International Project Lead

Become part of our Passionate, Collaborative & Inclusive team
- Make a difference by inspiring and driving a sustainable water future
- Permanent f/t, St. Leonards based, hybrid work environment, immediate start
- International travel opportunities

**About us**:
The Australian Water Association (AWA) is a national not-for-profit organisation and Australia’s biggest water network. Our Purpose is to inspire and drive a sustainable water future. We Share, Connect and Inspire over 5000 members through our networks, events, programs and content. We also contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Australian Government’s priorities in our region through our International Development and Trade Programs.

**The opportunity**:
Working with the Head of International and Industry Programs, you will work in collaboration with our in-country partners, members and funders to deliver tangible outcomes across South East Asia and the Pacific.
With a focus on building strong trusted relationships and project delivery, you will facilitate the two-way transfer of expertise and knowledge to build sector capacity and drive measurable improvements in water resilience the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
You will have the opportunity to travel both domestically and internationally to represent AWA to promote sustainability and our contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

**Key responsibilities**:

- Lead the delivery of a number of government funded development and/or trade projects in South East Asia and the Pacific.
- Liaise professionally and effectively with key stakeholders including international Water Associations, AWA members, Funders, other NFPs and government to ensure AWA is held in high regard and seen as a delivery partner of choice.
- Assist with the preparation of communication material via effective and engaging story telling
- Identify opportunities for new projects and funding streams
- Identify and promote opportunities for members to contribute to actively contribute to projects via their knowledge skills and expertise.
- Manage project budgets and financial reporting
- Coordinate and participate in inbound and outbound missions to key international partner organisations, events and conferences and embrace the use of digital platforms to connect our partnerships.

**What you’ll need to succeed**:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in science, engineering, international development project management, or similar
- 5+ years’ experience in the Water sector
- Highly development project management skills
- 3-5 years experience delivering projects in a complex stakeholder environment (international development experience is desirable but not essential)
- A collaborative approach to problem definition and designing and developing needs-based solutions
- A ability to adapt and respond constructively to changing circumstances
- Exceptional communication skills, including ability to tailor information across cultures, platforms and stakeholders
- A creative thinker with an ability to connect dots, create opportunities and overcome challenges
- Sound understanding of Australian Government’s aid and trade objectives, directions, and opportunities across the Indo-Pacific is desirable but not essential

**Why you’ll love working with AWA**: We’re a diverse collection of people who have come together because we share a common goal to inspire positive change. Our team are supportive and we have an open-minded, forward-thinking, and inclusive culture. We offer a range of employee benefits including flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work environment, time off in lieu, a focus on your professional development and mentorship opportunities, wellbeing initiatives, birthday leave, salary packaging and access to discounts across a range of retailers and entertainment.

**Find out more about the great work we do here**: AWA is Celebrating 60 years.

**Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion**: We are committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our organisation and celebrate difference in all that we do.

We believe our people are our greatest asset and by supporting and incorporating their diverse talents, knowledge, perspectives, and experiences, we can strengthen our relationships with our members and influence real change.
We are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, age, gender, skills, abilities and locations.