About EWB

Engineers Without Borders Australia (EWB) is a for-purpose organisation with our National Office and staff team located in Melbourne, and other offices in Vanuatu, Timor-Leste and Cambodia and projects in other countries. We also have volunteer chapters in Victoria, Western Australia, NSW, Queensland, South Australia and ACT.

Established in Australia in 2003, EWB works with First Nations communities in Australia and with communities in the Asia Pacific region. We have three major focus areas:

1. developing technology to alleviate poverty and accelerate inclusive sustainable development in Australia and overseas;
2. redefining engineering as a profession providing stewardship and leadership for a more equitable and sustainable world and;
3. inspiring and mobilising a global community who believe in a world where technology benefits all.

At EWB, we strongly believe that every engineer can be a change agent for a socially just and sustainable world. This belief drives EWB to lead a movement of like-minded individuals and companies working together to ensure technology is developed to make the world a better place for all.

Purpose

To ensure the financial system and processes are working well to enable sound planning and decision-making

Key responsibilities

• CEO, leadership team, board and budget holders have the Financial reporting, analysis and forecasting they need to enable decision-making.
• Sound financial systems and processes are in place and staff are using them with confidence.
• The organisation has a business plan, aligned to our strategy, that enables planning and decision-making.
• All activities are costed appropriately and designed to contribute to organisational sustainability.
• Financial Policies are up to date and being implemented.
• Overseeing the audit process and other financial compliance requirements including ANCP and other grant compliance.
• Finance team development and management.

Selection Criteria

With an Accounting degree, CPA or CA qualified, you will have demonstrated success in and/or proven knowledge of:

• Management Accounting including Budget planning, forecasting, reporting and analysis
• Business planning preferably with experience in the for-purpose sector, international development and/or international business.
• Building financial skills in others through training and coaching
• Sound current knowledge of Australian accounting standards and reporting requirements
• Policy review, creation and implementation
• Proficient with major accounting software packages.

This role will require you to:

• Have a high degree of business acumen with the ability to solve problems
• Have excellent interpersonal skills with a creative, solutions focused approach;
• be confident working in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment;
• contribute learning, ideas, feedback, and knowledge across the EWB’s team and a network of partners;
• proactively engage with a wide range of stakeholders and appropriately identify and respond to opportunities and challenges presented;
• find inspiration in the potential of the EWB’s vision, strategy, values and our programs;
• consistently seek opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of EWB’s processes.

Conditions

Travel:

Some interstate and overseas travel may be required.

Flexible working arrangements:

You will have access to flexible working arrangements. We encourage a culture of flexibility and enable conversation between yourself and your manager about maintaining work-life balance.

Hybrid and Remote work:

The Melbourne office is a hybrid workplace with staff working both in the office and from home each week. We also have team members located remotely. It is important to us that all staff feel part of the team and we are set up to ensure this works. The Melbourne office is at Our Community House, a vibrant and active working space, where dogs are welcome.

Leave:

You will have access to 20 days of paid annual leave (pro-rated for part-time employees). You are also entitled to personal/carer’s leave, professional development leave, 3 months paid parental leave for all new parents, long service leave, cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and bereavement/Sorry Business leave. We also provide gifted leave during the New Year’s break when the office closes.

Employee Assistance Program:

In case you need help with personal, family or employment related matters you and your family will have access to free external, professional and confidential counselling assistance.

Learning and Development:

Our approach to learning and development will enable you to have the information, skills, and knowledge needed to do your job and to grow in your position. We build the capacity of our people and support you with on-the job experience, coaching and in-house training.

Salary Packaging:

Engineers Without Borders Foundation is a registered Public Benevolent Institution and as such you will be eligible to access salary packaging.

How do I apply?

Please provide a CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria via the "Apply Now" button.

If you have any questions about the position, please call Russell Shewan on 0418 582 500.

Engineers Without Borders Australia

• Actively encourages Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People to apply.
• Celebrates diversity and supports an inclusive work place. Please contact us to discuss any personal assistance required to complete this application.
• Can only support the applications of Australian and New Zealand citizens, permanent residents, or those with existing working rights in Australia.

EWB adheres to statutory laws in Australia and foreign countries regarding child exploitation, child pornography and the abuse of children. We are committed to the protection of children from all forms of harm. You will be required to sign a Child Protection Code of Conduct and provide a Working with Children’s Check and a Federal Police check prior to commencement.

EWB Australia upholds the right of all people to live a life free from sexual violence, exploitation, and harassment regardless of their gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or nationality. EWB has zero-tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH) of any kind. We recognise that some individuals within communities may be more vulnerable to SEAH, including; children and vulnerable adults. We are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment that safeguards all the people we work with, and the communities we work for.

A position description is attached.