At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found here . WHY WORK FOR US? Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget Access to flexible working arrangements, which include working from home arrangements You will work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure you succeed in your role Employee Assistant Program (EAP) supported by Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace, providing a safe and caring environment to our staff and students The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us. Job Description YOUR ROLE This key role sits within the People & Culture directorate and will oversee the operational effectiveness of the Reportable Conduct Scheme (RCS) Team. You’ll lead improvement initiatives, manage key stakeholder relationships, coordinate reporting and compliance activities, and enable fit-for-purpose processes and systems to support child safety and regulatory responsibilities. WHAT YOU WILL DO Support the General Manager and RCS Team across strategy, calendar, meetings, and documentation. Lead the implementation of strategic initiatives to improve operational workflows and service delivery. Manage reporting, performance metrics, budget tracking and vendor panels. Coordinate responses to regulatory bodies (CCYP, VIT, Police) and ensure record integrity. Lead projects on training content, system improvements, and resource development. Prepare and present Board-level reports, trend analysis, and thematic reviews. Partner with stakeholders to deliver effective, efficient and compliant operational support. ABOUT YOU Relevant tertiary qualification or experience in operations, strategy, project management or business administration. Experience working within regulated, risk or compliance environments. Strong stakeholder engagement and written communication skills. Skilled in managing change, implementing systems, and improving processes. High level of discretion, analytical thinking, and data reporting capability. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint and document management systems. HOW TO APPLY Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria. Click APPLY to submit your application. If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our Talent Acquisition team by email recruitment@macs.vic.edu.au You will need to provide: 1. An up to-date Resume and 2. A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check. Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this. Privacy Collection Notice – Job Applicants MACS collects your Personal Information to assess your application and suitability for employment. By submitting your Personal information, you consent to the use and disclosure of your Personal information for the purpose of being considered for employment at MACS. Applicants can withdraw their applications at any time during the recruitment process For further details, please see the full Privacy Collection Notice here
