Executive Officer to the State Director

Job Posting Organization:
54 reasons is Australia's leading child rights organisation, part of the Save the Children Australia Group and a global movement dedicated to ensuring that children and young people have their rights met and thrive in all their diversity. The organization operates across every state and territory in Australia, providing quality services to children and their caregivers, including in metropolitan, regional, and remote communities. With a workforce of approximately 600 people, 54 reasons emphasizes diversity in race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, cultures, and beliefs, fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can contribute to the mission of making a meaningful impact on children's lives.

Job Overview:
As the Executive Officer to the State Director, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the effectiveness of the Queensland Leadership Team. Your responsibilities will include providing strategic advice and executive support to the State Director, ensuring that priorities are clearly defined and that critical initiatives are executed efficiently. You will be tasked with preparing high-quality briefings, reports, and communications that facilitate informed decision-making. Your role will also involve building and maintaining strong relationships with government entities, partners, funders, and senior stakeholders, which is essential for coordinating strategic initiatives and governance activities across the state. This position is designed for a strategic thinker who thrives in fast-paced environments and is adept at managing competing priorities while delivering impactful results for children, young people, and families.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Executive Officer include:

• Providing strategic advice and executive support to the Queensland State Director, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Preparing high-quality briefings, reports, board papers, and communications to support informed decision-making processes.
• Building and nurturing strong relationships with government, partners, funders, and senior stakeholders to facilitate collaboration and support for initiatives.
• Coordinating strategic initiatives, governance activities, and cross-functional projects across Queensland to ensure effective implementation.
• Managing critical information, contracts, and reporting processes to ensure that organizational priorities are delivered efficiently and effectively.
• Engaging in high-level stakeholder management and communication to influence and drive organizational objectives.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess significant experience in a senior advisory, executive coordination, chief-of-staff, or similar role. Exceptional written communication skills are required, particularly in preparing briefs, reports, board papers, and executive correspondence. Demonstrated experience in supporting senior leaders and governance processes within a complex organization is essential. Strong stakeholder management skills are also necessary, ideally with experience engaging with government and external partners. Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or significant equivalent professional experience are required to fulfill the role effectively.

Educational Background:
The position requires relevant tertiary qualifications, which may include degrees in fields such as business administration, public administration, or a related discipline. Alternatively, significant equivalent professional experience in a relevant area may be considered in lieu of formal qualifications. This educational background will provide the necessary foundation for understanding the complexities of the role and the organizational context in which it operates.

Experience:
Candidates should have substantial experience in a senior advisory or executive coordination role, ideally with a background in supporting senior leaders within complex organizations. This experience should demonstrate the ability to navigate fast-paced environments, manage competing priorities, and engage effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including government and external partners. The role demands a high level of political acumen and the capacity to exercise sound judgment in decision-making processes.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for effective communication within the organization and with external stakeholders. Additional language skills may be considered advantageous, particularly if they align with the communities served by the organization.

Additional Notes:
This is a full-time, permanent position based in Brisbane, Queensland. The organization offers a competitive salary with full salary packaging benefits, individual learning plans for career development, and internal employment opportunities. Employees are encouraged to maintain a work-life balance, with additional leave options available. The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion, actively encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check, in line with the organization's commitment to child safety.