• Work-life balance and hybrid working
• Employee benefits of NFP salary packaging
• An exciting opportunity for the right candidate to work on innovative programs that have a positive impact on the nation

Why your role matters

A rare opportunity to utilise your exceptional organisational and administrative skills to support the wide-ranging and innovative activities of a dynamic and growing non-profit, non-partisan organisation dedicated to a flourishing Australian future.

Next25 is seeking a Program Officer to assist in the planning and administration of Next25’s programs while also providing administrative support to the team. This role provides a platform for a detail-oriented, organised, people-person with strong communication skills to make a tangible impact on programs aimed at ensuring Australia has what it takes to make the future Australia wants.

You will be part of a highly collaborative and fiercely talented team. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career while contributing to a flourishing Australia across social, environmental, and economic dimensions.  

What your days will look like

As Program Officer, you will collaborate closely with the Program Manager in administering and operationalising Next25’s programs, including Next25 Leadership and Improving Democracy: Transforming Parliament for Women. Additionally, you will provide crucial administrative support to the team, ensuring the seamless execution of various tasks and projects.

The Program Officer’s key responsibilities are to: 

• Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to Next25’s flagship programs and associated activities.
• Collaborate with the Program Manager in planning, preparing, and executing programs, including coordinating logistics such as event planning, venue arrangements, catering, travel, and runsheets.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for program stakeholders, including Parliamentarians and their offices, as well as venue and facilitator teams.
• Assist in program evaluation through data entry, analysis, and the preparation of initial recommendations.
• Contribute to the creation of communication materials, including reports, social media content, newsletters, and emails.
• Provide administrative and operational support for various organisational projects, such as engagement events (both online and in-person), team activities, research initiatives, and more.

Our programs receive exceptional feedback

• 100% of all participants across both programs would recommend the program to colleagues
• 100% of all participants across both programs report the program improved their ability to lead
• 100% of all program participants since 2020 report the program improved their understanding of their role and agency in changing or influencing the political system
• 100% of Transforming Parliament for Women participants reported an improved confidence in the ability of themselves and others to play a role in the transformation of parliament 
• 100% of Transforming Parliament for Women participants would like to be part of the initiative’s next steps

Interested? We’d love to hear from you.

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Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews on a rolling basis.