functions and systems, Industrial Relations and human resources best practices, setting and meeting financial targets and organisational compliance.

Is familiar with the responsibilities of executive leadership and governance, and wants to form a strong relationship with leaders.

Have a desire to learn, share knowledge and support a team, leading from beneath.

Have an understanding of primary prevention education and the critical issues associated with sexual and family violence and understanding of child protection practices and compliance.

Are experienced in the areas of governance support, finance, office management, human resources, particularly in education consulting and/or non-profit organisations

Have a tertiary qualification/s in business management or over 5 years’ relevant experience.

Have a current Working with Children Check and agree to undergo a police check

Are an excellent verbal and written communicator with exemplary phone manner and time management skills

WHAT YOUR DAY LOOKS LIKE

The Head of Operations role will best suit someone who works best with a diverse portfolio and is able to adapt quickly to changing priorities, bringing proactivity and motivational energy to their workplace. Body Safety Australia is lean organisation that is growing rapidly in response to recent focuses on child safety by the public and policymakers.

The breadth of responsibilities and grassroots nature of the organisation means you’ll constantly be adjusting to suit the day-to-day needs of the team and the organisation’s objectives. This role requires someone who can approach their own role strategically and manage their time to ensure that they get to progress each area of accountability (eg finance, governance, project management) to best service the bigger picture. You will be in strong communication with the CEO, which is a critical relationship that informs the understanding of direction which you’ll have the knowledge, gut instinct and initiative to translate into operational tactics.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the Governance and strategic direction of the organisation as a member of the leadership team.

Action key finance duties and work toward financial targets

Manage administration team members, activities, targets and systems improvement, including bookings and sales tactics.

Lead Human Resources actionables including recruitment/onboarding, KPI setting and performance management, development and implementation of policies and procedures.

Provide direction and support for proper office management/maintenace, key compliance duties and overseeing our special projects.

HOW TO APPLY

It is important that candidates review the Position Description on the Body Safety Australia website. If interested, please apply through Seek with:

a cover letter detailing your interest in the role, relevant experience with the tasks identified in the Position Description, and availability.

a CV or Resume detailing experience, qualifications and references.

If you have any questions about the role, these can be directed to the Operations Manager by email [email protected].

OUR COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITIES

Body Safety Australia is committed to ensuring that our organisation is inclusive and reflects the diversity of of all children, young people, their families and communities we work with. We recognise that some people rarely see themselves reflected in the organisations they wish to be part of.

To address this, Body Safety Australia strongly supports applications from people who identify as:

Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and First Nations

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer, Asexual, Non-binary, Brotherboy, Sistergirl, Irawihiti, Ira kore, Fa'afafine, Takataapui, Two spirit or otherwise diverse in gender and sexuality.

Disabled

Migrant and/or refugee

Survivors

We understand that for some people from these communities, there have been barriers to further education or employment. We are open to receiving applications from individuals who may not meet all of the key criteria but who bring lived experience and have a dedication to learning and building a career within the organisation.

Body Safety Australia has a commitment to Child Safety. It is an offence under the Child Protection (Prohibited Employment) Act 2005 for a person convicted of a serious sex office to apply for this position. Any offer of employment by Body Safety Australia is subject to a satisfactory Working with Children Check and police check. It is expected that all Body Safety Australia staff will adhere to the Victorian Child Safe Standards and the National Child Safe Principles at all times.