• Maximum term until June 2021
• Part time - 3 days per week
• Flexible location
• University students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply

Who are we

Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation. Our aim is to improve the lives of the most vulnerable people in Australia and across our region.

About the role

The purpose of the Support Officer is to bolster the capacity of the International Response Team over the Pacific Cyclone season. This role helps to ensure the Response Team can maintain a high level of effectiveness and continue to support Global Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement responses to disasters and crises during this period of increased activity.

The role’s main function will be to support the Response team in the management of disaster and crisis related information. This will include monitoring and research on current or emerging disasters and crises; managing incoming information including dissemination and archiving; and producing clear briefs, reports and visual products for a range of audiences.

What you will bring

• Interest in international disaster and crisis response and risk reduction
• Proven ability to work to deadlines (experience in managing projects would be valued)
• Proficient in information analysis and data presentation
• Skilled in writing across a range of reporting formats, including formal communications
• Methodical approach with strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible, adaptable and collaborative
• Able to employ initiative and creativity in approach to work

The benefits

Be part of one of the largest humanitarian organisations and know that the work that you do will help improve outcomes for vulnerable people.

Further information

For further information about this role, please refer to the position description attached below or contact Annalese Penh on (03) 9345 1858.

Position description:  PD - Support Officer, Response.pdf