Senior Learning Facilitator

Who We Are
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria (RBGV) employs over 240 staff overseeing two beautiful world-class gardens, Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne and Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne.
The organisation fosters an understanding and appreciation for plants and the natural world through arts and culture and education programs, world-leading scientific research, plant conservation programs, and promotes health and wellbeing in nature. For further information please visit
What You'll Do
The Senior Learning Facilitator is responsible for overseeing the delivery of impactful multidisciplinary nature-based learning programs for audiences at RBGV. The role contributes to the effective delivery of engaging and culturally sensitive learning experiences which aim to facilitate a deep connection to nature for our audiences, and an understanding of the role individuals play in supporting community and environmental resilience.
On a day-to-day basis, the Senior Learning Facilitator is responsible for the daily operations of the Melbourne Learning Team which includes administration, scheduling, and coordination of Learning Facilitators as well as the induction of new employees. The position requires essential knowledge in education, environmental science, horticulture, heritage, humanities, and/or civics and citizenship. Proficiency in team leadership, project management and education program development are key skill sets for success in this role.
What You'll Bring
The ideal candidate will possess tertiary qualifications in a relevant field such as Education, Science, Horticulture, or Humanities. With over three years' experience as a team leader, you bring understanding in effectively overseeing and supporting a team to deliver daily learning programs of high quality to diverse audiences. Your approach to work is marked by creativity and flexibility, allowing you to collaborate closely and communicate effectively with team members to solve problems and ensure the seamless operation of the Learning team. Your outstanding interpersonal and leadership skills inspire trust among colleagues and establish a strong rapport with RBGV partners of various backgrounds and ages. Now, you are eager to take on a prominent role as a leading figure in a dynamic and friendly team, seeking a full-time position on a fixed-term basis.
All other key selection criteria can be found in the position description, located under the attachments heading on the Victorian Government Careers website.
Working with Us
At RBGV you'll be part of a nationally-recognised organisation that makes a genuine impact on a local and international scale. As an employee you will benefit from flexible working arrangements to assist in creating genuine work/life balance, annual leave loading, access to an Employee Assistance Program and much more.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please visit the Victorian Government Careers website at http://jobs.careers.vic.gov.au.You must submit a recent resume along with a document responding to each of the Key Selection Criteria as stated in the position description prior to the deadline. Applications will only be accepted via the Victorian Government website.
Enquiries can be directed by email to recruitment@rbg.vic.gov.au. RBGV is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Our organisation is a proudly child safe organisation and committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All applicants will be required to complete the necessary pre-employment checks prior to appointment.