National Operations Manager Schools Communities (Remote)

National Operations Manager Schools Communities | Headspace |Australia

headspace Schools & Communities National OperationsManager

Make a difference to young people – join a nationalnot-for-profit organisation
Full time, Hybrid role WFH and the Melbourne CBD office

National Operations Manager Schools Communities | Headspace | Australia

headspace Schools & Communities National Operations Manager

Make a difference to young people – join a national not-for-profit organisation
Full time, Hybrid role WFH and the Melbourne CBD office
Exciting Leadership opportunity

What is headspace National

headspace is the leading youth mental health organisation in Australia. Recognised nationally, headspace helps thousands of young people, and their family and friends, access vital support through our headspace services in over 149 communities across Australia. To learn more about headspace and the services we offer, visit headspace.org.au.

About the role

Reporting to the Head of headspace Schools & Communities, the National Operations Manager is a Senior Leader within the Schools & Communities division, supporting strategic priorities and integration of programs. The role provides leadership to the Program Managers, providing direct line management to 5-7 FTE. The role works closely with the senior leadership team and more broadly across other programs within headspace national.

The National Operations Manager is responsible for the contract management, leadership, management and performance of the program teams and their annual work plans. This will include, but is not limited to:

Lead, coordinate and monitor contract related activities inclusive of the activity work plans, budgets and reporting
Work with the national leadership team and stakeholders to apply a continuous improvement approach to service delivery
Lead and effectively manage all the operational and strategic aspects of contracts and programs
Build the headspace culture and engagement of our people through effective people leadership and management at both the team and individual level
Engage with national and state/territory stakeholders as appropriate across health and education
Participate in leadership and governance meetings and committees
Identify and manage risks to programs or service delivery
Enact opportunities to integrate and collaborate the division and the broader headspace platform

Who we’re looking for

The National Operations Manager is a highly experienced and innovative professional, with proven knowledge and proficiency in managing services and programs to support children, families, schools, and communities. With qualifications in health or education, the incumbent is familiar and connected to school systems, government sector, and the not-for-profit sector across Australia. The National Operations Manager also has experience in leading and motivating teams to meet key performance deliverables.

What’s on offer

A workplace where people are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work
Excellent salary packaging up to the maximum amount ($15,900) – For more information on salary packaging, please refer to: https://www.smartsalary.com.au/.
Hybrid work environment where you can work from home and in the office
Professional development opportunities
First-rate Melbourne CBD location with great on-site facilities
A focus on wellbeing
A commitment to diversity

How to apply

Click on ‘Apply Now’ to view the position description, and to complete your application.
Your application must include a resume and cover letter telling us why you are the best candidate for the role considering the Key Responsibilities found in the position description
For more information contact Kristen Douglas, Head of headspace Schools & Communities, kdouglas@headspace.org.au
Applications close 11.30pm Friday 6th December 2024.

To be eligible for this position you must

Have the right to live and work in Australia
Have a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or equivalent, and/or pass all of the WWCC(s) required for this role (please note that for some roles, headspace requires WWCCs for other State/Territories in addition to your Home State)
Satisfactorily undergo a headspace Police Check

headspace is committed to being a child safe and child friendly organisation that recognises, respects and promotes the rights of children, young and vulnerable people.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this role and all current vacancies.

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