Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Sydney, NSW

Job Category: Program & Project Management

About Us The Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) is committed to strengthening society through world-class governance. We aim to be the independent and trusted voice of governance, building the capability of a community of leaders for the benefit of society. Our membership of more than 53,000 includes directors and senior leaders from business, government and the not-for-profit sectors.

About the team The Sectors Team is dedicated to guiding, engaging, and creating opportunities that enhance governance capabilities in areas where the AICD can deliver significant impact. By delivering targeted programs, scholarships, and initiatives, we support and strengthen directorship standards across key sectors including Not-for-Profit, ASX, First Nations, and Board Diversity.

Bringing together deep sector expertise and program delivery capability, the team plays a vital role in building governance capacity across a broad spectrum of communities, ensuring diverse voices are supported, empowered, and heard.

About

About the role The Sectors Delivery Partner coordinates and implements sector initiatives identified in the Member Sector Strategy. Working closely with Sector Leads, the Manager, Sectors Delivery and colleagues across the organisation, you will help take programs and initiatives from design through to promotion, delivery and evaluation.

This is a varied coordination role combining program delivery, stakeholder communication, research, reporting, CRM administration and continuous improvement. You will help ensure initiatives are delivered accurately, professionally and with a positive experience for members, participants, partners and program sponsors.

Your Remit Will Be Broad And Will Include

- Coordinate the end-to-end design, promotion, delivery and evaluation of programs and events outlined in the Member Sector Strategy.
- Administer programs, including reviewing and assessing applications and maintaining content in the CRM.
- Provide clear and timely communication to members, applicants, partners, sponsors and internal stakeholders.
- Coordinate program logistics and maintain accurate information and records in the CRM.




- Review outcomes and identify opportunities to strengthen programs and improve future delivery.
- Develop and maintain trusted relationships with members, external stakeholders and AICD teams.
- Support Sector Leads and the Manager, Sectors Delivery with the development of recent sector programs.
- Undertake research, scoping and administration to support programs.
- Maintain accurate and current website information, coordinate progress reporting and support relevant external research.
- Support cross-organisational Reconciliation Action Plan priorities and deliverables where required.

Desired Skills And Experience What you bring to the role You are a proactive and highly organised program, project or event coordination professional who enjoys turning plans into well-executed outcomes. You communicate confidently, manage competing priorities with care and bring strong attention to detail. You are comfortable working with data, systems and reporting, while also building trusted relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. You will bring an adaptable and collaborative approach, sound judgement when engaging with high-profile stakeholders and a genuine interest in community-focused initiatives.

You will champion the AICD “OneTeam” approach and values of: Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Collaboration. In addition, you will also have the following:

- Demonstrable experience in project coordination, project management, event management or a related discipline.
- Strong planning, organisation and time-management capabilities.
- The ability to prioritise and coordinate several activities effectively.
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, including report writing.
- A high level of initiative and close attention to detail.
- The ability to interpret data, metrics and insights and communicate their meaning.
- Experience building productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.




- Discretion and sound judgement when working with senior or high-profile stakeholders.
- Adaptability, resilience, teamwork and a willingness to support colleagues.
- An interest in community-focused initiatives, including diversity and inclusion and the not-for-profit sector.

Join the AICD There are many benefits of joining the AICD, but the following are examples of what you can expect:

- Enjoy true flexibility with hybrid working arrangements that support balance and productivity.
- Maximise your benefits with access to salary sacrificing and salary continuance (income protection) insurance.
- Feel supported with a comprehensive employee assistance program available to you and your immediate family.
- Join a collaborative, solutions‑focused team that genuinely lives a ‘One Team’ culture.
- Grow your career with confidence through our capability framework, ongoing professional development programs, and access to the AICD education platform—including training courses, webinars, professional coaching, and external study support.
- Have an impact in an organisation recognised as the gold standard in governance, policy, and leadership across Australia.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, sexuality, cultural and linguistic backgrounds,Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people with a disability. We provide reasonable adjustments including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email [email protected] .

For further information on what it’s like to work with us, please visit our Careers and LinkedIn Life pages:

- Our Careers page: https://www.aicd.com.au/about-aicd/work-aicd.html
- Our LinkedIn page: www.linkedin.com/school/35753/

How To Apply Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing why you are the best person for the position by clicking 'Apply'. Please note, applications close on 24/09/2026. We will be in touch with shortlisted candidates shortly after this date. If you have any queries regarding this opportunity, please contact Paul Schofield, People and Culture Consultant, via email on [email protected]

📌 Sector Program Coordinator (Sydney)
🏢 Australian Institute Of Company Directors
📍 Sydney