Principal Compliance and Governance Officer - Office of the ED, Registration Services (Internat[...]

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Principal Compliance and Governance Officer - Office of the ED, Registration Services (International, Non-State & Home Education) Education (Organisation site)Performance, International and Intergovernmental Division Are you an accomplished financial professional with a passion for corporate governance and driving strategic financial planning? We are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Financial and Compliance Advisor to join our Service Delivery team. This role is crucial in ensuring our Branch's financial integrity and operational excellence. Job details Position status: Fixed Term Temporary Position type: Flexible full-time Occupational group: Administration Classification: AO7 Workplace Location: Job ad reference: QLD/CO617306/25T Closing date: 13-Feb-2025 Job duration: Until 28 January 2026, unless otherwise determined The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to delivering responsive services focused on equity and excellence to Queenslanders and their communities. We promote equity and excellence by our commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights. Your Role: Collaborate with and assist Managers, Directors and the Executive Director to provide authoritative recommendations, advice and information on financial and corporate governance processes for the Registration Services Branch. Manage and coordinate the delivery of corporate functions within the Branch including business planning, financial and document management. Responsibilities include: Monitor, advise and report on corporate compliance, budget performance and strategic financial planning for the Branch and contribute to the development of business plans and budget submissions. Provide leadership and direction as part of the senior leadership and Service Delivery team, develop and implement administrative policies and practices which represent best practice. Organise and lead training, forums and information sessions for staff within the Branch on corporate governance issues and regulatory compliance. Undertake analysis and research and prepare complex reports, submissions, briefing notes and corporate correspondence on a range of corporate governance issues. Contribute to the preparation of the Branch's planning and reporting requirements. Develop and monitor the division's corporate systems procedures to deliver quality outcomes and continuous improvement. Coordinate and manage the development, implementation, operation and continuous improvement of the Branch's systems, corporate policies and procedures related to purchasing, asset management systems, financial systems and reporting, document management, and administration systems. About You: Possess a high-level working knowledge of the latest Financial Act, Financial Management Practice Manual, relevant accounting standards and business practices. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functional boundaries. Interested? To Apply: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees. Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet. #J-18808-Ljbffr