Job Summary
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- $97,808 per annum plus statutory superannuation
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 13th Jun 2024
- Melbourne > CBD & Inner Suburbs Melbourne
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Transparency International Australia (TI Australia), the Australian chapter of the world’s leading non- governmental anti-corruption movement, is seeking a Research and Project Coordinator located in Melbourne, to work within its Accountable Mining Programme.
TI Australia has led the Accountable Mining Programme for the global Transparency International movement since 2016, working in over 20 countries. This programme seeks to achieve real change in combatting corruption in the mining sector. The Research and Project Coordinator will primarily be working in the implementation of the project, Increasing Knowledge and Governance of China’s Global Mining Sector, while supporting the development and growth of the Accountable Mining Programme.
We are seeking a motivated and highly organised individual with exceptional skills in research and project management and excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal to coordinate the project implementation, while supporting the growth of the programme as a whole. The successful candidate will have experience in engaging a diverse range of stakeholders, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. They will be highly motivated, able to work in a small team, and willing to take on a diverse range of responsibilities. Experience working in the not-for-profit sector would be advantageous.
The Research and Project Coordinator, Accountable Mining Programme will drive the implementation of the project Increasing Knowledge and Governance of China’s Global Mining Sector and support the implementation of other workstreams within the programme.
The objective of this project is an improved understanding and relationship with the global Chinese mining sector, collaboration with a variety of stakeholders and supports mining sector governance everywhere that is transparent, accountable and participatory, promotes gender equality, and ensures the social and environmental interests of current and future generations are protected.
The project’s short-term objectives are to improve knowledge and understanding of civil society and communities about the Chinese mining sector, particularly those in the Global South connected to extraction sites. To improve relationships with key Chinese mining sector actors, to support the engagement with companies operating outside of China and to support improvements in ESG standards and community engagement in particular. To increase transparency, integrity and accountability of Chinese mining companies involved in critical minerals, particularly those operating in Zimbabwe and Indonesia.
The project will achieve these outcomes through two key strategies: Knowledge Generation and Dialogue and Engagement. Our work in these areas will involve generating new evidence to build the Global South’s understanding of China’s global mining sector, developing stronger relationships through engagement with Chinese mining companies and supporting the adoption of international standards by Chinese mining companies.
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to help lead a global initiative designed to generate tangible and lasting change in the fight against corruption in the mining sector while directly contributing to TI.
Australia’s strategic development and global leadership. If you are passionate about driving positive change in the industry, we encourage you to apply.
Working with the Accountable Mining team in TI Australia, the Research and Project Coordinator will perform the following duties:
To be successful in this role, the Research and Project Coordinator will have:
The Research and Project Coordinator will demonstrate the following qualities:
For any queries, please contact [email protected] using the subject line: Research and Project Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.
For more information on the work of the Transparency International Accountable Mining Programme and TI Australia please visit: www.transparency.org.au and https://mining.transparency.org.au/
A position description is attached.
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