- Permanent position, Full time hours
- Location – Perth WA
- Hybrid work, 2 days per week in office
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
As the Specialist – Workforce Capability & Engagement, you will play a critical leadership role in building a skilled, ready and engaged Emergency Services workforce across your state or territory.
You will lead the design and delivery of workforce capability initiatives that ensure our people, staff and volunteers, are prepared to support communities before, during and after emergencies. This includes coordinating training and development programs, strengthening workforce engagement, and driving a strong culture of readiness and continuous improvement.
Working closely with operational leaders and key stakeholders, you will assess workforce capability, identify gaps, and implement targeted solutions that uplift performance, resilience and response readiness. You will also support local teams to foster a motivated, connected and high-performing workforce aligned to Red Cross principles and values.
This is a dynamic and impactful role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment and is passionate about developing people and strengthening community outcomes
What you will bring
- You are a capable and experienced professional with a strong background in workforce engagement, community development, volunteer management or emergency services.
- You bring demonstrated experience supporting workforce capability and readiness, with the ability to coordinate activities, engage diverse groups and contribute to meaningful outcomes in dynamic environments. You are confident working both independently and collaboratively, and can effectively prioritise, plan and deliver across competing demands.
- Your strong communication and interpersonal skills allow you to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. You are analytical and solutions-focused, with the ability to assess needs, identify improvements and contribute to continuous development of people and programs.
- Importantly, you are adaptable, resilient and motivated by purpose, with a genuine commitment to supporting communities through a capable and engaged emergency services workforce.
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
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 Award - Level 5.
For additional enquiries, please contact Sally Randall 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, 16 June 2026 – ‘interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may close this advert only
While we appreciate the interest in our organisation, we will not be engaging with agencies or agency candidates for this position.
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.
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