You will provide mission critical financial/operational information to drive financial performance, including impactful trends and variance analysis, forecast and budgets. You will provide high quality and easily accessible data, analysis, risk sensing and scenario planning. You will also develop financial models and business analysis to support strategic initiatives to review critical strategic and financial decisions. You will drive financial performance to achieve value-for-money outcomes through financial and procurement advisory and decision support in project planning contract awards and management, as well as operational and strategic planning. You will identify cost-effective funding strategies and establish appropriate pricing methodologies to set fees and charges. You will also optimise returns on investment of funds.

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary and/or professional qualifications in finance or business, including Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in finance planning and analysis is required
• Solid experience in leading business partnership
• Experience in procurement is advantageous

Personal Characteristics

As Deputy Director (Business Partnership), you will need to possess the following traits:

• Leadership. You will be responsible for leading and managing a team of finance professionals. Strong leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and inspire others, are essential.
• Possess strategic vision, strong thinking and analysis skills. You must be able to think strategically and provide financial insights that support the organization's overall goals and objectives.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to accuracy and integrity are essential.
• Strong partnering, influencing and interpersonal relationship skills. This is a cross-functional role that requires collaboration with other divisions and stakeholders. The ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships is essential.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills. You will need to be able to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.

Note: Your appointment designation will commensurate with your relevant work experience. Successful candidates will be offered a 3-year contract in the first instance and may be considered for placement on a permanent tenure or subsequent contract renewal.