About Family Business Association (FBA)

- Family-run businesses account for 70% of all businesses in Australia

- There are more than 1.4 million family businesses operating in Australia

- 70% of consumers trust family-owned businesses over non-family businesses, and 66% are willing to pay more for their products and services.

- Family businesses contribute ~AU$1billion each year to philanthropic activities

Family Business Association is the peak body for family businesses in Australia and New Zealand, helping family businesses to grow and thrive. We advocate for a sector that plays an integral role in our economy and social fabric, supporting the whole family business ecosystem - people in family business, those advising family business and amplifying the family business sector.

Family business members are supported through family business specific education and events, our Forum Group Program, events, including national and state conferences, a community of like-minded peers. This role is also responsible for the education of family business accredited advisors who understand the unique experience of family businesses.

Vision: We are highly regarded as a champion of the family business sector, supporting family businesses to thrive and maximise a positive economic and community impact.

Mission: To support families in business to grow and thrive.

Our Values - guiding our team in all that we do for the sector and our members:
One Family, Supporting Members to Thrive, Be Authentic, and A Learning Mindset

Working with us, you’ll enjoy:

- The opportunity to have a genuine impact on the future direction of learning and education at FBA

- Being part of the FBA Executive Team and contributing to broader organisational strategy

- Flexible work arrangements, including the opportunity to work 4 days per week

- Being part of a committed and values-driven team

- Working with family businesses,



advisors and experts across Australia and New Zealand

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Learning and Education Manager to lead the next phase of FBA’s education and learning strategy across Australia and New Zealand.

This is an prospect to shape the future of learning at FBA. Building on the existing foundations, you will have the scope to explore new ideas and formats, rethink how learning is designed and delivered, and grow the value and reach of our learning offering for families in business and their advisors.

As a member of the FBA Executive Team, you will own the end-to-end education portfolio, from strategy and product development through to delivery, performance and continuous improvement.

This is a role for someone who enjoys both strategy and delivery. You will take ownership of the full education portfolio, from understanding what our members need and identifying future opportunities, through to overseeing delivery, measuring performance and continuously improving the learning experience.

You will bring relevant experience in education, learning and development, along with strong strategic thinking, project management skills and experience working with facilitators, subject matter experts and stakeholders. Most importantly, you will be curious, open to new ideas and excited by the opportunity to help shape what comes next.

Next Steps

If this sounds like an opportunity aligned with your skills and career goals, we’d love to hear from you!

- Position description - https://api.flaxx.ai/api/media/m/kukXi21WQ55N3bsNSGBGHXXCOXMgET_0

- Apply via Seek, including a cover letter outlining why you are a strong fit for this role and how your experience aligns with the responsibilities outlined in the position description.

Applications close on Monday 8 September. Please note that we will begin reviewing applications upon receipt and will commence interviews prior to the closing date. Only applicants progressing to interview stage will be contacted.

📌 Learning and Education Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Family Business Australia
📍 Melbourne