Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Grade in advertisement
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: VG/1869167
Do you want to work for a values-based, emergency service organisation that puts the community at the centre of everything we do?
We are proud of the work we do in protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
With over 51,000 volunteers CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees. We, embrace individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, recognising the unique value they bring to CFA.
To learn more about the Country Fire Authority (CFA), we invite you to visit our About Us page.
About the Role
Are you ready to make a real difference in Victoria's emergency services? CFA is seeking a Program Designer to join our Operational Doctrine and Training (ODT) team, a passionate team dedicated to developing and delivering contemporary training and doctrine that supports CFA's operational excellence.
This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment where flexibility, resilience and strategic thinking are key. You'll play a vital role in designing high-quality training programs and operational doctrine that enhance the capabilities of CFA members and align with regulatory and legislative requirements.
Program Designers are part of a team responsible for designing and developing training materials for CFA. This opportunity has a strong focus on project management and course design, while also contributing to other aspects of the role as outlined in the position description. The position currently includes one direct report.
As a Program Designer, you will:
About You
Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
Why choose CFA
Your Application
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When applying for a position with CFA, please submit a cover letter and resume that demonstrates your qualifications, experience, key attributes and skills required for the position.
Pre-employment Checks
Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who:
CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.
Applications close: 11:59pm 6th July 2025
If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email [email protected]
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