<ul>
<li><strong>Unique opportunity for an internationally facing role</strong></li>
<li><strong>Supporting IEP&rsquo;s Partnerships team efforts</strong></li>
<li><strong>Based out of our Sydney office</strong></li>
</ul>
<p>The Institute for Economics &amp; Peace (IEP) is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit research institute dedicated to shifting the world&rsquo;s focus to peace as a positive, tangible, and achievable measure of human well-being and progress. We do this by developing data-driven peace indices, insights, and frameworks to enable communities to build peace locally and internationally.</p>
<p>IEP&rsquo;s core products - the Global Peace Index, the Global Terrorism Index and the Ecological Threat Register - receive billions of media impressions each year and are considered the leading products in their field. IEP&rsquo;s research is included in thousands of university courses, and through partnerships conducts training courses in countries such as Zimbabwe, Tunisia, Mexico and Uganda. The Institute&rsquo;s research is regularly featured in leading international media publications including the Guardian, the Economist, Huffington Post, Washington Post, CNN, and BBC World.</p>
<p>Organisations that IEP partners with include the United Nations, Economist Intelligence Unit, Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Rotary International, International Chamber of Commerce, the Club de Madrid, European Union, the World Tourism and Travel Council (WTTC) and the Commonwealth Secretariat.</p>
<p>IEP&rsquo;s Partnerships Team transforms IEP&rsquo;s groundbreaking research into tangible, real-world change. We're seeking dynamic individuals to advance our mission of building peace through innovative collaborations and data-driven strategies.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Position Title:</strong> Program Manager &ndash; Institute for Economics and Peace</li>
<li><strong>Position Type:</strong> Full time &ndash; ongoing</li>
<li><strong>Position Hours:</strong> Monday to Friday - 9am to 5:30 pm &ndash; This is a role with an international focus and may, from time to time, require evening and early morning work or travel</li>
<li><strong>Remuneration:</strong> Negotiable dependent on industry experience</li>
<li><strong>Location:</strong> This is an office-based position at IEP&rsquo;s headquarters in Sydney, Australia. Candidates must have appropriate working rights in Australia. Candidates from outside of Australia will <strong>not</strong> be considered to fill this position.</li>
<li><strong>Travel:</strong> Domestic and international travel may be a requirement of the position. Any travel requirements will be negotiated with the employee.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What We Do</h3>
<ul>
<li>Implement the Positive Peace framework across diverse global contexts</li>
<li>Forge and nurture strategic partnerships with governments, NGOs, and international organisations</li>
<li>Design and execute high-impact projects focused on peacebuilding, resilience, social cohesion, and sustainable development</li>
</ul>
<h3>Recent Programs</h3>
<ul>
<li>Integrating peace metrics into agricultural initiatives in South Sudan in collaboration with leading humanitarian organisations</li>
<li>Launched youth-focused social cohesion programmes in New South Wales, Australia</li>
<li>Conducted Positive Peace training for local government officials in the Philippines</li>
<li>Expanded our global IEP Ambassador network to over 5,000 members across 150+ countries through our cutting-edge online education platform</li>
<li>Program Manager</li>
</ul>
<p>As a Program Manager within the Partnerships Team at the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP), you will play a pivotal role in driving global Positive Peace programs. This position offers an exciting opportunity to support the growth of data-driven, locally led approaches to peace and resilience. You will be responsible for managing programs, maintaining partnerships, and writing grants, while also having the opportunity to facilitate trainings directly with communities both locally and around the world. Your work will involve collaborating with a range of actors, from grassroots community organisations to government and multilateral institutions, to ensure the successful implementation and uptake of IEP's programs.</p>
<h3><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></h3>
<p>The person in this role works in collaboration with the Partnerships team and reports to the Director of Partnerships. You will be responsible for:</p>
<ul>
<li>Partnership development and coordination</li>
<li>Identifying and preparing proposals and grant applications for partners and donors</li>
<li>Managing complex international projects and learning platforms including the IEP Ambassador Program</li>
<li>Communications in support of the Partnerships portfolio, including reports, newsletters, presentations, websites, social media, and other content needs</li>
<li>Coordination and facilitation of trainings with diverse stakeholders</li>
<li>Identifying and securing event opportunities with an emphasis on sourcing strategic and large events</li>
<li>Monitoring, evaluation, and learning in relation to programs</li>
<li>Research relevant to Positive Peace activation modalities</li>
<li>Support of the Partnerships Intern program</li>
<li>Developing and maintaining partnership administration systems and practices</li>
<li>Other management and administrative duties in relation to partnerships</li>
</ul>
<h3>Skills and Qualifications</h3>
<ul>
<li>5+ years of experience in a relevant field</li>
<li>Strong project management skills</li>
<li>Experience in grant writing and proposal preparation</li>
<li>Well-developed written communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to manage and develop relationships with partner organisations</li>
<li>Organised and able to manage a range of systems and processes</li>
<li>Training or experience in education or facilitation is desirable</li>
</ul>
<h3>Desired personal qualities</h3>
<ul>
<li>Interest in global affairs and positive social change</li>
<li>A self-starter and team player, adaptable to change</li>
<li>Excellent attention to detail and solution oriented.</li>
<li>Ability and interest to work with diverse groups, regardless of background</li>
<li>Positive attitude and willingness to work on a small, tight-knit team</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Residency Requirements:</strong></h3>
<p>Required to have permanent residency or an appropriate Visa.</p>
<h3><strong>Applications:</strong></h3>
<p>Please submit your application, including your r&eacute;sum&eacute; and a one-page cover letter.</p>
<p>If you have any further questions about this vacancy, please contact IEP via <a href="mailto:jobs@economicsandpeace.org?subject=Program%20Manager%20enquiry%20via%20EthicalJobs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">jobs@economicsandpeace.org</a> using the subject line: <strong>Program Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.</strong></p>
<p>IEP reserves the right to interview and appoint candidates prior to the advertised closing date.</p>
<p>Join us in creating a more peaceful and resilient world. Apply now to be part of the IEP Partnership Team and transform our groundbreaking research into tangible, global impact.</p>

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