Senior Officer - Coordination

• Full time position
• 12 month contract
• Flexible location

About Us 

Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity. 

About the role 

The Senior Officer – Coordination plays a pivotal role within the Emergency Services Strategy, Policy, and Research team at the Australian Red Cross.

Lead projects and activities to ensure efficient and effective management of strategic priorities and empower the team to achieve their goals, building strong and resilient communities, anticipating, and responding to disasters, driving sustainable impact, and advocating for systemic change.

What you will bring 

• Demonstrated sound technical knowledge and expertise in project management, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to develop and implement effective strategies to empower teams and drive organisational goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster cooperation, collaboration and build partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement initiatives and enhance efficiency within established work practices.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate program/project outcomes and make data-driven decisions.
• Commitment to humanitarian values and principles, with a passion for making a positive impact in communities.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements, demonstrating flexibility and resilience in a dynamic work environment under general direction from senior employees

Why work with us?  

Work for purpose, know that the work you do enables Red Cross to support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. 

Red Cross respects, values and encourages diversity. We believe that diversity in our people enriches our organisation as well as the impact we have. 

Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity 

Financial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual leave. 

Health & Wellbeing: You can tap into specialist advice for nutrition, sleep, resilience and mindfulness, as well as access to guided meditation and other wellbeing programs. 

Work/Life Flexibility: You can access flexible working arrangements, paid ‘Me’ day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options 

Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development courses 

Further information  

This role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award – Level 5.

For additional enquiries, please contact Andrew Coghlan on 0418 623 781 for a confidential discussion. 

Applications close: Thursday 23^rd May 2024

Job Ref #: 618