Programs Manager

Programs Manager  – Delivery Team

Are you our next Programs Manager? Someone who can get stuck into a broad and exciting range of projects? Who can facilitate diverse groups of people from different backgrounds and organisations? And who wants to make a social impact?

We are currently looking for you, a dynamic and ambitious professional who shares our values, is passionate about leadership and personal development and is ready to join our team to help deliver our programs in Australia.

Common Purpose is a not-for-profit organisation founded in 1989 that develops leaders who can cross boundaries. This enables them to solve complex problems both in organisations and in cities. We deliver in-person and online leadership programs for multiple generations of leaders, from students in universities to senior leaders in organisations and society, supporting them to develop the knowledge, skills and inspiration to cross boundaries and become more active and engaged citizens.

As a member of our Delivery Team, you will be assigned different Projects on which to work as part of a team led by a Projects Leader. You will be delivering programs across different generations, sectors and geographies. One day you might be working with a group of international students, the next with senior private sector leaders, the next a set of emerging leaders from local government. This is why we are looking for someone who is comfortable engaging with leaders from different backgrounds and levels of seniority, and able to work on multiple projects at the same time. The role is full of variety and perfect for anyone looking to broaden their exposure to different markets and audiences.

This full time permanent role is remote and to be eligible you must be based in Melbourne, Victoria.

As our Programs Manager you will

• Be part of a team supporting the creation and delivery of a range of programmes to the highest possible quality, ensuring all deadlines are met

• Work with colleagues to find, secure and brief a diverse range of leaders to speak as part of our curriculum

• Facilitate programmes, both online and (when restrictions allow) in-person, to deliver maximum impact

• Engage directly with clients where required, both internal and external, providing progress updates

• Liaise with and provide support to programme participants before, during and beyond the programme where required

• Support with setting up our programmes through preparation of any materials, online spaces etc

• Collaborate with Common Purpose colleagues globally (across different time zones, locations and teams), using systems and networks appropriately, efficiently and transparently

You will bring this experience with you:

• Excellent project management skills (ideally in similar industries eg leadership, education, teaching)

• Experience of facilitation, training delivery and/or public speaking (minimum 2 years)

• Experience of managing and prioritising a high workload and multiple tasks under pressure, in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines

• Proven ability to work in a multi-cultural environment

• Experience of building and maintaining strong working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, both internally and externally,

• A collaborative team-player with a positive attitude, also able to work well independently

• Excellent written English, oral communication, and interpersonal skills

• Able and willing to travel for short periods of time (when restrictions allow) and at short notice and outside of normal working hours

• Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office

What we offer in return:

• A salary of between AUD $78,000 -$82,000 per annum dependent on experience

• 25 days of annual leave per annum + Christmas shutdown (25/12-1/1)

• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) supporting you in your work & Access to the Headspace App

• Flexible working - we can (within reason) adapt to your needs through our Flex@CP (flexible working) policy. .

• Fast-paced environment – which will test and develop you

• Growth – you will be continually developing key skills and capabilities for your future through the role and our internal training and development programmes

• Impact – you will see the impact of your work as you and your teams deliver projects and programmes across the organization

• Purpose – the chance to work with a diverse range of colleagues across the world driven by the same mission

• Responsibility – you will take responsibility from day one and be given real accountability and ownership in your role

Sound interesting? Please send us your CV and cover letter explaining why you think you are the right fit for this role and for Common Purpose.  People of First Nations and Torres Strait Islander heritage are encouraged to apply’

Common Purpose is willing to consider candidates from any background provided they can demonstrate the relevance of their skills and experience.