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PROGRAM FACILITATOR – Full Time 

We are seeking the right person to take on the job of a lifetime as one of our Program Facilitators. 

Working with one of the most innovative and fast growing not-for-profits in Australia and enjoying the opportunity to gain professional development and growth, working with an organisation that is making a real difference in the community.

The responsibilities include (not limited to):

• Lead Fly Program retreat planning and execution for The Fly Program’s Men In Flight and AgSpirit retreats primarily in the NSW Snowy Mountains.
• Lead the facilitation of Fly Program core activities of fly fishing, mountain biking, hikes and campfire cooking (training can be provided) in multi-day retreat settings. 
• Manage pre and post program guest communications.
• Manage program equipment including all inventory held in our storage facility.
• Lead Program Volunteers pre-retreat, during retreats and post-retreats.
• Other activities outside of the retreats as required.

The ideal candidate:

• Must embrace The Fly Program mission.
• Applicants should have Australian citizenship, or permanent Australian residency status
• Must have knowledge and experience in fly fishing, mountain bike riding, outdoor operations (training can be provided for the right candidate).
• Has strong logistics skills to plan and manage a calendar of retreat programs.
• Proven ability to teach skills to groups.
• Posses high EQ and have the ability to work and partner with a diverse range of people with empathy, insight and understanding 
• Must be open minded and possess the skills to motivate staff and volunteers.
• Must be able to work professionally and productively with board members.
• Must be a born “self-starter” and goal-driven.
• Must be open-minded with an innovative mind-set.
• Must be organised, exhibit exceptional follow through, and have a willingness to get their hands dirty.
• Must demonstrate professional conduct and excellence.

The other requirements are:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel (nationally) including for multi-day retreats.
• Valid driver’s licence and transportation and mobile phone.
• Suitable professional and personal references.
• Flexible schedule and availability (including public holidays and weekends).

Position Opportunities

• Work in one of the most innovative and fast growing not-for-profits in Australia 
• Work with world leading outdoor companies
•  Opportunity for professional development and growth in a rapidly growing organisation 
• Enjoy the rewards of working with an organisation that is making a real difference in the community   

The position logistics:

• Full-time – the role is 40 hours a week, (but won’t be standard Mon-Fri 9-5).
• Role is based out of our head office in Jindabyne, NSW.
• Potential ability to work partly from home. (In person attendance to all programs is required) 
• Company 4x4 provided for work-based commitments 
• $70,000 per year including superannuation.

Application instructions:

To be considered for the position please email admin@flyprogram.org.au with your resume and a cover letter ASAP as interviews will commence immediately for suitable candidates. Applications close 5pm Thursday 15 September, unless the position is filled sooner.