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Substantial experience in developing public policy positions in humanitarian , social policy, or related fields - in a government or not-for-profit setting.
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Manager - Policy & Research

Australia Red Cross -
Greater Adelaide SA

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time
8 hours ago

Benefits

Annual leave
Employee assistance program
Salary packaging

Qualifications

Research
Analysis skills
Leadership

Full Job Description

Permanent full time role
Flexible location within Australia
Hybrid working – 2 days in office/3 days from home

About Red Cross
Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity.

About the role
The Manager - Policy & Research leads Australian Red Cross’ public policy and research function, ensuring the organisation has clear, evidence-informed research and policy foundations that underpin our work.
Reporting to the Director Humanitarian Diplomacy and Policy, the role shapes and delivers our Research Agenda and policy priorities, driving the production of high-quality analysis, frameworks, policy positions and research outputs to inform humanitarian diplomacy, government engagement, and program design. You will provide leadership, manage the Adviser – Policy & Research, and foster collaboration across Directorates, State and Territory offices, government and external research and policy partners.

What you will bring

Substantial experience in leading or managing a policy or research function in a complex organisation.
Substantial experience in developing public policy positions in humanitarian , social policy, or related fields - in a government or not-for-profit setting.
Advanced research and analytical skills, with the demonstrated ability to translate research and evidence into credible, actionable policy outputs
Strategic thinking and political awareness, with the ability to anticipate emerging issues and position the organisation proactively.
High level of interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and with the ability to prepare high-quality policy briefs, papers, and frameworks.
Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to broker alignment across diverse teams and external partners.
Demonstrated leadership skills, including managing staff and building capability.

Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity
Work flexibility: Australian Red Cross operates under a hybrid working model which includes two days on-site and three days from home, providing you more work/life balance
Financial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual leave.
Life, Health & Wellbeing: You can access a paid ‘Me’ day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options. You can also tap into specialist health and wellbeing advice via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provider, Converge International.
Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development.

Further information
This role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award.
For additional enquiries, please contact Amanda Alford at [email protected] for a confidential discussion. Please note, email is for enquiries only. Applications must be received online to be considered
Applications close: Tuesday 15th September

Red Cross strives to create a safe and inclusive culture with wellbeing at its centre. We embrace diversity and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with diverse lived experiences, abilities, genders, ethnicities, ages, and sexual orientations. We are a child safe organisation with zero tolerance of any harm to children. Our vision is to be trusted as the leading humanitarian organisation making a genuine difference in the lives of people and communities.

Thank you for considering a career at Red Cross. We also have great opportunities to volunteer. Click here to find out more.

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