Program Coordinator – Humanitarian and DRR

Permanent Full-time position with a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

Opportunity to travel overseas 2–4 times annually.

Join the world’s second largest humanitarian confederation, reaching more than 160 countries

About Caritas Australia 

We are Compassion in Action. Caritas Australia is the international humanitarian and aid agency of the Australian Catholic Church. We have a vision to end poverty, promote justice and uphold dignity for all. We partner with the most vulnerable communities to help them build better outcomes by improving access to sustainable livelihoods, clean water, sanitation and education.

Why work for Caritas Australia? 

You will join a team of like‑minded individuals who are committed to delivering principled humanitarian assistance across global emergency responses, protracted crises, and disaster‑preparedness efforts.

As part of the Caritas Australia team, you will also benefit from:

Advance your career within the Humanitarian sector with a focus on professional development and on the job learning opportunities

Hybrid working arrangements, to support your work/life balance

Generous leave benefits including wellbeing, birthday, and 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave

Not-for-Profit salary packaging offered

What does the role involve? 

The Program Coordinator will support the implementation of Caritas Australia’s program strategies by overseeing a portfolio of humanitarian and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) partnerships and projects aimed at empowering partners and communities to build resilience and to prepare for and respond to disasters.

Key responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

Support the humanitarian and DRR portfolio projects to ensure alignment with Caritas Australia’s strategies and quality project delivery.

Coordinate a diverse partnership and project portfolio while providing support to Program Officers and balancing competing priorities.

Strengthen partnerships in the Indo‑Pacific by supporting partner accompaniment, organisational development and collaborative stakeholder relationships.

Coordinate all partnership deliverables by managing partnership cycle phases and ensuring the effective completion of partnership tools in line with partnership principles.

Manage the full project cycle, including monitoring, evaluation and reporting for AHP‑funded and other institutional grant projects.

Contribute to business development by identifying and supporting institutional funding opportunities.

This role is based in our Mascot office and will work a hybrid model, including two days in the office per week with an expectation of international travel for at least 8 weeks of the year.

Who are we looking for? 

The successful candidate will have a deep commitment to Caritas Australia’s mission to end poverty and injustice by promoting human dignity for all, as well as a dedication to the principles of Catholic Social Teaching that guide our global efforts. They will have a mix of the following qualifications, skills and experience: 

Tertiary qualifications in international development (or related field) with a strong understanding of socio‑political issues and experience in international development and humanitarian contexts or equivalent experience.

Demonstrated experience in brokering and coordinating complex partnerships and multi‑stakeholder arrangements across diverse geographic and socio‑economic contexts.

Proven experience in project management and administration of large, complex humanitarian programs, including project design, monitoring, reporting and financial management.

Strong experience in partnership coordination, including organisational development of partners, mentoring colleagues, and applying consensus‑building and reflective learning

Excellent communication skills in written, verbal and cross-cultural contexts, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within teams.

Willingness to work within a Catholic ethos, with the capacity to travel domestically and internationally for approximately 8 weeks per year when required.

How to apply 

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications. We value diverse experiences, and we believe in potential. If you’re passionate about this role and believe you can make a valuable contribution, we’d love to hear from you!

Applications will be accepted until 10 April 2026, but we encourage you to apply early, as we will be assessing candidates as they come in and may close the ad earlier if necessary.

For any further questions or enquiries, please contact the people team at [email protected]. Otherwise, please submit your cover letter and CV through the relevant links. 

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us.
Our commitment to safeguarding – Caritas Australia recognises the personal dignity and rights of all people, especially children and vulnerable adults. As part of your employment, you will be required to undergo relevant background checks (Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, Reference Checks), abide by our safeguarding policies, and sign our Code of Conduct including Professional Behaviour Standards for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults.  

Our commitment to diversity - Caritas Australia encourages and supports an inclusive and diverse workforce. We consider applications regardless of race, sex, gender, age and disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of minority groups, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

Our commitment to safety and wellbeing - Depending on your role, Caritas Australia may require you to undertake health checks or receive vaccinations to ensure your safety and wellbeing at work.