Staff & careers

The people behind Pedal Power.

People who care about riding, community and a better Canberra.

Pedal Power staff together outdoors

The team behind the scenes

Meet our staff

Our staff work alongside volunteers to support members, deliver programs and advocate for people who ride.

Cecily Michaels

Cecily Michaels

Executive Director

Cecily is an avid recreational cyclist and commuter, passionate about promoting cycling as the key to a more sustainable and connected community. She brings a wealth of experience from the not-for-profit sector, including 15 years as an aid worker in Palestine and Southeast Asia, and leading a digital literacy NGO. In her spare time, Cecily enjoys creating mosaics, tending to her bonsai, and riding her Triumph Street Twin.

Ella Piestrzynski

Ella Piestrzynski

Community Engagement Officer

Ella is a student at ANU studying international relations and arts. A long-time netball player and coach, she loves working with others, meeting new people, and participating in her local community. When she’s not working or down at the courts, Ella enjoys hiking, cycling, bouldering, or doing just about anything outdoors that involves a new adventure. She is excited to join the Pedal Power family and looks forward to meeting everyone.

Mikayla Weber

Mikayla Weber

Communications & Marketing Officer

As a current Law and International Relations student at ANU, Mikayla combines passion for advocacy and strategic communication. A former triathlete, Mikayla is a proud member of the Pedal Power team, advocating for safer and more sustainable transport. Outside of work and study, she enjoys latin dance, collecting vinyl records, surfing, and brewing the ‘perfect’ coffee.

Josh Green

Josh Green

Program Support Officer

Josh is Pedal Power’s Program Support Officer, helping to organise the communications, events, and activities that enable the organisation’s dedicated volunteer advocates to do their work. An avid cyclist, Josh is passionate about supporting local communities, with previous experience working at a student residence at ANU and as a disability support worker in Canberra. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time in nature and drinking cups of tea in every shape and form.

Alina Murphy

Alina Murphy

Office Administrative Manager

Alina is experienced in program and office administration. She is excited to provide administrative assistance while making a difference to the community.

In her spare time, she likes to read, cycle, drink coffee and observe the amusing antics of her cats.

Careers at Pedal Power

Help more people get riding.

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Work with us

Careers.

Help more people get riding. Check back for future paid opportunities and explore volunteer roles with Pedal Power.

Opportunities

Paid opportunities.

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No current opportunities.

There are currently no paid positions available at Pedal Power. Please check back for future opportunities.

Give your time

Volunteer roles.

Share your skills on a bike or behind the scenes. Register your interest and we’ll discuss the right role and availability with you.

Stalls & events coordinator

Help organise community stalls, volunteer rosters and events.

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Programs coordinator

Support course bookings, participant administration and program delivery.

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Campaigns coordinator

Help coordinate advocacy campaigns and the volunteer campaign team.

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Web designer

Help improve website pages and keep content current.

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Office Volunteer

Contact members about renewals and help update their details.

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Bike mechanics

Help check and repair donated bikes for the Bike Library.

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