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Are you passionate about driving positive change and supporting innovative projects? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy collaborating with others to achieve meaningful outcomes? Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL) is looking for a Program Coordinator to join our Business Innovation team.

You’ll play a key part in coordinating activities, managing project documentation, and building strong relationships with stakeholders, all while contributing to the mission and values of Catholic Education Sandhurst.

The Position

• Title: Program Coordinator
• FTE / Hours: 1.0 FTE / 38 hours per week
• Employment Status: Ongoing
• Location: Bendigo
• Other Requirements: WWCC and National Police Check
• Potential start date: January 2026

About The CESL Office

The CESL Office Team comprises of close to 150 employees supporting over 50 schools and early childhood centres within the Sandhurst Diocese. We are a supportive and friendly team who are committed to working collaboratively with our schools to achieve the best outcomes possible for our students. With office locations in Bendigo, Wangaratta and Tatura.

You will bring

• Excellent organisational and coordination skills to manage multiple projects and priorities across a strategic portfolio.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building capabilities.
• Advanced skills in project documentation, reporting, budget development and maintenance and digital portfolio tools.
• Expertise in risk, issue, and dependency management at a portfolio level, with the ability to design and implement governance frameworks and conduct project audits.
• Problem-solving mindset with adaptability to changing needs.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate across teams.
• 2+ years’ project/program coordination experience in a mature PM practice.

 What We Offer You

• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Competitive benefits, growth opportunities and a supportive work environment.
• Generous leave provisions for more quality time with friends and family.
• Competitive remuneration, plus superannuation.
• Dedicated support and a collaborative, supportive team.

Magnify Sandhurst

In 2025, a diocesan first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese. 

Magnify Sandhurst will be introduced across 2025 to 2027, with each phase designed to bring measurable improvements in each learning environment. 

Magnify Sandhurst is set to transform learning for students with more specific and explicit teaching practices, bringing greater consistency and a more predictable and effective education experience for all students. 

The Magnify Sandhurst program combines evidence-based practices in teaching and learning to support each student's unique needs, strengths, and goals, focusing on strengthening core areas like literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments, and integrating Catholic values in daily learning. 

Learn more about Magnify Sandhurst. 

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL)  

As we ‘Magnify Sandhurst’ with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and ‘healthy and well communities’, we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality. Our motto is ‘Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day’.  

Child Safeguarding Statement for Applicants

Adhering and complying to CESL’s child safety expectations, policies, and commitments is essential for every CESL role, as all staff play a vital part in upholding and promoting a child-safe culture.

All applicants are encouraged to review the Catholic Education Office Sandhurst - Child Safeguarding information prior to submitting their application.

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety  

CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.  

Applications Close: 12 December 2025 @ 5:00pm 

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the Key Selection Criteria within the Position Description.  

If you are interested in learning more about CESL or registering for future opportunities please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.