Why Baptist World Aid Australia/Transform Aid International?

If you have a desire to be part of a passionate, committed, people-oriented organisation that is committed to ending poverty… then you’re in the right place!

Baptist World Aid Australia/TAI is an international Christian development organisation working in 20 countries. We partner with like-minded organisations overseas to implement community development and disaster projects that empower communities to lift themselves out of poverty. Last year, our work benefited over 750,000 people.

When you join Baptist World Aid/TAI, you’ll become part of a rich, 65-year history. As a valued member of our team, you’ll be integral to achieving our mission of helping Australians tackle the injustice of global poverty.

We’re looking for someone with the know-how, passion, and commitment to inspire our faithful supporters to action on poverty… is it you?

About the Role

As the International Programs Manager (Grants), you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and expanding our grants portfolio, including the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP) and other institutional funding streams. Reporting to the Director of International Programs, you will lead a dedicated team of skilled International Program Coordinators, driving impactful partnerships with local Christian organisations and managing projects with a strong focus on effective program cycle management (PCM) and best practice development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Grants and Partnership Management: Ensure effective coordination of grant funded projects, partnering with local organisations across Africa, Asia, and the Pacific to meet project goals and achieve sustainable outcomes, while maintaining adherence to compliance and DFAT accreditation standards.
• Team Leadership: Lead a small team of International Program Coordinators, supporting their professional development and ensuring excellence in project implementation and compliance.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Actively engage with stakeholders, represent BWA/TAI at relevant sector events, contribute to ongoing learning, and build networks that support our strategic vision.
• Strategy and business development: Identify and pursue new partnership and project opportunities in alignment with BWA/TAI’s priorities, securing resources to expand the reach and impact of our mission.

If you would like to know more - read the PD attached here.

About You

You are an experienced programs manager with a proven background in grants management and partnership coordination, ideally in the international development sector. You thrive on delivering results, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and are passionate about working with a mission-driven organisation. You bring a collaborative approach to leadership, have a high attention to policy and detail, and an eye for continuous improvement and innovation.

• Relevant tertiary qualifications: post-graduate degree in International Development, Social Change, International Studies, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology, Human Geography or related discipline
• A minimum of 7 years international development experience
• Demonstrated experience managing or coordinating institutional grants (such as ANCP, AHP or other)
• Strong understanding of compliance issues and requirements in the international development sector specifically ACFID and DFAT accreditation
• Desired background in strategic sectors including climate and environment, GEDSI, humanitarian response, economic inclusion and livelihoods

Why work with Baptist World Aid/TranSFORM AID INTERNATIONAL?

We want our people to live life to the full and have developed a range of Better World benefits to create a valued employee experience. Some of the ways we make this possible are;

• Salary sacrificing
• Staff Encounter Trips
• Additional annual leave between Christmas and New year
• Life Leave
• Paid parental leave
• Work from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks
• Ability to purchase annual leave
• Recognition awards
• Flexible and remote work
• Learning and Development support
• Employee Assistance Program and Chaplaincy support
• Superannuation Matching Contribution for those eligible

Join us and work with a team as passionate about creating a better world as you are. We will be reviewing applications and interviewing suitable candidates as they apply, so please don't wait until the closing date to apply, we want to hear from you today!

Please note: Baptist World Aid is a safeguarding organisation and our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children and vulnerable adults in our activities. As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to undergo psychometric testing, police checks and working with children checks.

Baptist World Aid Australia values diversity. We are an inclusive workplace that understands the power of diversity and building culture that provides a sense of belonging. We welcome all applicants who meet the position description criteria. We actively encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. If you have a disability and require adjustments to be made through the recruitment process, please reach out to one of our friendly team members and let us know at [email protected] using the subject line: Manager - International Programs enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.