Grade 5 | Full-time, Ongoing Location: Melbourne preferred (Level 4, 365 Queen Street) or ACTU satellite offices
The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) is the peak body for unions in Australia.
Through the Australian Trade Union Institute (ATUI), we deliver education and capacity building that supports unions to grow, win, and build power for working people.
Grade 5 | Full-time, Ongoing Location: Melbourne preferred (Level 4, 365 Queen Street) or ACTU satellite offices
The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) is the peak body for unions in Australia.
Through the Australian Trade Union Institute (ATUI), we deliver education and capacity building that supports unions to grow, win, and build power for working people.
We are seeking an experienced and creative Online Learning Designer & Educator to lead the design, development and delivery of engaging online learning experiences for union members, delegates and officials across Australia.
This is an exciting opportunity to help expand the reach and impact of union education through innovative digital learning, multimedia content and online facilitation.
The ACTU is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the rich cultural and social diversity of our community.
We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of colour, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disabilities, and individuals from diverse socio‐economic backgrounds.
About The Role
Reporting to the Capacity Building Manager, the Online Learning Designer & Educator plays a key role in strengthening education and learning opportunities across the union movement.
You will work closely with educators, affiliates, subject matter experts and multimedia specialists to design engaging online courses, webinars and digital learning resources that make high‐quality union education accessible to more workers and activists.
This role combines instructional design, online facilitation, learning technology and project management.




You will help shape the future of digital learning at the ACTU and support affiliates to build their own online education capabilities.
Key Responsibilities Include
Designing, developing and maintaining high‐quality online learning modules and resources within the Learning Management System (LMS)
Working with the ACTU videographer and subject matter experts to create engaging educational videos and multimedia content
Designing and delivering live online training, webinars and virtual workshops
Applying adult learning principles, learner‐centred design and accessibility standards across all online education offerings
Managing LMS administration, reporting, course maintenance and learner engagement data
Monitoring learner feedback and completion data to continuously improve programs
Supporting ACTU educators and staff to effectively use online learning technologies and systems
Translating complex industrial, policy and organising content into engaging digital learning experiences
Working with affiliates to strengthen and expand online education offerings across the union movement
Managing end‐to‐end online learning projects from concept through implementation and evaluation
Contributing to the planning and development of ATUI education and capacity building initiatives
Building and maintaining robust relationships with affiliates and other stakeholders
Keeping abreast of emerging trends and best practice in online learning, educational technology and digital pedagogy.
About You
You are passionate about education and learning and have a strong understanding of how adults learn in digital environments.
You are creative,



organised and confident using technology to create engaging learning experiences.
You Will Bring
Demonstrated experience designing and developing online learning modules and digital learning resources
Experience facilitating webinars, online training or virtual workshops
Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design and learner engagement
Experience using Learning Management Systems to develop, deliver and manage training programs
Experience creating educational videos and multimedia content
Excellent written communication, presentation and facilitation skills
Strong project management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
A commitment to accessibility, inclusion and learner‐centred design
The ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders
A commitment to union values, social justice and collective action.
Desirable
Experience with video editing, graphic design and multimedia production tools
Experience working in unions, community organisations, membership‐based organisations or education
Knowledge of emerging online learning technologies and practices.
Direct or indirect lived experience of cultural diversity and/or disability and the ability to apply this perspective to inclusive learning design.
Why work with us
Work at the centre of the union movement
Help shape the future of online learning and union education
Contribute to meaningful change for working people
Collaborative and values‐driven workplace
Interstate travel and occasional out‐of‐hours work are required.
Benefits
The ACTU offers a competitive salary range of $121,898 – $142,404 depending on skills and experience, along with:
Additional 15% superannuation
Annual leave loading
Working from home opportunities
Generous leave arrangements, including up to 5 additional days of annual leave
The opportunity to work a rostered day off arrangement
Closing Date
Applications close on Monday 7th September ****.
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📌 Online Learning Designer & Educator At Australian Council Of Trade Unions (Melbourne)
🏢 Australian Council Of Trade Unions (Actu)
📍 Melbourne