To this end, the Executive Director of Catholic Schools invites internal and external applications from suitably qualified women and men for this leadership position. The position requires the proven ability and capacity to advance the Evangelising Mission of Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of Sydney and to ensure high quality education which maximises learning outcomes for students.

The Catholic Education Office Sydney is seeking an experienced, passionate and proven Catholic educator to lead the learning and teaching agenda (K-12) of the Archdiocesan System of Catholic Schools. The person will be deeply committed to the Vision and Mission of Catholic Education. The applicant will be a proven change manager with excellent interpersonal and team building skills. The person we seek will be a capable futurist, pragmatist and be politically savvy. A demonstrated skill set to anticipate and influence educational agendas, as well as harness the skills and passions of a team to deliver educational strategies within our schools is required.

The successful applicant will make a difference to the lives of over 66,000 students annually.

For a closer analysis of this job opportunity, use access code 1180CEO when clicking here for additional information.

Further enquiries are very welcome to:

1. John Chesher on 0417 068 220; or
2. by email to mail@traksearch.com; or
3. from this page on our website.

You can express your interest in this role by:

• clicking here to submit a resume ; or
• by emailing to mail@traksearch.com quoting reference number TS1180; or
• clicking on the LinkedIn icon shown below

Applications close 25 May 2012.

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Can Assist is a grass roots, community based charity dedicated to providing practical support services and financial assistance to country people and their families who are affected by cancer. They have been caring for country cancer patients for more than 55 years, with 51 branches and over 2,700 volunteers in country towns across rural and regional NSW.

Reporting to the CEO, this role is part of the leadership structure. The position carries a broad spread of responsibility however the primary focus is as the key liaison between the network of branches, volunteers, their communities and the Can Assist central office.

We anticipate that people interested in this role will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience in community engagement, with exposure to volunteering highly regarded
• A hands-on style, with a strong service and support attitude
• A preference to be involved with people,  being  accessible and having highly developed interpersonal, presentation and communication skills
• The desire to fit within the values of Can Assist and an affinity with people from rural and regional areas.

People with a background in community, welfare, local government or health sectors are encouraged to consider this rewarding opportunity.

For a closer analysis of this job opportunity, use access code 1179CA when clicking here for additional information.

Further enquiries are very welcome to:
1.    John Chesher on 0417 068 220; or
2.    by email to mail@traksearch.com; or
3.    from this page on our website.

You can express your interest in this role by:

• clicking here to submit a resume ; or
• by emailing to mail@traksearch.com quoting reference number TS1179; or
• clicking on the LinkedIn icon shown below

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To this end, the Executive Director of Catholic Schools invites internal and external applications from suitably qualified women and men for the following leadership position. The position requires the proven ability and capacity to advance the Evangelising Mission of Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of Sydney and to ensure high quality education which maximises learning outcomes for students.

Mt St Joseph, with a student enrolment of 992 girls from Years 7 to 12, serves the surrounding parishes of Revesby, Panania, Padstow, Bankstown, Central Bankstown, Bass Hill and Georges Hall. The College has a fine reputation for its academic standards, religious ethos, Josephite charism and commitment and care for young women.

Mt St Joseph Milperra has operated as a congregational school since 1960. Commencing in 2013 the College will join the Archdiocesan network of schools under the administration of the Catholic Education Office, Sydney.

The successful applicant will need to demonstrate:

• effective and extensive leadership in the Catholic secondary School
• skills as  a dynamic faith–filled educator able to passionately embrace the Josephite charism
• effective change management skills
• effective and innovative education for young women

The newly appointed Principal will be required for some part-time commitment, to be negotiated, during the transition of the College leadership in the second half of 2012.

For a closer analysis of this job opportunity, use access code 1176CEO when clicking here for additional information.

Further enquiries are very welcome to:
1.    John Chesher on 0417 068 220; or
2.    by email to mail@traksearch.com; or
3.    from this page on our website.

