Head of Innovation

Contract until May 2027 (parental leave cover)Location: Melbourne preferred (open to candidates from Sydney Brisbane Adelaide)Hybrid working Minimum 2 days per week in the officeAbout Red CrossAustralian Red Cross is part of the worlds largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for the roleHumanitech is an Australian Red Cross initiative that convenes technology innovation partners together with our core areas of work to co-design solutions for positive humanitarian impact contemporary brand positioning and Head of Humanitech provides strategic leadership fostering and driving opportunities for the organisation to leverage technology innovation capability contemporary brand identity connections to new markets and partners and funding position leads Australian Red Cross thought leadership and practice on the use of responsible technology innovation for humanitarian you will bringExtensive and diverse experience in the application of technology innovation for social impactSubstantial experience leading high performance teams in humanitarian/NFP community government and/or business sectorProven experience in leading cross sector innovation partnerships with successful outcomesDemonstrated commercial acumen and/or expertise in business development with a track record of measurable successExtensive experience to influence advocate and represent effectively at high-level external forumsBenefits that act for you while you act for humanityWork flexibility: Australian Red Cross operates under a hybrid working model which includes two days on-site and three days from home proving you more work/life balanceFinancial 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 $15900 for living expenses (such as rent groceries utility bills); up to $2650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual Health & Wellbeing: You can access a paid Me day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options. You can also tap into specialist health and wellbeing advice via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provider Converge development: Access to ongoing learning training and informationThis role is covered by the Social Community Home Care and Disability Services Award - Level additional enquiries please contact Stacie Haber at for a confidential discussion. Please note email is for enquiries only. Applications must be received online to be date: Tuesday 23rd June