Location: Tharwa, ACT

Job Type: Full-time

As a Program Coordinator with Outward Bound Australia, you’ll play a key role in planning, coordinating, and supporting the safe and effective delivery of outdoor education programs. You’ll work closely with our Head of Operations, and field teams to ensure programs are well designed, logistically sound, and meet the educational and wellbeing needs of participants. This dynamic role blends office-based planning with field engagement and occasional hands-on delivery support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both operational organisation and outdoor leadership.

You’ll coordinate high-quality programs, manage logistics, communicate with clients and staff, mentor instructors, support field delivery, conduct risk assessments, and complete all program documentation accurately and on time.

We’re looking for someone with experience coordinating outdoor programs, leading multi-day journeys, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and proficiency in digital systems. Relevant qualifications and certifications, a proactive, hands-on attitude, and a commitment to safety and teamwork are essential.

Join our passionate, supportive team in a stunning natural environment and make a tangible difference in the lives of participants every day.

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How to Apply: Program Coordinator Job at Outward Bound Australia

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Location: On-site, Tharwa, ACT

Job Type: Full-time

Job Description:

The Program Manager Canberra is a key member of OBA’s leadership team, supporting the Head of Operations by overseeing Tharwa Campus management, program administration, and operational delivery in the ACT region.

The Tharwa Campus is undergoing a significant transformation, with major investment to create an inspiring outdoor education hub. Recent improvements include new bushcraft workshops, a bushcraft ‘possum kitchen,’ a new operations office, and upgrades to the ropes course and initiatives. A Communal Centre with a commercial kitchen, dining/meeting space for 140 people, and corporate offices is scheduled for completion in mid-2026. Implementing strong campus management systems to support new programs and efficient property operations is now a critical priority.

The role is highly collaborative, working across operational teams, schools, community clients, contractors, service providers, and local stakeholders. As part of the OBA leadership team, the Program Manager has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals and groups while contributing to a dynamic, challenging, and passionate community.

See more details on the Careers page of our website.

How to apply: Program Manager - Canberra Job at Outward Bound Australia

*Please disregard instruction to apply below and apply direct to OWB through the link provided above.