• Permanent, full-time role
• Sydney or Wollongong location
• Integral part of the NSW Leadership Team

About Red Cross

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

As State Manager, Migration Support Programs, you will provide strategic and adaptive operational leadership across NSW and ACT to meet the emerging and changing needs of migrants in transition. You will work collaboratively with State Managers leading Migration Support Programs in other states & territories as well as being part of the Migration Support Program leadership team at a National Level. 

You are a key people leader at Red Cross, leading a team of 60 people in six locations (Sydney CBD, Blacktown, Wollongong, Wagga, Albury, Canberra) managing a portfolio of migration programs that deliver humanitarian outcomes and contribute to building welcoming communities.  Programs focus on regional refugee settlement and employment support; supporting survivors of trafficking, modern slavery and forced marriage; financial support for temporary visa holders escaping family and domestic violence; and emergency relief support to meet basic needs.

Through a collaborative approach, you will build sector,  community, government and business understanding (including through training and capacity building) of key areas of nationwide focus for Red Cross as well as driving responses on localised needs, gaps and emerging issues. You will be responsible for the implementation and delivery of all Migration Support Programs in the state/territory in accordance with the program sub-strategy and in compliance with financial sustainability requirements .

Additionally, you will embed migrants in transition as an integrated approach through leading collaboration across Red Cross locations and areas, and  through leading projects and building partnerships to achieve strategic outcomes. As a senior people leader, you will also build a culture of high performance, collaboration and innovation through an adaptive human centred approach.

What you will bring

• Substantial experience in developing partnerships across community, business and government sectors and creating/ceasing opportunities for revenue generation
• Comprehensive understanding of issues affecting people impacted by migration, and their vulnerabilities, needs and strengths
• Demonstrated cultural competence and the ability to work with and lead teams of people from diverse backgrounds
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislative, policies and frameworks and proven ability to manage risks and provide expert advice
• Ability to operate under limited direction and exercise managerial responsibility to manage, develop and coach people
• Proven ability to work across multiple functions and collaborate effectively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders

A Working with Children Check and Drivers Licence are mandatory requirements for this role.

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 meditations 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

For further information about the role responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the position description below. For additional enquiries contact Kate Miranda on 0408 409 155.

Position description:  State Manager - MSP (S&T) (HRC0084014)

Red Cross strives to create a safe and inclusive culture with wellbeing at its centre. We embrace diversity and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with different lived experiences, abilities, gender, ethnicity, age, and sexual orientation. We are a child safe organisation with zero tolerance of any harm to children. Our vision is to be trusted as the leading humanitarian organisation making a genuine difference in the lives of people and communities.

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