Education Projects Officer - Australasian Sonographers Association

Location: Australasian Sonographers Association (ASA), Remote

Reports to: General Manager, Professional Development and Research

Position Type: Part Time 0.4 FTE, Flexible hours

Applications close: 5pm 18 July

Position Overview

The Australasian Sonographers Association is seeking an Education Projects Officer to join our team on a part-time basis, with the option to be based remotely anywhere in Australia. This role is pivotal to the successful delivery and management of our educational initiatives and professional development programmes. As Education Projects Officer, you will play a crucial role in advancing the Association's mission to support sonography education and professional excellence across Australasia.

The Education Projects Officer supports the design and development of sonographic courses aligned with established competency frameworks, professional standards, and ASA strategic priorities.

Working collaboratively with internal teams and external subject matter experts, the role will contribute to the design, development, and implementation of high-quality programs, with a key objective of achieving pilot course delivery within 12 months. The successful candidate will coordinate assigned components of projects to ensure progress against agreed timelines, with clear documentation and escalation of risks as required. This role contributes to the development of sustainable certification pathways that support workforce capability and professional recognition.

Curriculum Development and Design

• Support the design and development of courses aligned to competency frameworks and professional standards
• Contribute to curriculum structure, learning outcomes, and content development
• Assist in mapping course content to defined competencies and assessment requirements
• Contribute to ensuring curriculum design reflects best practice in adult learning and clinical education
• Contribute to the development of assessment strategies aligned to certification and competency requirements

Project Coordination and Delivery

• Support the planning and coordination of curriculum development projects
• Assist in developing project timelines and monitor progress against key milestones
• Contribute to the development of pilot-ready course materials, supporting delivery within agreed 12-month timelines
• Track and report on progress against deliverables, including curriculum documentation, assessment components, and pilot readiness
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation

Stakeholder Engagement

• Contribute to synthesising stakeholder input to inform curriculum design
• Liaise with internal ASA teams to ensure alignment across education, standards, and operational areas

Collaboration

• Work effectively in a remote environment, maintaining momentum and communication across geographically distributed stakeholders
• Work effectively with internal staff to support a coordinated and consistent approach to course development
• Contribute to a collaborative working environment and share knowledge across teams
• Support the General Manager, Professional Development and Research as required

Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to review processes to ensure curriculum content remains current, relevant, and aligned with professional standards
• Assist in evaluating pilot courses against defined learning outcomes and certification requirements, identifying opportunities for improvement
• Ensure documentation and processes support ongoing course refinement and scalability

Reporting and Documentation

• Provide updates on progress against milestones, risks, and deliverables
• Maintain clear and comprehensive records of curriculum development activities
• Prepare reports and supporting documentation as required

Other Duties

• Undertake additional duties as required, consistent with the scope of the role

Key Competencies

• Understanding of curriculum design principles, particularly in clinical or competency-based education
• Strong organisational and project coordination skills
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• High attention to detail
• Adaptability and ability to respond to changing priorities
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a remote, flexible environment

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• Experience in curriculum development, clinical teaching, or education design
• Understanding of competency-based education and its application to clinical practice
• Ability to translate clinical practice requirements into structured educational content

Desirable:

• Demonstrated understanding of sonographic clinical practice and current professional standards
• Experience working with competency frameworks or assessment design
• Experience engaging with clinical experts or professional working groups

About us

The Australasian Sonographers Association is a professional organisation dedicated to advancing sonography practice and education across Australasia. We are committed to supporting our members through high-quality educational programmes, professional development opportunities and advocacy within the healthcare sector. Our mission is to promote excellence in sonography and to ensure that sonographers have access to ongoing learning and development opportunities that enhance their clinical practice and career progression. We value collaboration, innovation and a commitment to excellence in everything we do.

What we offer

We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. As a part-time employee, you will benefit from flexibility in your working arrangements that supports work-life balance. We provide opportunities for professional development and the chance to work with a passionate team committed to advancing sonography education. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the professional development of sonographers across Australasia whilst working in a role that aligns with your organisational and educational interests.

How to apply

If you are interested in joining the Australasian Sonographers Association as an Education Projects Officer, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Apply now through our recruitment portal.

Applicants must have the permanent, unrestricted right to work in Australia at the time of application.

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