Address Are you looking for a values-based, emergency service organisation that puts the community at the centre of everything we do?
We are proud of the work we do in protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
With over 51,000 volunteers CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees. We, embrace individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, recognising the unique value they bring to CFA.
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About the Role
"Collaboration, critical thinking, program management and innovative content development?"
If these are words that resonate with you and align to your skillset this fixed term position may be of interest.
The Program Designer role will see you manage the development of high-quality operational doctrine and training materials. In addition to the specific duties and accountabilities (as outlined in the attached PD), it is highly desirable for the Program Designer to contribute to the skill sets within ODT in one or more of the following areas:
Environmental scanning
Applied research and/or innovation
Emergency management operational environments
Working within complex policy settings and/or frameworks
VET sector and/or adult education
Complex project management
Registered Training Organisation (RTO) management
Audit and Risk
The Program Designer role will support the leadership team and managers with Operational Doctrine and Training materials. This position is ideal for a resilient problem solver and strategic thinker who supports the vision and strategic objectives of CFA.
About You
The person we are looking for will be Tertiary degree qualified and/or hold a current Training and Assessment Certificate (TAE 40116) with an understanding of an RTO environment advantageous.
In addition, you will have demonstrated ability to collaborate and engage with various stakeholders across all levels of CFA along with the ability to work within project frameworks and manage multiple and complex projects at once.
If you are keen to secure a critical role within a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment, this may be the next step in your career.
Why choose CFA
Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
Growth Opportunities: Learning and development
Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
Wellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinations
Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways
Your Application
Click the 'apply' button to access our online application form. Here you will be asked to provide personal and contact details and respond to employment-related questions.
When applying for a position with CFA, please submit a cover letter and resume that demonstrates your qualifications, experience, key attributes and skills required for the position.
Pre-employment Checks
Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who:
Successfully complete a National Police History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.
CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.
Applications close: 11:59pm 5 February 2024.
If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email recruitment@cfa.vic.gov.au
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