• Full time max term to Dec 2024 based in Hobart
• Coordinate our Volunteering for Change Program
• Work for the world's largest humanitarian movement

About Us

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.

Our Volunteering for Change Program is an evidenced-based Community Based Health and First Aid Program that is internationally recognised by the World Health Organisation.

Our Program has been tailored to the Tasmanian context and is funded by the Tasmanian Government for pilot period of 3 years.

The opportunity

Be responsible for the effective coordination, operational management and delivery of the Volunteering for Change Program and know the work you do will have a positive impact.

Working with prison communities and in collaboration with prisoner volunteer participants, prison staff and broader stakeholders, you will identify projects that support prisoner-led community development initiatives. The program delivers skills and training such as life skills, first aid and mental health first aid; along with cultural competency training.

You will work alongside an identified First Nations team member, who provides cultural advice, experience and guidance to support Frist Nations Peoples and our justice work. As a member of the Justice team you will also contribute to our greater portfolio of work and programs.

What you will bring

• Strong group facilitation skills and experience
• An understanding of community development and/or project management working alongside people from diverse backgrounds and with complex issues
• Understanding of the justice system, and the community services sector – ideally in Tasmania
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain internal and external relationships at various levels
• Proven organisational, time management and reporting skills
• An unconditional positive regard for your participants and colleagues alike

Note - this position is subject to the successful applicant obtaining and maintaining a Government Security Clearance/Pass issued by the Tasmanian Prison Service & requires a Drivers Licence.

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.
• Work/Life Flexibility: You can access flexible working arrangements, paid ‘Me’ day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options.
• 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.
• Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development courses.

Further information

This role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award - Level 4. Salary from $82,063.28 FTE + superannuation + salary packaging. 

To find out more about this opportunity please refer to the position description and program statement below. For additional enquiries, please contact Jacob Smith on 03 6235 6071 for a confidential discussion.

Position description:

• PD: Officer - Community Programs.pdf
• Program Statement: Justice - Program Statement.pdf

Please apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the advertisement earlier.

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.

Thank you for considering a career at Red Cross. We also have great opportunities to volunteer. Click here to find out more. 

Job Ref: 522822