International Programs Manager

ADRA Australia is seeking a qualified and experienced Programs Manager who is passionate and knowledgeable about the development sector and who will make a real contribution to our International Programs team.

About us 

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is the official humanitarian agency of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.  As part of the global ADRA network which reaches into more than 118 countries, we are motivated by our faith, to enable people and communities in Australia, the South Pacific, Asia and Africa to improve their health and livelihoods and assist people to prepare for and recover from disasters around the world. 

What will you do? 

Some of the duties include:

• Contribute to the strategic programmatic direction of ADRA Australia.
• Build effective partnerships with assigned country offices, develop and manage DFAT and other institutional grant and/or privately funded single or multi-country programs in the Africa, Pacific and/or Asia.
• Actively engage in capacity sharing and development of assigned country partners especially in the area of Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL), finance and relevant technical areas for the context.

Essential Criteria

• Commitment to the purpose of ADRA, and to the achievement of our overall strategy and priorities
  with demonstration of our ADRA values and desired team culture lived out in all aspects of work
  practice;
• Willingness to work within a Christian ethos with conduct that is respectful of the beliefs and
  practices of the Seventh-day Adventist Church when in the workplace or otherwise representing
  ADRA Australia; 
• A graduate degree within the development studies or in any of the key thematic area of Health,
  Economic Development or sustainable livelihoods or Education.
• At least four years project management field (community level) experience, specifically with
  experience in managing major grants, within cross-cultural contexts. Clear understanding of Inclusion
  Integration and Environmental Protection themes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with confidence in data management in various software programs
  with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Strong organisational and project management skills;
• Demonstrated capacity to work consultatively and collaboratively with internal, external and
  international stakeholders of various backgrounds, cultures and ages and communicate effectively;
• Demonstrated church and government relationship building and networking skills;
• A passion for social justice and sustainable development with a coherent understanding of the causes
  and mechanisms which create injustice and poverty;
• Ability to travel within Australia, the South Pacific, Asian and African Countries.

Desirable Criteria

• Proven ability to contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and procedures that are
  fit-for-purpose, and compliance with overarching protocols.

How to Apply

The Job Description that will give you more specific information on this exciting and challenging role can be found at https://www.adra.org.au/work-with-us/

To apply, candidates should address the selection criteria in their application letter providing examples of
past experiences and qualifications. Please forward your application letter, resume and the completed Employment
Application form – along with the names of three work related referees to: **@adra.org.au.

If you have questions or need further information, please contact:
Gianina Coutts, Human Resources Coordinator for ADRA Australia,
Phone +61 2 9473 9525 or email: **@adra.org.au

ADRA Australia is a child safe, PSEAH committed and inclusive EEO employer.

The Job Description that will give you more specific information on this exciting and challenging role can be found at https://www.adra.org.au/work-with-us/

ADRA Australia reserves the right to fill this position at its discretion at any time.