You can express your interest in this role by:

• clicking here to submit a resume ; or
• by emailing to mail@traksearch.com quoting reference number TS1176; or
• clicking on the LinkedIn icon shown below

CLOSING DATE: Friday 11 May, 2012

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The Diocese of Broken Bay is one of three Catholic dioceses within the Sydney metropolitan area and covers Sydney’s North Shore, Peninsula and Central Coast regions. Of the 52 Catholic schools in the Diocese, 43 schools (36 primary and 7 secondary) are administered by the Catholic Schools Office.

As one of three positions reporting to the Director of Schools, this role leads established, professional teams with accountability for a broad portfolio of services in the areas of knowledge management, ICT, finance, human resources, risk management and capital development. The role is strategically responsible for facilitating the development of a knowledge management culture, organisation-wide processes and supporting services that allow the capture and sharing of information to support the Vision and Mission of the Diocese.  This is an influential role, touching all aspects of the organisation.

People interested in this position will be expected to demonstrate:

• A strong personal commitment to the teachings and practice of the Catholic Faith;
• Executive-level experience in knowledge management within a professional services or client serving environment;
• A track record of successful project management, including designing, planning and implementing knowledge-related initiatives and facilitating programs involving knowledge creation, management and sharing;
• Capacity to build and maintain cohesive relationships with a wide and diverse range of people;
• Relevant qualifications such as Information Management, Business Administration or related field.

This role is being re-advertised to reflect the changed selection criteria.

For a closer analysis of this job opportunity, use access code 1177DBB when clicking here for additional information.

Further enquiries are very welcome to:
1.    John Chesher on 0417 068 220; or
2.    by email to mail@traksearch.com; or
3.    from this page on our website.

You can express your interest in this role by:
•    clicking here to submit a resume ; or
•    by emailing to mail@traksearch.com quoting reference number TS1177; or
•    clicking on the LinkedIn icon shown below

However most of us have worked in teams that seem to go nowhere, although this is often viewed as the result of ‘people issues’ or the lack of proper project management practices. But what are the dangers inherent in the very notion of the team structure?

This article by Ray Williams titled ‘How teamwork can damage productivity‘ provides some cautionary advice on the use of teams and avoiding the urge to establish a team for everything.

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St Stanislaus’ College is a Catholic boys school in the Vincentian tradition. The College was founded in 1867 by the Bishop of Bathurst and conducted by the Vincentian Community (Congregation of the Mission) since 1889. With total staff of more than 100, the College accommodates both day and boarding students from Years 7 to 12 and has a current enrolment of 624 students, 170 of whom are boarders.

Leadership of the College has worked to develop a culture within the community that is a model of reconciliation and acceptance in action.

The Head of St Stanislaus’ is a member of the Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia (AHISA). St Stanislaus’ College is a full member school of the ISA and maintains close relationships with many schools across NSW.

The College Board invites applications from experienced educators who will be expected to demonstrate:

• Personal commitment to the teachings and practice of the Catholic Faith;
• The capacity to lead the school as a faith-filled community within the Catholic tradition;
• A desire and willingness to learn and be committed to the charism of St Vincent de Paul;
• A career in secondary education incorporating at least 10 years of teaching in a Catholic school together with leadership experience;
• Empathy and understanding of young people, boys in particular, combined with a special interest and understanding of boys’ education;
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, excellent communication and presentation skills, with the energy, humour and warmth to inspire staff, students and parents;
• An understanding of and commitment to team building and collaborative leadership;
• A pastoral approach, being accessible to staff, students and parents;
• A passion for education with an understanding of contemporary curriculum issues and good pedagogical practice;
• Tertiary qualifications, with postgraduate study.

A remuneration package will be negotiated commensurate of that of Principals of similar schools.

For a closer analysis of this job opportunity, use access code 1174SSC when clicking here for additional information.

Further enquiries are very welcome to:

1. John Chesher on 0417 068 220; or
2. by email to mail@traksearch.com; or
3. from this page on our website.

You can express your interest in this role by:

• clicking here to submit a resume ; or
• by emailing to mail@traksearch.com quoting reference number TS1174; or
• clicking on the LinkedIn icon shown below

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