Job Description
Relocate to Tasmania - Head of Operations
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The Department for Education, Children and Young People (DECYP) is transforming how education is delivered in Tasmania. Through the introduction of Multi-School Organisations (MSOs), we are bringing schools together under shared leadership to strengthen collaboration, streamline operations, and improve student outcomes.
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With the first MSO launched in 2026, we are now recruiting a Head of Operations to help establish MSO 2 ahead of its 2027 launch. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking approach to education - supporting principals and teachers, reducing administrative burden, and enabling schools to focus on improving learning and wellbeing outcomes together.
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About the Role
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This role will see you lead the development and delivery of the MSO's operational strategy, using innovative and evidence-based approaches to support improved educational outcomes.
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As a key member of the leadership team, you will align systems, processes, and culture to drive effectiveness and growth, while delivering high-quality, centralised services that enable school leaders to focus on teaching and learning.
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Working closely with the CEO, you will ensure operations are strategically aligned to educational priorities, supporting consistency, scalability, and equity across the school network.
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Who we are Looking For
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We are seeking a seasoned strategic and operational leader with a robust track record in complex, multi-site and/or regulated environments. Ideally, you'll have:
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leadership experience with accountability across operations, finance, people, facilities, governance, corporate services, and/or transformation
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Proven capability in and knowledge of financial management, procurement, delegations, risk oversight, and compliance, including budget planning, resource allocation, and navigating regulatory, legislative compliance, and governance frameworks
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Experience building and improving systems in a dynamic, reform-driven environments
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Proven ability to lead change, foster innovation, and drive continuous improvement
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Highly developed stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse internal and external groups
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Driven by purpose and motivated by making a positive difference
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Work alongside a passionate and expert team, including a CEO who has already operated in this model
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Three (3) years fixed term contract whilst the program is in its trial phase, ideally starting in November 2026 (negotiable)
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We offer tailored support, including coaching and upskilling, to help you succeed and grow in the role
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You will be based in one of our schools that will be part of MSO 2 in the north of the State - Ravenswood Heights Primary School,
St Leonards Primary School or Youngtown Primary School
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A vehicle will be provided for work-related purposes only
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Flexible working arrangements; including start/end times and WFH days, and part-time options
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Access tothree (3) additionalleavedays (Christmas shutdown days) andpurchased leavescheme
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Access to WellbeingConnect programand Fitness Passport
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Come and join a purpose-driven team shaping Tasmania's future. As part of our 12,000-strong workforce, you'll play a vital role in supporting children and young people to be known, safe, well, and learning- from their earliest years through to adulthood. Whether you're in education, libraries, child safety, youth justice, out-of-home care or our support roles, your work will directly contribute to brighter lives and positive futures across the state. Be part of a child-centred agency where your impact matters every day.
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Come and join a purpose-driven team shaping Tasmania's future. As part of our 12,000-strong workforce, you'll play a vital role in supporting children and young people to be known, safe, well, and learning- from their earliest years through to adulthood. Whether you're in education, libraries, child safety, youth justice, out-of-home care or our support roles, your work will directly contribute to brighter lives and positive futures across the state. Be part of a child-centred agency where your impact matters every day.
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