General Manager

Summary about this job

Detail information about job General Manager. Terms and conditions vacancy

About the business

Realise Business is an award winning Not for Profit, membership organisation.  Funded by the State and Federal Government we make a positive impact to the economy by supporting businesses to realise success through all stages of their business journey; from starting smart to growth and beyond.  At Realise Business everything we do is underpinned by our core values and our organisation is dedicated to delivering high quality services that are affordable and designed to help our clients experience success.

About the role

Reporting directly to the CEO, the General Manager is a mission-focussed and process minded leader with experience leading a high performing team and culture.

In this newly created role you will have the opportunity to design an environment that enables the smooth and effective functioning of the organisation in achieving its strategic objectives.  Responsible for managing all operational functions the focus of the role is to integrate and embed continuous improvement ensuring the organisation has a sustainable platform to continue growing

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all internal operations and provide all staff a strong day-to-day leadership presence
• Maintain a working environment conducive to the attraction and retention of staff
• Continue to grow and retain our members
• Maintain the high standard of our business support services
• Source new viable business opportunities and relationships that will provide additional revenue 
• Participate in long-term strategic planning and help develop the operating strategy
• Work with the business advisory team to provide exceptional client outcomes
• Management of all aspects of our Government contracts
• Manage and maintain our relationships with our key stakeholders

Skills and experience

The successful candidate will possess the following attributes and qualitfications:

• 5+ years experience working at a similar level
• Demonstrated experience in a leadership role with shared accountability for whole of business success
• Proven track record of exceeding goals and bottom line orientation
• Experience and understanding of the start-up and small business environment
• Evidence of the ability to consistently make good decision through a combination of analysis, wisdom, experience and judgement 
• Experience in balancing the delivery of programs against the realities of a budget
• Demonstrated ability in relationship building, influencing and stakeholder management
• Ability to think strategically, anticipate future trends and incorporate them into the organisational plan
• Engaging, energetic and enthusiastic
• Ability to provide leadership and promote a strong and positive team culture

If you feel that you possess the skills, experience and personal attributes to be successful in this exciting new role; we invite you to submit your application.

Please forward your resume and a detailed cover letter.

In your cover letter please include:

1. Address the criteria listed above 
2. WHY you want to this role and W
3. WHAT you can bring to the organisation

Applications close Wednesday 1 August 2018