About the Business

UDIA is the peak membership organisation representing the urban development industry in Western Australia.

We recognise that great places and housing choice are fundamental elements in enabling better lives for all Western Australians and our industry plays a crucial role in this – that’s why this is UDIA WA’s purpose.

UDIA WA’s vision is for diverse living options in thriving, connected communities.

Our mission is to lead, influence and deliver remarkable member value for a strong urban development industry. We do this through a focus on activities which seek to ‘Educate’, ‘Advocate’ and ‘Connect’.

As the leading voice for urban development in WA, we work collaboratively with government and others to achieve our purpose, vision, and mission and support members to achieve their goals. This includes by facilitating essential discussion and debate, fostering a connected industry, releasing critical research and market intelligence that informs business decisions and presenting Government with evidence-based solutions that influence policy outcomes.

Under our ‘Educate’ strategic pillar, our goal is to enhance the urban development industry’s role and reputation in supporting liveable communities. Through our UDIA WA Educate Program, we seek to deliver high-quality professional development for a skilled and informed urban development industry.

About the role

Reporting to the Executive Director, Strategy & Policy, this role is responsible for the delivery, ongoing development and growth of the Institute’s professional development and training program, positioning UDIA WA as the ‘go to’ for our industry’s educational needs.

Key responsibilities include:

- Drive the evolution of UDIA WA’s comprehensive Professional Development and Training Program, UDIA WA ‘Educate’, to align with the National Microcredentials Framework

- As the primary administrator,



leverage the investment in UDIA WA’s Learning Management System (LMS) and work with the platform provider to troubleshoot issues and undertake ongoing maintenance to ensure a great user experience

- Manage the ongoing delivery and expansion of the UDIA WA Educate Program, which includes arranging all course logistics, managing speakers, contractors, suppliers and stakeholders to ensure a professional, well-presented courses that represent value for money for both UDIA WA and attendees

- Ensure course content is accurate, informative, current, and presented in an engaging way through the LMS and for in-person course delivery

- Work with UDIA WA’s Professional Development Operational Committee and subject matter experts to identify and develop new training offerings that address identified skills gaps within the industry and fill a void not being filled by other industry-related training providers

- Ensure course budgets are managed and work effectively with the team to ensure revenue targets met or exceeded

- Identify opportunities for partnerships, including with registered training organisations and other providers of CPD points and recognition of prior learning

Attractive Remuneration Package

Performance will be assessed on an ongoing basis based on adequate demonstration of the role’s core competencies and agreed KPIs that are reviewed and agreed every six months. Interested candidates should call for a confidential conservation.

Perks and Perks

As a certified ‘Great Place to Work’,



be part of a small, dynamic and purpose-led team that works in collaboration with a large and highly engaged membership base toward the delivery of great places, housing choice and a sustainable future for Western Australia.

We foster a supportive and collaborative working environment that aims for high performance and a positive culture.

Other benefits include:

- 22 days annual leave each year

- Paid leave during compulsory Christmas shutdown period – in addition to the 22 days annual leave

- Office in central, vibrant location in Subiaco

- Personalised professional development plan and one on one coaching sessions including development of an individual Big5 Profile

- Flexible working arrangements including WFH and nine-day fortnight options

- Regular team social events and attendance at UDIA WA's industry functions

Skills and experience

Essential criteria:

- Minimum 2 years’ experience managing delivery of education/professional development/training programs and/or content-driven events, ideally aimed at a professional or technical audience (be that internal or external)

- Relevant qualification related to learning & development, education, event management, marketing, PR, human resources or associated field

- Must have the right to live and work in Australia

- Must have a current driver’s licence

Desirable:

- Experience working in a registered training organisation or member organisation

- Experience working with a Learning Management System

To be eligible for consideration applicants must submit a cover letter and comprehensive CV.

A copy of the full position description may be obtained by contacting UDIA WA on 08 9215 34***or emailing ****@udiawa.com.au.

Early applications are encouraged as the interview process is ready to commence immediately for the right candidates.

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