Director of Corporate Operations

Albury Wodonga Health (AWH) is seeking an exceptional leader to join our Corporate Services Directorate as Director of Corporate Operations. Reporting directly to the Chief Corporate Services Officer (CCSO), this newly established role operates as a senior strategic adviser and trusted partner, providing executive coordination, governance leadership and oversight of major organisational initiatives across the Corporate Services portfolio.

Working in a Chief of Staff-type capacity, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective operation of the Directorate by coordinating priorities, supporting executive decision-making, driving accountability and leading key transformation programs that deliver value across the organisation. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced leader who thrives in complex environments, enjoys working at pace, and can successfully influence outcomes across multiple teams and stakeholders.

About the Role

As Director of Corporate Operations, you will:

• Act as the principal adviser and coordination lead to the CCSO.
• Drive alignment and collaboration across the Corporate Services portfolios, including Finance, Procurement & Supply Chain, Workforce Operations & Solutions, HR Partnering & Employee Relations, Safety, Culture & Capability, Health Information, Business Intelligence and ICT.
• Coordinate Board, Board Committee and Executive Leadership Team reporting and work programs.
• Review and quality assure executive, Board and governance documentation prior to CCSO endorsement.
• Lead and oversee major organisational projects and transformation initiatives, including the SAP SuccessFactors (HCM) program and other strategic priorities.
• Establish and maintain governance frameworks, reporting structures and action tracking mechanisms.
• Monitor strategic priorities, risks and interdependencies across the Corporate Services portfolio.
• Act on behalf of the CCSO in governance and coordination matters as required.

About You

You are a highly capable strategic leader with exceptional judgement, communication and stakeholder management skills. You are comfortable working at executive level, managing competing priorities and translating complex information into practical solutions and actions.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Public Administration, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Significant experience in a Chief of Staff, Executive Office, Program Management, Strategy, Governance or senior Corporate Services leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience supporting senior executives and working within complex governance environments.
• Proven experience leading and delivering organisation-wide programs and projects.
• Strong understanding of Board, Executive and committee processes, governance frameworks and reporting requirements.
• Exceptional written communication skills, including preparation and review of Board papers, business cases and executive briefings.
• Advanced stakeholder engagement and influencing skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• Project management qualifications such as PMP, PRINCE2 or Agile certifications, and experience within the health or public sector, will be highly regarded.

Why Join Albury Wodonga Health?

At AWH, we are committed to providing outstanding healthcare to our communities while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to:

• Work directly with Executive leadership.
• Influence organisation-wide strategy and decision-making.
• Lead major transformation and improvement initiatives.
• Build strong relationships across a diverse and complex health service.
• Make a meaningful contribution to the future direction of Albury Wodonga Health.

Further Information

Please see the position description for further information, or for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Vijay Bala, Chief Corporate Services Officer via email.

About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women's and children's, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services.

Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028. This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.

Thinking about a tree-change?

AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga. We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible.

Are you ready to become part of our team?

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award. AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.