Business Manager

The organisation

Crime Stoppers Victoria (CSV) is a not-for-profit organisation that empowers Victorians to feel safe and to help keep each other safe. For over 35 years, we have been helping Victorians make their community safer by helping them to prevent crime and to confidentially report crime information.

The role

A part-time position (0.6 FTE) reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the role will lead the internal operations of Crime Stoppers Victoria (CSV), providing high-level governance, administrative, strategic planning and operational oversight. The role will drive sustainability for CSV and build trust and strength in the governance structures.

Job responsibilities 

• Manage and maintain a robust corporate governance, risk management, quality improvement and compliance framework, including preparation of policies, procedures and management of contractual obligations.

• Oversee and provide advice on administrative matters including corporate governance, risk management, procurement information, technology services and HR.

• Work with the CEO and HR Consultant to support legislative changes and compliance requirements.

• Management of policy development, implementation and compliance across all areas, including coordinating the review and approval process with the Audit, Finance & Risk Committee (AFRC).

• Liaise with CSV’s external IT providers to ensure CSV has fit-for-purpose IT systems, hardware and equipment, policies and processes.

• Contract management for external service providers and software providers, including SLA and licences.

• Preparation of report packs for the AFRC, relevant reports for the Board, attendance at Board meetings and minute taking as required.

• Management of key project deliverables within the Strategic Plan, with particular emphasis in the area of technology innovation, through exceptional stakeholder management.

• Support the CEO with the formulation and execution of the CSV's strategic objectives, business planning and project management.

Key selection criteria

• Tertiary qualification in relevant discipline e.g. Business Management.

• Comprehensive understanding of governance, policy development, ICT, and risk practices.

• Ability to provide governance leadership and support to all levels of the organisation.

• Highly developed influencing, communication and interpersonal skills.

• Self-motivation, exceptional organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.

• Demonstrated experience in governance and working with Boards. NFP experience desirable.

• Experience working with senior stakeholders in a complex environment.

• Ability to adjust work hours occasionally to accommodate Board meetings and other specific requirements.

What's in it for you?

You will love working for a not-for-profit community organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of Victorians every day. You will feel enthused and passionate about doing your bit to keep the community feeling safe. You will feel a real sense of pride to be working for an organisation and brand that the community thoroughly supports and trusts.

How to apply

Please address your application to Stella Smith, CEO, including your resume and cover letter. As part of our pre-employment screening process, a satisfactory National Police Check, National Fingerprint Record Check, and Working with Children Check will be required from the successful applicant.

Please refer to CSV’s website for the Position Description. For more information, please call Narelle on 0407 871 ***.