At a Glance
- Tasks: Support veterinary professionals and drive member engagement through innovative initiatives.
- Company: Join the Australian Veterinary Association, a leader in animal health and welfare.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, a supportive team, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for remote work and occasional travel.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the future of the veterinary profession while working with passionate individuals.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications and experience in governance or executive roles required.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Executive Officer - Special Interest Groups
About Australian Veterinary Association (AVA)
The AVA is the peak professional organisation representing veterinary professionals and veterinary students across Australia.
For over 100 years, we've been the united voice of the veterinary profession—safeguarding animal health and welfare and building a vibrant future for veterinary professionals.
Our members are experts in animal health and welfare and one of Australia's most trusted and respected professions.
Our organisation promotes and leads scientific progress and outcomes in the field of Veterinary Science
AVA's Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are membership groups within the AVA that bring together veterinarians with shared interests in specific animal species (such as Small Animal, Cattle, Equine, Pigs and Poultry) or areas of veterinary practice and science (including Behaviour, Dentistry, Welfare and Ethic).
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a part-time Executive Officer, Special Interest Groups to join our team for 3 days per week on a job share temporary basis for 6 months.
This role is responsible for supporting AVA members and their SIG Committees.
Drive and contribute to membership growth, retention and engagement, advocacy, and continuing professional development for their SIG through development and implementation of initiatives to meet strategic objectives of the AVA.
Our national office is located in St Leonards, Sydney; however, remote work arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.
This role may require occasional travel and, from time to time, work outside standard business hours.
- Develop and implement annual SIG membership plans
- Membership coordination, including the promotion of member benefits & maintaining up-to-date records in our CRM.
- Coordination and implementation of timely and relevant communication to members of the groups and committee around events, meetings and membership plans.
- Coordinate a program of social and member functions to drive member engagement and increase memberships.
- Stimulate and coordinate member participation in organisation of activities to build depth of commitment and engagement with the AVA.
- Assist in the development of advocacy plans and submissions though maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and member subject matter expertise.
- Continuing professional development (CPD) management; inclusive of annual conference planning and participation, webinars and other educational activities.
- Governance and financial management, looking after financial events and membership activities and preparation of reporting.
Identify alternative sources of funding including grants and sponsorships.
About You
- Tertiary qualifications in business, management, marketing, veterinary science or a related field
- At least 3 years' experience in a committee governance/EO role
- Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills
- Experience in planning and implementing member/customer marketing strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to build, manage and achieve budgets
- Ability to effectively engage with many stakeholders including members and industry.
- Experienced in, and capable of, providing a high level of executive support.
- Demonstrated ability to influence Committees and Groups
- Why You Should Work With AVA
- Flexible hybrid working conditions including work from home
- Collaborative, fun and supportive team
- Make a genuine impact on the future of the veterinary profession
Visit our website www. ava. com. au for more information on the AVA.
This is an opportunity to take your passion for education, events and administration in a values-based organisation that supports one of Australia's most trusted professions.
You'll become part of the AVA family, working in a friendly and positive employee culture and team environment.
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