We are now hiring for a 2026 Director
and/or Program Manager!
Applications are open - read on to find more
Program Manager
Mittagundi is looking for a skilled and qualified outdoor educator to join our team in an exciting
leadership role. This position is designed for a person with solid outdoor and group leading
experience. You’ll be a valued part of a professional team delivering unique opportunities for
young people on our outdoor programs. The key responsibilities involve working closely with the
director(s) in all program related responsibilities and team management. It's a great chance to
continue your professional development at Mittagundi, immense opportunities are available and
would be invaluable to the right professional outdoor educator.
For more information, please contact the Mittagundi Chair Mike Heffernan M: 0417 502 331 or via email to chair@mittagundi.org.au to discuss the position and let us know you are interested. Or arrange a visit to Mittagundi and check it out for yourself.
To apply, please email a CV and application letter addressing key selection criteria in this position description as well as answering these two questions:
- ‘What can I offer Mittagundi?’
- ‘What can Mittagundi offer me?’
Applications are open until positions are filled.
Please email enquiries and applications to chair@mittagundi.org.au
Join the team!
Each year sees a new team of Program Leaders join Mittagundi and become part of something truly incredible, leading and inspiring the next generation of young people while learning valuable skills and living & working among the foothills of the Victoria High Country.
If you are interested in joining next year’s team or have questions about the role, please reach out to recruitment@mittagundi.org.au.
Volunteering on a program is also a great place to start and get a feel for Mittagundi. For more information see Volunteer on a program
It is rare chance to be a valued part of a professional team delivering unique opportunities for young people on our classic outdoor programs. Leaders are at the heart of Mittagundi’s large community, they share a purposeful life and experience a year of professional development and personal learning through nationally accredited and in house training, skills and group work.
We are looking for staff that have a passion for working with young people in an outdoor education and working farm environment. The position requires the leader to lead young people in outdoor adventure activities (cross country skiing, snow camping, hiking, white water rafting and abseiling), logistics activities in support of these activities, and farm-based projects (such as animal husbandry, fencing, plumbing, gardening etc.).
Key Selection Criteria:
Keen interest or experience working with young people (aged 14-17) in the outdoors.
Effective communication skills.
A demonstrated strong and flexible work ethic.
Physically capable and mentally resilient.
Demonstrated ability to work as a part of a team.
In addition to the selection criteria, we will be looking for candidates with:
A sense of maturity and initiative ‘to have a go’.
A commitment to working, living and learning as part of a team.
An ability to take on increasing responsibility and autonomy in work.
An ability to work through challenging times of stress and pressure.
An understanding of Mittagundi philosophy.
Experience living and working on a farm, or trade skills (mechanics, carpenters/builders and plumbers are handy!).
A manual drivers license - full is preferred.
A Police Check and Victorian Working with Children’s Check (WWCC).
Please be aware that this is a full time, limited tenure, live-in role; Mittagundi will become your home and workplace for the duration of your contract. Consequently, the requirements of the role (specifically the living arrangements) are not suitable for families.
If you are interested in this role, please have a look around our website to familiarise yourself with our programs and review the information about the role. If, after reviewing this information, you are interested in being considered for this role please forward your CV, and a covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and why you want to work at Mittagundi to recruitment@mittagundi.org.au .Applications will be processed as they are received, and interviews will commence immediately. Incomplete applications will not be progressed.
Winter team day out, July 2023
