In this role you will:

• Gain valuable experience living and working in a multicultural environment as part of a professional team and making a difference
• Support one of the Good Return partner’s microfinance institutions to stimulate investment into small to medium enterprises that will increase the income of farmers in agricultural value chains, particularly women
• Mainstream gender equity within partners’ organisation, through a gender organisational self-assessment and gender review of products and services

You will possess:

• A degree in Economics, Finance/Business, International Development, or similar. Preferably with a post graduate degree in one of these listed areas
• At least 1 year of work experience (paid or unpaid) relevant to Good Return’s program areas, such as international development, finance/banking, or social inclusion
• Interest and passion for social economic inclusion, particularly gender and disability inclusion
• Strong written & verbal communication skills, including report writing and ability to adapt communication style for various stakeholders
• Cross cultural sensitivity, adaptability, open mindedness, independence, and resilience

Good Return will provide international airfares at the commencement and conclusion of the assignment, medical costs, visa expenses, insurance and a monthly living allowance (including accommodation costs).

Learn more in the full Position Description available on our website.

Eligibility:

You must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency to apply for this position. Applicants not meeting this requirement will not be considered.

Additional Information: The role will commence in early July 2020. Applicants must be available for a 4-day induction course in May 2020, prior to their placement, at Good Return’s Sydney office. Later commencement dates and/or periods of less than 12 months will not be considered.