Head of International

The Head of International is accountable for strategy and delivery of the International Plan of RDN , working within RDN's newly established Australian Centre for Health Access (ACHA) social enterprise, and leveraging RDN's existing domestic and international networks, credibility and knowledge.

The successful applicant for the role will work initially with RDN's Chief Operating Officer (COO) to consolidate ACHA's reputation as a partner of choice for international health access stakeholders and ensure international networks and customer bases are expanded, activities are implemented in line with RDN's values and methods, and that international operations are viable and sustainable.

Representing ACHA internationally and with a particular focus on the Indo-Pacific region, the role requires exceptional strategic, diplomatic and business skills. It entails understanding and responding to government bilateral and multi-lateral agency priorities; lead stakeholder and revenue responsibilities; fostering deep engagement with global partners; ensuring integration with RDN's broader activities; and advancing vertically integrated and culturally responsive health access knowledge-to-practice programs and products at all levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Lead RDN's International Plan, embedding operations into governance and aligning with the Strategic Plan 2025–28. Provide insights to the Executive and Board on international strategy and performance.

• Revenue & Sustainability: Drive a multi-year funding strategy, securing partnerships with global agencies and funders, ensuring administration recoup, and building a sustainable revenue pipeline.

• Partnerships & Engagement: Forge and manage strategic partnerships across the Indo-Pacific and beyond, represent RDN and ACHA in international forums, and establish the International Advisory Council.

• Program Delivery: Oversee culturally responsive international programs aligned with RDN's Framework for Social Change, ensuring impact, cost recovery, and operational excellence.

• Collaboration & Capability: Partner across teams to ensure compliance, grow funding opportunities, and build staff capability in international program design, cultural competence, and leadership.

What we are looking for

We are seeking a candidate who brings strong international credibility, preferably with direct experience engaging with DFAT, WHO, multilateral donors, or global universities. An entrepreneurial and strategic integrator with a track record in securing and managing multi-year funding, while also being able to translate this into program delivery.

The ideal candidate will have the cultural competence to work effectively across Indo-Pacific, and other international contexts, and the ability to represent RDN and ACHA confidently at international forums.

Why Join Us?

• Impact:  Play a key role in an organisation that is making a tangible difference in under-resourced communities.

• Growth: Be part of a dynamic organisation with opportunities for career progression.

• Innovation: Lead the charge in creating efficient, forward thinking shared services functions.

• Culture: Join a supportive, inclusive team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

About Rural Doctors Network (RDN)

RDN is a health access charity group developing and managing social enterprises centered on achieving the vision of health access for all.

RDN's purpose is to improve access to health and social care for people in under-resourced communities by building and sustaining social enterprises, program and products that improves universal health and social access equity.

About Australian Centre for Health Access (ACHA)

Is a social enterprise of RDN, catalysing evidence informed innovation and system reform for equitable health access globally.

Why work at RDN?

RDN offers a friendly, diverse culture with a range of generous employment conditions.

We are a passionate team, looking for like-minded individuals who want to make a positive difference to health outcomes within rural and remote areas.  We value our staff and their contribution and offer:

• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid working

• Salary packaging benefits

• Access to an EAP

• A workplace culture encouraging autonomy and teamwork where you are empowered to use and develop your skills every day

To Apply

If this sounds like you, click 'Apply Now' to submit your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately.  You are encouraged to apply promptly as applications close when suitable applicants are obtained.

Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Check.

We value a diverse and inclusive workplace

At RDN we encourage our employees to have an enjoyable and rewarding career with an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and encourages social and cultural diversity. We strongly encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities to apply.

For a confidential discussion, or if you require an adjustment within the recruitment process, please contactRDN's People & Culture team via  or phone