We currently have an opportunity for an enthusiastic, customer focused person to join our friendly NSW team as an Events Administrator (Professional Development Coordinator). If you are looking to extend your administration skills and enjoy organising events we would love to hear from you.
This is a Part Time (4 days a week) 12 month contract position to cover Parental Leave.
Working Arrangements
This is a hybrid position where some of your days are spent amongst a small friendly team in the office at North Ryde and some days you can work from home. On the days you are at the office, you will enjoy modern amenities and FREE secure undercover parking with easy access to the metro. When you work from home you will have quality equipment and services to support you.
We value our team and want you to enjoy working with us. To ensure this we offer extensive support, on boarding and training with opportunities for ongoing professional development.
As part of our team, you will be offered a competitive remuneration salary and access to some amazing benefits including additional paid leave between Christmas and New Year, a doona day, paid parental leave, free annual flu vaccinations, professional development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Program, special staff discounts and more!
About us
The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) is the peak body representing the interests of over 33,000 physiotherapists in Australia. We advocate for consumer access to quality physiotherapy services, providing leadership in the wider health landscape, creating lifelong information and learning opportunities for members, and promoting the value of physiotherapy to the community.
APA is proud to be an Employer of Choice, Winner of the 2022 Association of the year award. We take pride in our collaborative and purpose-driven culture, underpinned by our core values of:
Accountability | Excellence | Collaboration | Courage | Respect.
About the role
The Professional Development Coordinator reports to the Manager, NSW/ACT and is responsible for the efficient delivery of Professional Development (PD) and member engagement events.
As part of the APA’s Education Division, you will work closely with the Manager, Professional Development Delivery as well as your interstate colleagues, to contribute to the national strategic and operational plans to achieve member engagement.
The APA Sydney office is located in North Ryde.
Key Responsibilities
- Professionally represent the APA and provide a high level of customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
- Deliver the APA’s professional development (PD) calendar of events, through high quality end to end logistical co-ordination and service delivery.
- Accurately prepare service agreements, documentation and resources to support the delivery of PD events reporting on outcomes to relevant stakeholders.
- Provide administrative support and general office duties that contribute to the efficient operation of the Branch Office as instructed by the Manager, NSW/ACT.
About you - selection criteria
- Previous experience in a member organisation, learning and development or event management role
- Highly developed written and verbal communication
- Effective organisation and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge and experience in stakeholder engagement and managing expectations
- Ability to work as part of a team to deliver on projects with competing priorities and tight deadlines
- Good computer skills and proficient in all elements of the Microsoft Office Suite and Zoom
- High degree of professionalism and commitment to customer service excellence
- Team focused attitude and ability to work with on the ground and virtual teams in an ever changing environment
Special requirements
- Participation may be required at meetings and events that will occasionally fall outside of normal business working hours and can include local or interstate travel
- Time in Lieu for these events will be accrued in line with APA’s policy regarding Hours of Work
- All employees are required to demonstrate behaviours that are in line with the APA’s values and Customer Service Charter when interacting with internal and external stakeholders at all times
A full position description is available at: https://australian.physio/aboutus/workwithus
If you are interested in the role please forward your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria by clicking the here now.
If you have any questions please contact recruitment@australian.physio
The APA is a safe and inclusive workplace which values diversity of background, experience and perspective amongst our team members. We welcome all applicants and commit to a fair and equitable recruitment process for all.
The APA honours the richness and importance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures around Australia. We respect the thousands of years of custodianship of the lands on which we work, and we recognise the unique and valuable contribution Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander team members make to our workplace.
We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
All candidates must have full Australian Working Rights.
Only those successful in the selection process will be contacted.