Program Coordinator

The Program Coordinator - DoE and Operational Support at Outward Bound is responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering outdoor education programs, with a focus on Duke of Edinburgh (DoE) programs. Working closely with the Head of Operations, they ensure programs meet client needs while managing logístical requirements. Additionally, the Program Coordinator - DoE and Operational Support works closely with the Equipment and Logistics Coordinator and the Tharwa Campus Program Coordinator to support high quality operational delivery and campus management at Tharwa.

**Responsibilities**:

- Plan, develop, and coordinate outdoor education programs, focusing on the Duke of Edinburgh (DoE) program.
- Ensure logístical arrangements align with client needs and program requirements.
- Support high-quality operational delivery and campus management at the Tharwa location.
- Lead and facilitate outdoor education programs.
- Train, mentor, and appraise group leaders.
- Conduct risk assessments and ensure program safety.
- Maintain and implement educational and experiential learning standards.
- Oversee equipment procurement, maintenance, and inventory.
- Ensure compliance with safety and industry standards.
- Organize and facilitate repair and maintenance of operational gear.
- Monitor budgets and forecast equipment needs.
- Manage client accommodation and on-site support.
- Conduct inspections and ensure facility upkeep.
- Maintain stock and oversee resource management.
- Address campus-related issues and ensure a safe environment.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and standard operating procedures.
- Assist in decision-making for program safety, evacuation, or modifications.
- Support the review and development of risk management policies.

**Qualifications**:

- Cert IV or Diploma in Outdoor Leadership or equivalent - with the following elective preferred: bushwalk, abseil, top-rope climb, high ropes elements, canoeing flat water, rafting white water, mountain biking.
- Cert III or above in Business Administration or similar
- Wilderness First Aid and current CPR.
- Bronze Medallion.
- Current WWCC and/or WWVP
- Manual driving license, unrestricted (preferred but not essential).
- Cert IV in Training & Assessment (preferred but not essential).
- Light Rigid Licence or above (preferred but not essential).

**Experience**
- Demonstrated experience leading and coordinating outdoor education programs and DoE Journeys.
- Demonstrated experience with a variety of client groups to deliver technical activities.
- Demonstrated experience with a variety of client groups to deliver facilitated activities and educational outcomes.
- Experience in leading and facilitating multi-days and multi-groups programs.
- Experience with all coordinating digital systems including Sharepoint, TEAMS, Word, Excel etc
- Experience with assets management software Gear Log
- Experience with annual budget preparation, financial management and forecasting

**Attributes and Abilities**
- A strong understanding of outdoor and experiential learning with a desire to further that skill set through coordinating and developing programs.
- Proactive positive communicator able to work well in a team.
- Ability to lead peers in day-to-day tasks.
- Ability to make proactive critical decisions in incident management.
- Ability to take on projects and lead them to completion in the allocated timeframe.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver quality feedback to peers.
- Proactive practical 'can do' attitude and problem-solving skills.
- Strong work ethic, enthusiasm and passion driven to deliver quality work.
- Care for the environment and love of the Australian bush.

To apply, please visit our website careers page at outwardbound.org.au

Pay: $74,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person