The Franchise Association of New Zealand (FANZ) is the peak body for franchising in Aotearoa, supporting the New Zealand franchising community with a programme of education and celebration events.
Going through a period of change, FANZ are seeking an experienced Education Programme Manager to join their team based in Rosedale, Albany. This is a full-time role working with a small team where role ownership and accountability are key.
The key purpose of the role is to support the growth, financial stability and culture of FANZ and its membership by overseeing the FANZ education programme, including organisation of the annual Conference. This varied role includes:
- Developing & leading the regular education and networking series (online and face-to-face events)
- Developing & executing the Annual National Franchise Conference
- Developing & leading other new education programme initiatives as required
- Developing and leading the New Zealand Certified Franchise Executive programme
Getting into the nitty gritty, your day-to-day activities include:
- Developing event calendars for franchise education programming
- Identifying appropriate speakers, presenters & educators
- Creating & maintaining event websites
- Rolling out franchise education programmes across the network
- Informing and supporting the active promotion of events to members and other key stakeholders through the FANZ website, e-newsletters, social media and other approved media
- Developing & executing large scale events from concept to delivery
- Development of Health & Safety plans for individual events
- Managing budgets
- Identifying and securing event sponsors, exhibitors and contributors for education programme activities
- Management of the FANZ Learning Management System (LMS) and other IT platforms as required, and embracing AI
A comprehensive job description is available on request.
To be successful in this role you will have experience in a membership or NFP environment, created & managed large scale events, understand adult education pedagogies, and have developed education programmes. You’ll be a strong communicator, able to multi-task, manage key stakeholders and be a team player with strong administration and project management skills.
With exciting new projects identified for 2026, we are looking for someone who is IT savvy and who can get stuck into the organisation of key major educational events.
If this role is ticking your boxes, then we’d love to hear from you. Role commences mid-January.
Please apply via Seek to ensure your application is received.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand and not require sponsorship or visa support.
