Business and Operations Manager

Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong; Nowra; Hybrid; AUD 129,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop and mobile provided

Fitness Passport

Job summary

St John the Evangelist Catholic High School, Nowra invites applications for the permanent full-time position of Business and Operations Manager. You will work with the Principal and oversee finance, facilities, WHS and day-to-day school operations.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Schools (CEDoW), you will manage budgets, coordinate fees, liaise with auditors, and ensure policies align with CEDoW. Experience in education settings and strong leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications relevant business/management/finance discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School.
• Proven managerial experience in administration, finance and facilities.
• Ability to lead, motivate and work with diverse teams.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive issues.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the College budget and financial reporting in line with CEDoW.
• Coordinate school fees with leadership and manage collections.
• Liaise with internal/external auditors and the Catholic Education Office.
• Develop and maintain finance procedures aligned with CEDoW policies.
• Support day-to-day school operations with the leadership team.
• Coordinate facilities, grounds, scheduling and operational logistics.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and external partners on operations.

Skills

Finance management

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Confidentiality

Project management

Organisational skills

Education

Tertiary qualifications in business/management/finance

Tools

Financial reporting software

Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Executive Director of Schools invites applicants from suitably qualified and experienced personnel for this permanent full time position of Business and Operations Manager at St John the Evangelist Catholic High School, Nowra .

Thisposition within the schoolwill work directly with the Principal and has specific responsibilities across a range of key areas including finance, facilities, Work Health and Safety management and day to day schooloperations.

YOUR IMPACT

Responsibilities include:

• Working with the school’s Finance & Administration team to prepare, oversee, and track the College budget in line with CEDoW procedures
• Coordinating school fees with leadership and managing collections, including conducting family interviews
• Delivering accurate financial reporting and acting as the main liaison for internal and external auditors, and the Catholic Education Office
• Developing and maintaining College finance procedures to ensure strict alignment with CEDoW policies
• Communicating directly with the CEDoW Finance Department and evaluating contractor quotes against compliance standards
• Support the day to day operations of the school in Liaison with the School's leadership team
• Coordinate daily school routines, grounds procedures, facilities scheduling, operational logistics and administrative procedures
• Coordinate daily operational needs across teaching faculty, grounds staff, and external partners

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Tertiary qualifications relevant business/management/finance discipline
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• A commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School within the broader Catholic Church
• Proven experience at a managerial level with a strong skill set in administration, financial and facilities management
• Ability to lead, motivate and work with people within teams and at all levels and with varying backgrounds
• Proven ability to recognise confidential issues and treat them with the sensitivity required
• Ability to determine and manage priorities in a fast-paced school environment and delegate appropriately
• Ability to represent the organisation in an honest, ethical and professional way
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and be discrete
• Effective organisational skills with demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
• Highly developed organisational and project management skills

DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA

• Experience working in an educational setting
• Experience in finance and facilities management

WHY WORK WITH CEDOW?

At CEDoW, we believe in supporting those who support our students. This role offers:

• A salary of $129,059 - 139,153 plus superannuation (salary depending on experience and qualifications)
• Laptop and mobile provided and to be used in line with CEDoW policy and procedure
• An environment that encourages innovation and collaboration through education
• Employees are eligible for Fitness Passport, giving you and your family discounted access to a wide network of fitness facilities

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE

This role is classified as child related work and therefore a Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to your employment with CEDoW.

Applications Close: 18 October 2026 at 11.55pm