* $106,019 - $122,233 + 15.4% superannuation - ASC Grade 5
* Sydney,Canberra,Melbourne
* Fixed Term Full Time
Applications close at 11:30 pm AEDT Friday, 13 March 2026 (late applications will not be accepted).
The Australian Sports Commission is embarking on the Green and Gold decade. An exciting time filled with international sporting competitions on home soil, including the Men’s and Women’s Rugby World Cup, and culminating in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We have an ambitious new Strategic Vision and we need the best players on our team to help us deliver real results for the sporting sector and all Australians.
Are you up for the challenge?
About the team – The Sport Learning team is responsible for the Australian Sport Learning Centre (Learning Centre) growth and delivery internally and externally. The Learning Centre delivers sector-wide learning and development outcomes by centralising and syndicating learning activities, including Learning Management Solution (LMS) and online learning content. Recognised National Sporting Organisations and National Sporting Organisations for People with Disability (NSOs/NSODs) can join the Learning Centre as subtenants, creating a fully branded one stop shop for all learning, including online and face to face activities. We exist to develop a thriving and sustainable learning and development culture, enabling the ASC, including AIS, and NSOs/NSODs to bring their best possible learning and development experiences to life. We use technology to create a strong value proposition and efficiencies through scalable and repeatable solutions that deliver relevant products and services that make a positive and strategic impact to Australian sport.
Teamwork is incredibly important to us, and we thrive on delivering outcomes that make a difference and leave a positive legacy.
About the role – We are seeking a talented and skilled eLearning professional who will embrace and grow our positive team culture, whilst demonstrating a can-do attitude towards co-design, engagement and delivery. You will demonstrate skills, experience and a keen interest in online learning and development with considerable experience in instructional design, end-to-end eLearning development and delivery, and a customer-centred focus. The secret to our success is simple - we seek people who are exceptional at their craft and ready to stretch for success.
About you – We are looking for an experienced Instructional Designer with complimentary LMS administration experience and a proven ability to translate complex content into clear, structured and engaging learning experiences aligned to learning outcomes.
You will have excellent interpersonal and communication approaches, and an ability to prioritise daily, weekly and fortnightly tasks in a fast-paced multi-faceted role.
* Relevant tertiary and/or professional qualifications in online Instructional Design or related field. Excellent knowledge of L&D practices and adult education principles.
* Minimum 5 years of industry experience designing eLearning courses within government, sport, education or other large and complex organisations.
* Demonstrated experience and sound technical skills with current eLearning technologies and a variety of authoring tools.
* Demonstrated stakeholder and Subject Matter Expert (SME) engagement and collaboration skills are essential, along with an excellent knowledge of L&D practices and adult education principles.
* Demonstrated communication, interpersonal and liaison skills with a proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with others.
* Demonstrated understanding of mandatory accessibility guidelines (WCAG requirements) and how they apply to an interactive eLearning environment is highly desired.
* Demonstrated understanding of project management methodologies, preferably within an instructional or learning design solution.
* Experience using the Evolve content authoring tool and/or Totara (or Moodle) LMS administration/course building experience is highly regarded.
This position is offered as a FIXED TERM position until 16 February 2027 with the possibility of being extended or made ongoing. Why work with us?
We have offices located in Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney. Across all locations, we offer:
* Options for flexible working arrangements.
* Annual allowances towards training based on individualised career goals.
* Access to a customised ASC L&D calendar for ongoing professional and career development.
* Generous superannuation scheme with up to 15.4% employer contributions.
* Corporate discount on AIS Shop merchandise.
* Access to Clearinghouse for Sport, an information sharing platform for Sporting professionals.
Additionally, our Canberra campus offers:
* Free onsite parking
* Onsite facilities including café, dining hall, gym, and swimming pool.
* Priority placement for your children to access the award winning, onsite AIS Caretaker’s Cottage Childcare Centre.
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact:
* Contact Officer: David Phillips, Sr. Advisor Learning & Development
* Phone number: 02 6214 1***
* Email address: **************@ausport.gov.au
Eligibility
To be eligible for this position applicants are required to be Australian citizens or permanent residents and must be able to obtain and maintain an AGSVA Security Clearance.
As part of the Commonwealth Child Safety Framework the ASC is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and leading the way in Child Safety across the sports sector. This position requires a Working with Vulnerable/Children People check to obtain employment.
Notes
* The ASC is committed to protecting children from harm. We require all applicants that will work with children to undergo screening processes prior to appointment.
* Should a merit pool be established for this position, it may be used to fill ongoing or fixed term opportunities as they arise within 18 months from the date advertised.
* The ASC operates under the Australian Sports Commission Act 1989 and is separate to the Public Service Act 1999. The ASC accepts most leave liability and recognition of prior service if you are currently employed at a Commonwealth agency.
* If you are experiencing issues or have any questions with the e-recruitment system, please contact the People & Culture Hub via email ******@ausport.gov.au or phone (02) 6214 1***.
Acknowledgement of Country
The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where its offices are located, the Ngunnawal people and recognises any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people of the Kulin Nation, the people of the Yugambeh Nation and the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. The ASC extends this acknowledgment to all the Traditional Custodians of the lands and First Nations peoples throughout Australia and would like to pay respects to all Elders past and present. The ASC recognises the outstanding contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to society and sport in Australia and celebrates the power of sport to promote reconciliation and reduce inequality.
Application and Job Description
The Job Description can be downloaded from the attachment below. The application form will include these questions:
* Referencing the job description, please describe why you believe you are suitable for this position, including listing your key relevant achievements [up to 750 words]
* The ASC’s shared values are respect, integrity, teamwork and excellence. Please describe which resonates with you and why [up to 300 words]
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