BUSINESS MANAGER

About you You are a self-starter who thrives on organisation, initiative, and connection. You work confidently and independently while building strong relationships with members, committees, and stakeholders. You combine strong administrative capability with strategic insight and are equally comfortable handling detailed operational tasks and contributing to high-level planning. You have a proven track record in the association or not-for-profit sector, ideally within healthcare, and value accuracy, integrity, and collaboration in everything you do. The Position We are seeking an experienced and capable Business Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership for SPANZA — a professional, not‑for‑profit organisation bringing together clinicians, researchers, and educators committed to advancing paediatric anaesthesia across Australasia. This full‑time role is responsible for leading the day‑to‑day operations of the Society. This is both a high level and hands‑on role, where you manage the admin and strategic tasks of the association. The Business Manager leads and manages administration, finance, governance, membership, and communications — ensuring the organisation runs efficiently and continues to grow sustainably. The Business Manager reports to the Director of Will Organise in conjunction with the President and Executive Committee of SPANZA and plays a vital role in connecting the Society's strategic priorities with its operational outcomes. Key responsibilities include: Providing support to the President, Executive Committee and subcommittees, including preparation of papers, minute taking, and policy implementation. Financial management, reporting, and compliance (including bookkeeping and liaison with Auditor). Managing membership systems, communications, newsletters, and website updates (with support from the coordinator). Leading continuous improvement across systems, processes, and member engagement. Supporting the development and implementation of SPANZA's strategic and business plans. Liaising with key stakeholders, government entities, and partner organisations. Managing governance requirements, including ACNC, ASIC compliance and Executive administration. Leading and supporting staff to ensure operational objectives are achieved. You will need to demonstrate: Extensive management, governance and risk experience. Experience in reporting to boards and coordinating professional meetings. Experience in leading teams and project coordination. The ability to act with autonomy with limited direction, to undertake a range of tasks with minimal direct supervision and within time constraints – proactivity in this role is key. The ability to plan, document, implement and monitor activities designed to improve efficiency and output. Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage conflicting priorities. Exceptional organisational skills, including managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Key selection criteria Minimum 5-7 years of Business/General manager experience. Strong administrative background, comfortable working across all levels of activity. Highly developed written and verbal communication skills. Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Analytical mindset and commitment to evolving systems and practices. High‑level computer literacy (MS Office Suite, Xero/QuickBooks; ability to learn new systems quickly). Full profit and loss responsibility in financial management experience. Understanding of regulatory compliance and constitutional governance. Availability for regular meetings outside normal business hours and travel throughout the year to face‑to‑face meetings. Dependable, trustworthy, and able to maintain confidentiality. Eligibility to work in Australia (sponsorship not available). Experience and knowledge of iMIS. Previous experience within a professional member‑based association or not‑for‑profit. Familiarity with medical or scientific terminology. Benefits when working for us Contribute to a respected and collegial professional society making a real difference to children's health outcomes across Australia and New Zealand. Work with passionate clinicians and administrators dedicated to education, collaboration, and clinical excellence. Flexible working arrangements and supportive team culture. Competitive salary with performance‑based bonus scheme and annual incremental increases. Genuine autonomy, professional variety, and purpose in your work. Performance based bonus scheme Up to 10% of base salary, paid annually, after performance review by Will Organise and the Executive Committee and linked to KPIs. Application questions Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have experience in administration? How many years' experience do you have as a business manager? How would you rate your English language skills? Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for budget management & forecasting? #J-18808-Ljbffr