Posted: 01/07/2026
Closing Date: 30/07/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Part Time
Location: Remote
Job Category: International Programs
Why Baptist World Aid Australia?
This role will be employed through our local partner in Nepal and will support the programs and partneships of Baptist World Aid. We are offering this as a 12 month contract, however we do hope the role will continue beyond this time on a more ongoing basis. If you have a desire to support and be part of a passionate, committed, people-oriented organisation that is committed to ending poverty… then you’re in the right place
Baptist World Aid Australia is an international Christian development organisation working in 24 countries. We partner with like-minded organisations overseas to implement community development and disaster projects that empower communities to lift themselves out of poverty. Last year, our work benefited over 800 000 people.
You’ll become part of a rich, 60-year history. As a valued member of our team, you’ll be integral to achieving our mission of helping Australians tackle the injustice of global poverty.
We’re looking for someone with the know-how, passion, and commitment to inspire our faithful supporters to action on poverty… is it you?
About the Role
This role will be working for us but through our International partner in Nepal.
This role is split equally between improving program quality and managing international partnerships.
On the development effectiveness side, you will provide technical support to ensure our international programs are designed and evaluated for maximum impact. You will help strengthen our results-based management, support continuous learning, and provide key data for reporting and campaigns.
For the other half of the role, you will manage the end-to-end project lifecycle to ensure projects run on time and within budget. You will also build and maintain strong relationships with our overseas partners, helping to develop their skills and capabilities to deliver sustainable, high-quality community programs.
About you
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Aligned to the Vision and Mission of Baptist World Aid
- Relevant tertiary qualifications: ideally postgraduate degree in international development or related disciplines
- Implementation of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies particularly in the International Development sector
- Experience in M&E and Performance Reporting within International Development sector, particularly with a focus on poverty reduction and social justice
- Direct on-ground and/or ‘at distance’ community development programming or project management experience – minimum 5 years – with a sound understanding of strengths and rights-based approaches to development.
- An understanding of compliance issues and requirements for ACFID Code of Conduct, Australian Aid programs and other sectoral standards.
- Excellent organisational skills, including ability to plan, organize, prioritize and implement workflow to meet positional objectives, work independently and be proactive.
- Experience in reviewing and proof-reading documents and preparing technical documentation.
- Experience in cross cultural communication
- Willingness to travel
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel.
- High standard of written and spoken English
Desirable knowledge Skills and Experience
- Experience working with Australian Government grants including ANCP or AHP
- Familiarity with Baptist bodies, conventions, and distinctiveness
- Knowledge and experience of safeguarding compliance and practice.
- Experience working on overseas development programs, disaster response and coordination.
- Technical/grant writing skills
- Experience in the Church/Not-for-Profit/Charity sector
Applications close by latest 24 July 2026. Join us and work with a team as passionate about creating a better world as you are. We will be reviewing applications and interviewing suitable candidates as they apply and may close the application early, so please don't wait until the closing date to apply, we want to hear from you today
- Please note: Baptist World Aid is a safeguarding organisation and our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children and vulnerable adults in our activities. As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to undergo psychometric testing, police checks and working with children checks.
Baptist World Aid Australia values diversity. We are an inclusive workplace that understands the power of diversity and building culture that provides a sense of belonging. We welcome all applicants who meet the position description criteria.
