Programs Coordinator Asia

• Flexible hybrid working arrangement

• Fixed-term parental leave cover

• Join a leading NFP tackling poverty & building a better future for all

Grow your skills while managing a varied and impactful portfolio supporting partners and communities across Asia.

About Caritas Australia

We are Compassion in Action.Caritas Australia is the international humanitarian and aid agency of the Australian Catholic Church. We have a vision to end poverty promotejusticeand uphold dignity for all. We partner with the most vulnerable communities to help them build better outcomes by improving access to sustainable livelihoods clean watersanitationand education.

Why work for Caritas Australia

You will join a team of like-minded individuals who are passionate about tackling poverty and injustice. As part of the Caritas Australia team you will alsobenefitfrom:

• Advancingyour career within the International Aid & Development sector with a focus on professional development and on the job learning opportunities

• Hybrid working arrangements to support your work/life balance

• Generous leave benefits including wellbeing birthday and 14 weeks of gender-neutral parentalleave

• Not-for-Profit salary packaging offered

What does the role involve

This is a fixed-term contract covering parental leave. Reporting to the Asia Manager you will help implement Caritas AustraliasStrategyand oversee a portfolio of development partnershipsand projects.

Key responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Overseeing a diverse portfolio of development and humanitarian partnerships in Asia ensuring high-quality project design implementation and impact.

• Supporting and strengthening partner organisations through strategic accompaniment organisational development and adaptive project management.

• Contributing to ANCP-fundedprojectsmanagement including preparingproposalsand reporting and ensuring compliance.

• Supporting partners through international field monitoring trips.

This roleisbased in our Mascot office and will work a hybrid model including two days in the office per week.

Who are we looking for

The successful candidatewill have adeep commitment to Caritas Australias mission to end poverty and injustice by promoting human dignity for all as well as a dedication to the principles of Catholic Social Teaching that guide our global efforts.Theywill have a mix of the following qualificationsskillsand experience:

• Tertiary qualification in International Development or a related discipline (orequivalentrelevant experience).

• Minimum 5 years experience in international development or humanitarian programming with strong skills in program design implementation and management.

• Advanced verbal and written communication skills including strong cross-cultural communication and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

• Understanding offinancialmanagement including the ability to review budgets and financial reports.

How to apply

We encourage you to apply even if youdontmeet all the listed qualifications. We value diverse experiences and we believe in potential. Ifyourepassionate about this role and believe you can make a valuable contributionwedlove to hear from you!

We encourage you to apply early as we will be assessing candidates as they come in and may close the ad earlier if necessary.

For any further questions or enquiries please contact thepeopleteam at. Otherwisepleasesubmityou cover letter and CV through the relevant links.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If yourequireany adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process please contact us.

Our commitment to safeguardingCaritas Australia recognises the personal dignity and rights of all people especially children and vulnerable adults. As part of your employment you willbe requiredto undergo relevant background checks (Police Checks Working with Children Checks Reference Checks) abide by our safeguarding policies and sign our Code of Conduct including Professional Behaviour Standards for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults.

Our commitment to diversity -Caritas Australia encourages and supports an inclusive and diverse workforce. We consider applications regardless of race sex genderageand disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples members of minority groups and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Our commitment to safety and wellbeing -Depending on your role Caritas Australia may require you to undertake health checks or receive vaccinations to ensure your safety and wellbeing at work.

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