About you

You are a high-level strategist who is not afraid to get their feet on the ground. You have a deep respect for the Pacific and experience in implementing complex development programs with precision and empathy, while understanding that international development is not just about KPIs, it is about people, patience, capacity building, and the ability to pivot when needed.

As a proactive leader, you do not just manage a team, you foster a results driven supportive vibe, even when project deadlines and travel schedules get intense. You are resilient, patient and you bring a sense of innovation to every challenge. You are the type of person who sees a project portfolio as a portfolio of possibilities for education and community engagement.
 

About the role

• Permanent full-time position

The Program Lead Community Engagement and Education is responsible for the leadership and implementation of a portfolio of international development projects supporting community engagement and education in the Pacific region. Current projects include Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP) and United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) programs.

The role is responsible for managing the overall operations of the portfolio including the project and financial planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, partner capacity development, accreditation, research and advocacy activities, and performance to agreed KPIs.

As a senior member of the team, the Program Lead Community Engagement and Education will support sound project management across, and general implementation of the projects. This role requires exceptional people management skills, a proactive leadership approach, and the ability to foster a positive, supportive, and results-driven team environment.

The position sits within the International Programme team. The position will be required to travel to Pacific countries as part of project activities which may include after hours and weekend travel. If travel is required: working and living in a developed country is very different from the environment you will experience working in countries in the Pacific, and candidates must be innovative, flexible, adaptable, resilient, and patient.
 

To Apply

Your application must include a:

• Resume (CV); and
• Cover letter outlining how your skills and experience. You must review and refer to the selection criteria listed in the position description in your application.  

FPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal People and people from racial, ethnic or ethno-religious minority groups and people with disability.

Please submit your current resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria listed in the position description.  
We will be reviewing applications regularly, and the advertisement may be closed early if the position is successfully recruited to.

Family Planning Australia does not accept unsolicited agency resumes or applications and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited agency resumes or applications.

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Tanya Montoya on tanyam@fpnsw.org.au