The Australian Institute of Architects is the peak body for the architectural profession in Australia, representing close to 14,500 members across Australia and overseas. The Institute is a modern, progressive organisation and we’re proud to have a strong focus on agility, innovation, and outcomes. We’re committed to supporting Institute members while providing outstanding service and we’re always on the lookout for people who share this approach. When you join us, you’ll be supported by a proactive leadership team and a wide network of great peers from around the country.

Why the Australian Institute of Architects?
As an organisation, we are committed to providing a healthy, flexible, rewarding and inclusive environment. Driven by our culture and values, and steeped in history, the Australian Institute of Architects has been supporting the profession of architecture since 1930, and is committed to enabling and driving change and innovation internally, and for our members. The successful candidate will be part of an altruistic and impactful community supported by inspiring leadership as well as a wider network of state-based peers.

Careers that promote and celebrate excellence in architecture

Role overview:
The Chapter Manager NT leads the activities of the Chapter and forms part of the AIA Chapter network. Reporting to the GM Chapters and working actively to support the NT President and Chapter Council, the role is responsible for services, events and a positive member experience for Chapter members as well as a sense of belonging where Chapter members come together to network, advocate and promote the profession and its impact on the built environment and community.

To succeed in this role, the successful candidate will possess strong relationship-building skills, contemporary thinking, and leadership, as well as tenacity, excellent coordination, communication and planning skills. The role represents the Institute to influence positive change and innovation in the sector and champion the profession.

This role requires the successful candidate to demonstrate collaboration, accountability, and innovation, with the confidence and professionalism to quickly build credibility and effective working relationships with a broad range of stakeholders. The role requires resilience and a need to work effectively when faced with time pressures and adversity and remain focused, composed, and optimistic in difficult situations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Chapter engagement with a range of stakeholders, members and staff to foster strong relationships
• Regularly assess member needs and satisfaction; recommend solutions and implement improvements
• Build and implement strategies to enhance member engagement Develop and implement the annual operating plan for the Chapter Align Chapter goals and initiatives with RAIA’s national strategic goals
• Serve as a key voice for architectural policy and advocacy in the State/Territory Represent the Institute in discussions with policymakers, government representatives and other stakeholders
• Manage and deliver the high-profile annual NT Architectural Awards program and associated events, working closely with the NT staff
• Co-ordinate day-to-day operations of the Chapter office including some oversight of property issues
• Prepare budgets and manage and monitor the performance of the approved budgets

Key Selection Criteria:

• A qualification in Architecture or a similar discipline within the built environment and/or business management is highly regarded, together with exposure to and engagement in the issues within the built environment
• Experience working in membership associations where you can demonstrate previous success in membership engagement
• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal as well as excellent presentation skills
• Proven skills in collaboration and relationship management
• Solutions-focused and well developed problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel from time to time and evening and after hours is essential
• Experience in working with or an understanding of the architecture and built environment sector alongside an empathy with design excellence is preferred

Benefits:

• Onsite car parking provided
• Access to professional development opportunities
• Flexible and remote work encouraged and supported
• Wellbeing initiatives (e.g. flu shot)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Purchase leave arrangement options

To obtain a copy of the position description please contact People and Culture via email hr@architecture.com.au

When you apply for this role, please indicate in your covering letter your preference for either 4 or 5 days per week.