Program Coordinator

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This role is classified as Level 6 role under SBS Australia's current Enterprise Agreement (with an annual base salary range of $126,040 - $140,000). The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience and in alignment with this framework.

About Us

SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful, and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society.

Our purpose, for the last 50 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.

SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.

The Role

The Program Coordinator will provide hands-on coordination and support for the SBS AI Program. This role focuses on execution: managing deliverables, tracking progress, preparing reports, coordinating workshops, and ensuring smooth rollout of AI program initiatives.

The right individual is a doer—highly organised, pragmatic, and flexible. They will thrive in managing multiple tasks, engaging stakeholders across divisions, and making sure work gets completed on time. This role requires strong attention to detail, comfort working across different program streams, and the ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities.

Key responsibilities

Program Coordination & Delivery:

• Coordinate and track activities across AI Program streams (Governance & Program Management, Enterprise Process Improvements, Content Solutions).
• Maintain RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) register and ensure timely escalation.
• Monitor milestones and deadlines, following up with stakeholders to ensure delivery.
• Prepare clear, concise reports and presentations for AI Steering Committee, ExCom, and other forums.
• Assist with scheduling, logistics, and documentation for program activities.

Workshops & Rollouts:

• Support the planning and delivery of workshops (requirements gathering, training, awareness sessions).
• Lead Process Mapping, Concept pruning and resource management for new ideas and concepts that are received as potential AI use cases
• Support cost benefit analysis and business case management for use cases that are recommended for wider rollout
• Coordinate rollout of AI guidelines, policies, and education materials.
• Assist with execution of program events such as roadshows and training sessions

Communications & Engagement:

• Draft internal updates and contribute to AI Hub content, newsletters, and staff communications.
• Ensure timely and accurate communication of program updates to stakeholders.
• Provide administrative and coordination support for program comms activities

Stakeholder Management:

• Proactively establish and maintain positive working relationships with key project resources and business stakeholders through partnership, empathy, and collaboration.
• Manage 'upwards and sideways' with key stakeholders outside of the AI Program, as well as senior executives throughout the business, ensuring clear and targeted communication.
• Develop trust through accurate delivery, clear and concise reporting, and reliable guidance.

This is a hybrid job that will be based in Sydney, Australia. You need to have Australian full working rights to be considered.

About you

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience in program or project coordination, ideally in technology, digital, or transformation environments.
• Excellent organisational skills; ability to work on more than one project at a time with exceptional attention to detail and a high level of quality.
• A history of delivering projects on time, on budget, and meeting customer expectations.
• Familiarity with governance processes, risk tracking, and workshop facilitation
• Impressive analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills, able to liaise effectively with staff at all levels and from diverse backgrounds.
• Well-developed presentation and written skills, with the ability to convey confidence and credibility.
• Flexible approach with the ability to work in a busy and dynamic environment.

Do you feel like you meet most but perhaps not all of the above criteria? We encourage you to apply for the position anyway.

Some of the reasons to consider working with us:

• The people We truly celebrate and welcome difference at SBS and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work & you'll be part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia
• The culture and the engagement of our workforce 93% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS
• We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and discounted gym membership nationally with Fitness Pass.
• We're agile and innovative in the way we work, as well as being a trusted and established brand. At SBS we have been broadcasting for over 50 years and our future is packed with many more exciting developments
• We also love to promote from within We have allocated training funds to do just that and help bridge the gaps when moving from role to role.

Want to learn more? Then hit apply and take the first step to apply not just for another job but a possible whole new career in a purpose-led organisation

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Reasonable adjustments

SBS recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and put your skills forward for consideration. If we can make some adjustments to the SBS recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, then please contact and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to; alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times and more.

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