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AUSactive, formerly Fitness Australia, is the national peak health and exercise industry association. As a not-for-profit organisation, we exist to encourage all Australians to engage in physical activity, professionalise the exercise and active health industry through engaging in partnerships, advocacy, delivering education and accreditation.We''re made up of over 18,000 members, including businesses, professionals and students, 200 CEC providers and 40 quality accredited businesses who are leading the way in quality service delivery in an industry with over 7 million active consumers.Location: Melbourne or SydneyRole Overview:This full-time Standards and Education Manager position is responsible for overseeing tasks related to standards, education, and development projects. This role includes managing consultation and research for key projects, driving continuous improvement in professional registration and continuing education systems, and promoting the implementation and evaluation of standards and systems. Additionally, the manager will assist in the development of guidelines and learning resources, build strong relationships with members and external stakeholders, and lead a small team, ensuring they are supported to achieve both their personal potential and AUSactives strategic goals.Major Responsibilities:Coordinate the development of professional education modulesManage the learning management systemGuide the consultation processes with key advisory groups, stakeholder groups and industry businesses/professionals to inform guidelines, education, systems and policy developmentContribute to the development and review of professional guidelines, registration requirements and standards education projectsSupport the dissemination activities for new and existing standards and guidelines internally and external stakeholdersProvide industry updates for the Health & Fitness Industry Standards Council for evaluationSupport the development of business certification, individual accreditation and enhancement of the quality accreditation system for businesses.Manage the Continuing Education (CE) administration team and workloadSupport CE program providersManage CE system budget and external assessorsProvide senior management ongoing reportsContribute to ongoing research and evaluation of registration and professional development system operations, standards, resource development and effectivenessContribute proactively to the overall development of AUSactive through innovation, ideas and creativity based on industry and health promotion knowledgeRequired Education:Tertiary Qualification in Exercise Science or Health Science/Promotion (majoring in physical activity) or related degreeCertificate IV in Workplace Training & Assessment (or equivalent)Post-graduate qualifications in exercise/health science; education and/or project managementRequired Experience:Minimum 5 years experience in delivery of fitness education or health promotionKnowledge and experience in exercise science and fitness programmingAbility to liaise with senior management, work independently and engage with stakeholders in a positive and pro-active mannerDetailed knowledge of the contemporary Australian exercise and active health industry and exercise professional servicesUtilising customer relationship and learning management systemsProject management and multi-tasking skillsAptitude for gathering and utilising evidence for content developmentIT literacy and data management skillsCritical thinking and technical analysis skillsExcellent communication, presentation and reporting skillsExcellent organisational skillsExperience working within a professional or industry associationExperience in content development in a health or exercise contextExperience in dealing with government departments, key health non-government organisations and health or exercise, Pilates, yoga and/or tai chi networksCapacity to work efficiently on multiple projects, ensuring that project deadlines and budgets are metExcellent verbal and written communication skillsWell-developed project management skills and ability to multitaskUnderstanding of contemporary Australian exercise and active health industryAptitude for gathering, reporting and presenting evidence for quality improvementSound IT literacy skills, including proficiency in the use of word processing, excel, email and internet softwareInterest in fitness and healthAvailability for interstate travelJob benefits and perks:We are an energetic and vibrant team working on activating the nation: Every body, Every way, Every day. You will receive training, including ongoing development in your role.Our employees are at their best when they have balance in their lives, so by joining our team you will have:Flexible to combine working from home with time spent in the officePaid birthday leaveUp to 6 days of paid active recreation leave per yearAccess to Employee Assistance ProgramHow to Apply: If you are a dynamic and proactive professional looking to contribute to AUSactive''s success, we would love to hear from you. Click the ''Apply'' button and send through your resume and cover letter by COB 14th February 2025.No recruiters, please. #J-18808-Ljbffr