• This role can be done from anywhere in Australia, we promote flexible working arrangements and are open to individuals applying from other states outside of NSW.

The role of General Manager of Programs is to focus on the partnerships, management and delivery of our community based screen and arts programs on a national level.

We are looking for a self-starter who can really engage with both the disability and the screen industry who has a passion for building lasting partnerships and integrating strong inclusive culture within a team.

This role will be responsible for the following:

Program Management

• Ensure Bus Stop Films delivers a suite of impactful, inclusive, dynamic and sustainable community arts programs including our Accessible Film Studies Program. PLACES and Accessible Acting Program.
• Manage relationships and access services provided by partners to meet the delivery of the programs.
• Implement the successful delivery of any new programs delivered at various locations nationally. Including identifying new opportunities to scale or expand programs and partnerships.
• Work alongside the Curriculum Development Specialist to ensure a consistent experience is being delivered across the country nationally.
• Ensure that all staff comply with all required state based legislation as they relate to all BSF programs.
• Ensure sound management and accuracy of Program information, especially as they relate to participant outcomes and goals, such as for NDIS plan reporting.
• Manage program budgets including escalating any business cases for critical spend to the COO.

Community and Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with key internal stakeholders around program film projects and related screening opportunities and ensure the input of program participants and ambassadors.
• Work with key communities across the arts, screen and disability sectors to build engagement and increase enrolment numbers across the country.
• Identify key partners and programs across the arts/screen and disability sectors that would provide benefit to our community and programs eg incursions, guest tutors and excursion opportunities.
• Support the curriculum redevelopment project with the Curriculum Development Specialist.
• Work in partnership with the Bus Stop Employment team to expand on cross program enrolments.
• Identify marketing opportunities to promote all BSF programs.
• Capture and report any trends that you may be noticing to the COO/Head of Screen to work through potential issues or opportunities.
• Work with the stakeholders to deliver on the projects and provide effective change management.
• Manage contracts and MOU agreements with venues in relation to our Programs.
• Manage and triage any complaints or feedback from program participants and stakeholders.

Team Management

• Manage the recruitment of program staff, including tutors, disability support workers and core team, who work in locations across Australia.
• Oversee the day to day operation of an inclusive and professionally run community arts/screen based team and programs.
• Implement new processes to improve efficiency within the team and to reduce the administrative burden on staff.
• Research and source skills development and funding opportunities for the staff to increase their training opportunities.
• Manage complaints received from our Programs, Tutors and Support Workers.
• Oversight volunteer engagement to our programs.

Reporting and Project Management

• Support the team to deliver on key projects that will contribute to the expansion and growth of the programs.
• Provide reporting metrics and grant requirements to the COO.
• Provide input into grant applications and any required reporting that impacts the delivery of our programs.
• Track and evaluate the success of the programs and participation engagement alongside participant feedback.

In return we offer the following:

• Ability to salary sacrifice
• Ability to apply for novated lease
• Bonus leave over the Christmas Shut Down Period
• Recognition of Time in Lieu
• Quarterly team bonding events and much much more!