Regional Program Coordinator

The Local Programs Officer will play a pivotal role in coordinating, supporting and managing the IRAUS Local Programs Strategy to achieve significant growth and quality impacts. This position will deliver across two primary modalities for local programming:

1. To lead and manage small local projects where IRAUS is the implementing agent;
2. To coordinate and support local IRAUS partner projects managed by local Not-For-Profits and Community-Based Organisations.

• Support the Director of Programs and Institutional Relations in the management of the portfolio of local emergency, welfare and development projects directly implemented by IRAUS and its local partners in Australia.
• Contribute to organisational planning and strategic direction setting for IRAUS local programs.
• Support, manage and motivate staff and volunteers directly involved in local programs and projects.
• Assist the Director with program development, assessing opportunities for IRAUS to engage in local and international programming, designing proposals, and liaising with partners and beneficiaries.
• Facilitate, manage, coordinate or support project implementation teams to efficiently and effectively perform each function of project cycle management – from project identification and design, through implementation, monitoring, review and evaluation, learning and reporting.
• Support local partners (Not-for-Profit and Community Based Organisations) to develop their capacities to design, implement, monitor, and evaluate local and international projects, and comply with and meet regulation requirements.
• Ensure quality and accountability in local program and project monitoring and evaluation activities, ensuring that IRAUS-supported projects comply with requirements and meet minimum financial management and audit requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of local programs in Australia, supporting vulnerable communities and promoting sustainable development.

• Significant previous experience in a similar role, at a local level.
• Qualified to a degree level, ideally in the social sciences, including social work.
• At least 2 years of experience working with local programs in a community development setting.
• At least 2 years experience in program development, monitoring and evaluation.
• Knowledge and understanding of program implementation within the charity sector.
• Good leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Additional relevant language skills will be highly regarded.
• Cross-cultural communication skills and knowledge of Islamic faith values.
• Report and proposal writing skills.
• Complex problem-solving and decision-making skills.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and build strong relationships. They should also have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the capacity to navigate complex projects and ensure timely completion.

As a member of our team, you can expect a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. We offer competitive remuneration packages, generous leave entitlements, and access to ongoing training and education.

We are committed to creating a workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, and strive to provide a safe and respectful work environment for all employees.