Lead - International Deployments

• Part time 30.4 hours per week
• Preferably based in Melbourne, Sydney optional
• Hybrid working arrangement

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 

Provide operational coordination, planning and advice in the effective management of international humanitarian staff (delegates) who are deployed overseas in response to emergencies, crises and Red Cross and Red Crescent Partner needs.

The Lead – International Deployments manages client groups to ensure deployment capacity and services are professional, safe and are fit for purpose in enabling Australian Red Cross to provide humanitarian and developmental assistance in complex international locations.

What you will bring 

• Well-developed collaboration and relationship management skills to build and maintain rapport and trust with a broad range of stakeholders internal and external to the organisation and leverage relationships and information for business (humanitarian) outcomes 
• Demonstrated analytical skills to make sense of complex and sometimes contradictory information to effectively consider options and develop solutions. Ability to communicate any problems, implement solutions and monitor appropriate actions. 
• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills to ensure both client understanding and compliance with complex organisational and sector requirements (safety and security, IHL, Codes of Conduct) and expert input into decision making.  
• Strong attention to detail and risk analysis stills to ensure effective and safe planning of complex assignments 
• Generalist human resources skills in recruitment, induction, competency and performance management and coaching.  
• Evidence of required vaccinations for travel

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.

Salary from $97,397.04 FTE + superannuation + salary packaging

For additional enquiries, please contact Mat Orr on morr@redcross.org.au

Applications must be submitted online to be considered for this role.

Whilst we appreciate interest in our roles, we will not be engaging with Agencies or Agency Candidates for this role.

Applications close: Sunday 8^th of September 2024

Job Ref #: 11501