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Become a pivotal figure in driving global operational strategy and fostering high-performance culture at CEI.
Overview
Salary £200000 - £220000
Location Melbourne - Hybrid
Expires Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
CEI, a subsidiary of Save the Children Australia, is dedicated to improving outcomes for marginalised communities through evidence-based interventions. We are an inclusive and diverse organisation, passionate about serving communities who face social adversity.
Role Summary
- Drive CEI’s global operational strategy
- Oversee daily business operations and ensure sound financial management
- Lead strategic leadership, financial management, and operational management initiatives
- Drive performance improvements and optimise operational efficiency.
Role Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in senior leadership roles, preferably in operations, finance or general management
- Proven experience as a COO, operations director, or similar role in a high-growth environment
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Operations Management, or related field. CPA, MBA or similar advanced degree will be favourably reviewed
- All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and sign our Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct.
Application Process Details
- Submit your CV and cover letter as a single PDF document to cei.hr@ceiglobal.org
- Highlight your alignment with the position competencies in your cover letter.
CEI is seeking an exceptional and inspiring, strategic and business-minded leader to fill the key executive role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). The COO drives CEI’s global operational strategy, oversees day-to-day business operations, drives performance improvements, ensures sound financial management, and seeks continuous improvement in operational efficiency.
The COO works with the global Leadership team to build CEI’s success – fostering a high-performance culture, managing resources effectively, and aligning efficient business operations with CEI’s strategic goals and social purpose mission.
Key areas of responsibility include strategic leadership, financial management, operational management, performance monitoring and optimisation, and other responsibilities such as leading and executing the finance system decoupling from the parent company.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10+ years of experience in senior leadership roles, preferably in operations, finance or general management. They should have proven experience as a COO, operations director, or similar role in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. They should also have strong strategic planning, operations management, financial oversight, and team leadership background.
The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Operations Management, or a related field. CPA or any other accounting qualification, such as an MBA or relevant advanced degree, will be favourably reviewed.
We are committed to improving outcomes for communities facing adversity by leveraging the best available evidence. We value diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences regarding the social issues our work addresses and the communities we aim to serve.
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter, highlighting your alignment with the position competencies, in one PDF document, emailed to: [email removed - click apply for more details]. The closing date is 5pm (AEST), Friday 14 March 2025.
The Centre for Evidence and Implementation (CEI) is a subsidiary of Save the Children Australia, a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and sign our Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct. Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered.
