NESA Membership
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Who Can Apply
NESA MEMBERS DELIVER A BROAD RANGE OF EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS
,NESA membership is open to not for profit, community, private and public sector organisations. We welcome membership applications from organisations committed to our purpose, including organisations delivering employment and related services (for example, training, social enterprises, research, allied health, community and other social services). NESA members must commit to comply with our Constitution and our Code of Conduct. This enables NESA and our Members, to maintain our reputation as highly respected, influential and ethical organisations.
Employment Services Programs covered by NESA members include, but are not limited to:
Workforce Australia (including Career Transition Assistance and Employability Skills Training) | Disability Employment Services (DES) | Community Development Program (CDP) | Transition to Work | Parents Pathway | Time to Work | Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) | Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) | Self Employment Assistance (SEA) Program
A number of NESA members also deliver state government funded employment programs, and/or a range of social welfare, community and health services, recruitment services and social enterprises.
Many NESA members are Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).
Benefits and Entitlements
Advocacy and Representation:
- Have a voice in shaping policy positions on critical issues
- Influence decision makers on key issues that affect your business
- Have strong independent representation of your interests
- Participate in Special Interest Groups and Working Groups with Government
Learning and Development:
- Build workforce capability through tailored training at exclusive member rates
- Access Live Learning through The Nesa Academy
- Maximise your staff development budget with our Boost subscription
- Benefit from the knowledge and expertise of our experienced trainers
- Designed to support Australia’s employment sector
Networks and Connections:
- Connect with sector leaders, peers, and key stakeholders
- Attend national events and conferences at our exclusive member rate
- Build valuable professional relationships and networks
Exclusive Member Perks:
- Voting rights at the annual Board elections
- Leadership executive insights and updates
- Substantial discounts on NESA products, services, and events
- Premium offers from our INDUSTRY PARTNERS
- Inspire excellence with our prestigious NESA Awards for Excellence
Application Procedure
Upon receipt of your completed membership application form, your application will be put forward to the NESA Board for their consideration. Notification of the Board’s decision will be sent to the person listed as the Official Representative on the application form.
Information required to complete your application includes:
Head office contact details
Program information
Reason for wanting to become a NESA member
Organisation Trading and Legal names
2025/26 Annual Membership Fees
Annual membership subscription fees are based on the number of full-time equivalent (FTE) employees within your organisation.
A one-time joining fee of $700 applies to all new members.
The membership year runs from 1 July to 30 June.
Flexible payment options are available:
Payment in full (upfront), or
Quarterly payments in advance, subject to a 1.5% administration fee.
0-5 FTE Staff
6-10 FTE Staff
11-25 FTE Staff
26-50 FTE Staff
51-100 FTE Staff
101-250 FTE Staff
251-500 FTE Staff
501-1000 FTE Staff
1001-1500 FTE Staff
1501-2000 FTE Staff
2001+ FTE Staff
Prices shown are exclusive of GST.
By selecting the quarterly payment option, you are committing to a 12-month membership term.
While payments are made quarterly in advance, the full annual membership fee remains payable and binding for the entire term.
Early termination or cancellation of membership by members before the end of the 12-month period is not permitted.
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