Director, Financial Managment Services Unit Full-time Temporary

The Public Trustee and Guardian (PTG) is an ACT Territory Authority. At the PTG we support and protect people in our community at some of the most difficult times in their lives. We do this by providing legal and financial services, by acting as a Guardian, a financial manager, as a Trustee and by making Wills and administering deceased estates.

PTG are seeking an enthusiastic, positive and motivated individual, who has a passion for strategic leadership to join us as Director, Financial Management Services Unit (FMSU). FMSU provide financial management services for adults in our community who are unable to manage their financial affairs due to a physical, mental, psychological, or intellectual condition. We do this as substitute decision-maker under the authority of an ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal (ACAT) order or an Enduring Power of Attorney.

Reporting to the PTG Chief Executive Officer, the Director will have extensive experience in financial management and the delivery of client services and will lead the day-to-day administration of a busy multi-disciplinary team. The role is client facing requiring the Senior Director to communicate confidently and with compassion with vulnerable people about their financial affairs. Previous experience working with vulnerable clients and knowledge of the Guardianship and Management of Property Act 1991 is beneficial to the role.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline are highly desirable.
• This position does require a Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) check. Applicants may already have a WWVP card or indicate they agree to obtain one.

Notes : This is a temporary position commencing July 2024 for a period up to six months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only.

How to Apply: Expressions of Interest are sought from potential candidates and should include a one (1) page pitch addressing the professional/technical skills and knowledge behavioural capabilities, which can be found in the position description. A current curriculum vitae, including the names and contact details of two referees should also be included.

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Note

This is a temporary position commencing July 2024 for a period up to six months. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only.