• Help deliver life-changing humanitarian programs around the world
• Join the 2nd largest humanitarian and development organisation in the world  
• Bring ideas to life by improving processes and contributing to team initiatives
• Opportunity to contribute to projects and processes within the development team creating cross department learning opportunities

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, promote justice and uphold dignity for all. We partner with the most vulnerable communities to help them build better outcomes by improving access to sustainable livelihoods, clean water, sanitation and 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 also benefit from: 

• Advance your 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 parental leave 
• Not-for-Profit salary packaging offered (reducing your taxable income and potentially increasing your take home pay)  and meals and entertainment benefits

What does the role involve?   

As a key member of the Humanitarian team, you will support the delivery of impactful programs through high-quality, timely coordination, and administration.

This role suits an early-career professional with relevant qualifications, strong admin experience, and a genuine passion for global issues and the aid and development sector, with the interest and confidence to contribute to social media content.

Key responsibilities will include (but not limited to): 

• Assist with project and partnership coordination for Program Coordinators and Country Offices to ensure compliance with accountability requirements. 
• Manage documentation and information, ensuring alignment with internal processes for smooth operations. 
• Supporting the team in documentation administration, information management and alignment with internal processes, policies and systems.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve administrative functions by identifying and implementing process enhancements. 
• Provide flexible support to the Programs Department with additional tasks as needed. 

This role is based in our Mascot office and will work a hybrid model, including two days in the office per week.   

Who are we looking for?   

For this role, we are seeking a passionate and dynamic individual, who is committed to making a difference in the world. The successful candidate will have a mix of the following qualifications, skills and experience:      

• Tertiary qualifications in international development or other relevant discipline (or equivalent) 
• Understanding of issues related to the aid and development sector
• Interest in global world affairs
• Demonstrated experience in an administrative role  in a professional environment
• A team player, actively contributing to building a positive team culture through collaboration and support 
• Strong attention to detail and able to manage conflicting priorities