At a Glance
- Tasks: Support financial planning and analysis for competitive school sports programs.
- Company: Join a dynamic team within the Schooling Operations and Initiatives branch.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on school sports while balancing work and life.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance or business support is essential.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Schooling Operations and Initiatives are seeking to establish a pool of Finance Officers, School Sport for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. The Schooling Operations and Initiatives branch is responsible for the management and implementation of strategic education programs that support schools and student outcomes. Typically, these programs involve partnership and liaison with the non-government school sectors, corporate and not-for-profit organisations in Western Australia. Delivery of support and services to public schools assisting them to implement these programs is a key responsibility of the Branch.
The Role We’re seeking experienced finance/business support specialists to join our dynamic new School Sports team! This diverse role supports the financial and administrative delivery aspects of competitive school sports, including; financial planning/budgeting, financial analysis and reporting, coordination/monitoring funding and resource agreements, procurement/contracting, preparing funding submissions and evaluating tenders. In addition, you will review and analyse costs, program/project effectiveness, delivery opportunities and emerging issues and trends impacting on current and future program/project delivery.
Professional Benefits
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote and flexible working hours.
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).
- Free onsite parking.
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people. We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility
- Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website.
Finance Officer employer: Department of Education
The Department of Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. As an Investigator in the Conduct and Integrity Division, you will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful work that directly impacts the education sector while benefiting from professional development and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Located in Victoria, this role provides a unique chance to contribute to a high-performing team dedicated to upholding the highest standards of conduct and service delivery.
