Role Vacant: Coordinator – International Programs
ABOUT THE ROLE
Interplast is currently seeking expressions of interest for a Coordinator – International Programs to join our growing team. This exciting opportunity is a full-time permanent position based out of our East Melbourne office. Reporting to the Head of Program Operations, the Coordinator – International programs is broadly responsible for the operational delivery of our programs. This role has a strong emphasis on project logistics and stakeholder liaison, ensuring that Interplast’s programs are delivered effectively.
Included functions are:
- Project delivery and coordination
- Communications, relationships and network building
- Systems and processes
- Compliance and regulatory affairs
- Financial management and reporting
- Monitoring and evaluation
Please refer to the full position description for further details.
ABOUT US
Interplast Australia & New Zealand (Interplast) was founded in 1983 and is a not-for-profit development organization, which provides volunteer plastic and reconstructive services, alongside health capacity building activities in developing countries in the Asia Pacific region.
Interplast works to improve the lives of people living with a disability as a result of congenital and acquired medical conditions such as cleft lip and palate or burn scar contractures. Volunteer plastic and reconstructive surgeons, anaesthetists, nurses, and allied health professionals provide free medical treatment for those who would otherwise not have access to these services. Interplast works closely with local organisations to build their capacity to deliver surgical and other related health care interventions.
Interplast is a member of the Australian Council for International Development (ACFID) a proud signatory to the ACIFD Code of Conduct and is an accredited non-government organisation with the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
ABOUT YOU
This is a great opportunity if you are looking for a role in international development.
Skills
- Ability to work both independently and in a small team environment
- Proven administrative, record management and budgeting skills
- Ability to network, communicate cross-culturally and manage relationships diplomatically with people from a range of backgrounds
- High level written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to undertake program design, implementation (including a significant amount of logistical support) and evaluation
- Conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Initiative, flexibility and demonstrated drive to achieve results
Experience
- Experience in overseas development and an understanding of DFAT systems and procedures are highly desirable
- At least 2 years’ experience relevant to the position
Knowledge & Qualifications
- Tertiary qualifications in international development, international health or related field
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Interplast offers hybrid working options, so flexible hours and work from home arrangements are available. Candidate must be Melbourne-based.
Some regional, interstate, and overseas travel will be required
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a National Police Check and Counter Terrorism Check
HOW CAN I APPLY?
We welcome your application and invite you to submit your resume and application letter, broadly addressing the above selection criteria, by emailing joinus@Interplast.org.au.
For further enquiries about this role, please contact Jess Hill at jess.hill@interplast.org.au using the subject line Coordinator role enquiry.
Full Position Description is available here: Position description Coordinator International Programs MAR23
Closing date: COB Wednesday 24th March 2023