Executive Lead, International Programs

• Melbourne-based
• Ongoing Contract
• 35 Hours per week

About Us

At Oxfam Australia we believe all lives are equal and no one should live in poverty. We are a member of Oxfam International a global confederation working with partners and local communities in 87 countries.

Would you like to join this global movement of people working together to eliminate the inequalities that keep people in poverty

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and committed person to fill the role of Executive Lead International Programs.

Why you will love working at Oxfam

Oxfam Australia is seeking a dynamic and experienced people leader to step into the role ofExecutive Lead International Programs a critical executive position responsible for overseeing and driving the delivery of our international development and humanitarian portfolio.

Youll lead a team of experts across development programming humanitarian response and grants management. Youll bring strategic clarity performance rigour and a collaborative mindset to ensure we deliver effective values-aligned programming in a rapidly changing world.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Drive the delivery of Oxfam Australias international strategy and hold accountability for results outcomes and impact
• Lead coach and manage the team building a culture of high performance accountability and wellbeing
• Ensure the successful delivery of major development and humanitarian programs including DFAT-funded and donor-funded initiatives
• Provide adaptive leadership to navigate complexity and uncertainty making data-driven decisions and managing risk proactively
• Serve as a key external representative with DFAT ACFID Oxfam International and other partners
• Strengthen systems optimise operations and champion continuous improvement across all aspects of program delivery

A little about you (the key selection criteria)

To be successful in this role you will have:

• You are a seasoned executive or senior leader who can demonstrate:
• Proven experience in leading complex international development and humanitarian programs at a senior or executive level with a deep understanding of the sector and global donor landscape
• Extensive experience in leading managing and motivating teams to change ways of working foster continuous improvement and deliver on strategic goals
• Extensive experience representing organisations to donors governments sector bodies (e.g. DFAT ACFID) and confederation partners
• Demonstrated experience operating in DFAT-accredited agencies with a strong understanding of accreditation processes and sector standards (e.g. ACFID).
• Demonstrated expertise in MEL systems design use of data for decision-making and embedding learning within program teams.

We can offer you

• A base salary of $167727 plus superannuation superior leave benefits and access to a generous not-for-profit salary packaging program (up to $18450 of your salary tax-free).
• The opportunity to use your talents and expertise to make a positive impact around the world.
• We value flexibility and seek to support our people to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing.
• Superannuation matching

Our culture is shaped by our values which reinforce what we care about and how we do things not just what we do. Our five core values of Accountability Empowerment Equality Inclusiveness and Sustainability drive everything we do at Oxfam.

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment exploitation and abuse lack of integrity and financial misconduct. We are committed to promoting the welfare of children young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. Therefore our people are required to comply with the One Oxfam Child Safeguarding and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse policies and sign the Oxfam Australia Child Safeguarding and One Oxfam Employee Codes of Conduct.

How to Apply

To apply please submit the following documents:

• A current resume detailing your work history qualifications and achievements
• A cover letter outlining your interest in the role and summarising your suitability forthe role
• A document addressing the key selection criteria listed above

Applications that do not address the key selection criteria may not be considered.

Here is the link to the Position Description

Applications close Friday July 25th at 5:00 pm. However we may be reviewing and interviewing suitable candidates as applications are received so we encourage you to apply early. For queries about this role contact Sarah Madacki

No recruitment agencies please.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We care deeply about creating a safe and inclusive workplace where our people feel valued respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applicants with personal experience of the forms of injustice we seek to address to apply for opportunities at Oxfam Australia.

Applicants will be required to show proof of their right to work in Australia subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks which include Police Checks and Misconduct Disclosure Scheme outcomesprior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Oxfam Australia to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Australian work visas
Oxfam Australia will not recruit international candidates who do not hold visas permitting them to work in Australia. Oxfam Australia does not provide visa sponsorship

Additional information:
For ongoing roles candidates will be required to have a minimum of 2 years Australian work rights from the date of commencement of their employment with Oxfam Australia. For fixed-term roles candidates will be required to have work rights for the full duration of the contract.

At Oxfam Australia we are committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and equitable culture where everyones rights are recognised and respected. Guided by feminist principles and core values we embrace different perspectives and work to eliminate systemic inequities that perpetuate discrimination. We centre and amplify the voices of people with lived experience and work in solidarity to build a future where no one is left behind.

Our commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion is reflected in our actions Oxfam Australia:

• Supports employee-led committees
• Promotes consultative ways of working and decision making
• Maintains a comprehensive enterprise agreement that prioritises employee well-being as demonstrated through multiple leave types
• Provides ongoing awareness and training on unconscious bias inclusion and respectful workplace practices ensuring alignment with Oxfams values Ensures a fair and accessible recruitment process

We give priority to protecting the health safety and well-being of our people supporters and the communities we work with. If successful you may be required to provide evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination or approved medical contraindication before commencing employment with Oxfam Australia.