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The Organisation As Australia’s national peak body for the community-controlled HIV response and LGBTIQA+ health, Health Equity Matters delivers activities and programming to support member organisations working for people with HIV, sex workers, people who use drugs, LGBTIQA+ communities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Through advocacy, policy and health promotion the organisation leads Australia’s effort to end HIV transmission and promote the health of its communities. Health Equity Matters’ close connections with its communities enables the organisation to provide rapid intelligence to decision-makers on changes in Australia’s HIV epidemic and LGBTIQA+ health. Through this work Health Equity Matters is a unified voice working across a diverse membership mobilising and responding quickly to challenges, and acting as a trusted communication channel to government, research, and clinical partners. Benefits and Culture Generous salary with not-for-profit salary packaging available Full time role, with some hybrid WFH options Excellent Sydney CBD location Opportunity to contribute to important health related online learning programs The Role In this role you will lead the development and implementation of an online learning program that builds the capacity of Australia’s community-controlled HIV workforce, and other community health workforces to deliver services to people with HIV and those at-risk of HIV. The goal of the program is to ensure workforces are routinely updated on scientific, medical and socio-cultural developments in HIV through online learning modules and other activities. The program develops and implements skills-based learning packages to develop the capacity of community workforces and to inform HIV program planning and delivery among community-controlled service delivery organisations. You will be responsible for leading a dedicated and highly trained team to achieve the program’s objectives with the following responsibilities: Conceptualise and implement an annual program of activities Oversee the implementation of a monitoring and evaluation framework Lead the delivery of a high-quality program, activities and reporting to funders Convene a national forum of member organisations Support the leadership team to maintain relations with member organisations Support your supervisor to provide routine reporting to the board Understand, implement and participate in processes, policies and procedures Skills Required You have extensive experience overseeing and strategically delivering online and in-person learning programs in a health related, education or like-minded sector. Crucially you have demonstrated capacity in conceptualising, developing and implementing a workplan of online learning activities to build the capacity of an organisation or workforce. You have also engaged with socially and culturally diverse stakeholders to determine their learning requirements and to promote the program. You also have the following experience: A track record of autonomously planning, implementing and completing technical projects Ability to work collaboratively to resolve complex issues Negotiation skills to achieve results while maintaining important relationships Experience and success in managing staff Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills Excellent judgement to manage and advise management on sensitive issues Familiarity with learning management systems and associated platforms, particularly Absorb and Articulate is desirable

The Organisation WWF, an independent conservation organization active in nearly 100 countries, works to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife. WWF-Myanmar, established in 2014, is focused on halting the loss of the country’s extraordinary biodiversity and ensuring that human use of the country’s natural resources is sustainable and equitable. Preserving the environment in which people live, and work is critical for health and wellbeing. The Role The Country Director – WWF-Myanmar will advance WWF’s conservation goals by fostering a culture of shared values, learning, strong team spirit, and a commitment to excellence; further developing the high performing Country Office with its efficient operating system and strong financial resources. This role provides overall direction to implement Myanmar’s long-term strategic vision and goals in line with WWF global and Asia-Pacific programme priorities. You will strengthen WWF-Myanmar’s presence by building and managing strategic partnerships and stakeholders, whilst ensuring a robust approach to risk mitigation and crisis management and ensuring the delivery of high impact fundraising strategies. Leading a talented team, you will foster a culture of accountability, performance and learning, and be responsible for financial management and sustainable growth. Skills Required With an advanced degree, you’re an exceptional and sensitive leader and influential communicator, with over ten years professional experience in leadership roles mobilising teams and partners, including in Southeast Asia countries. With strong diplomacy skills and highly developed EQ, you have a deep understanding of Myanmar’s environment and you either have experience in Myanmar gained pre/post 2021, or you have experience leading, managing and navigating in other similar contexts. You have managed large programme teams in conservation, natural resources, international development, or in related fields. You bring experience developing multimillion dollar fundraising opportunities and proposal designs, which have secured restricted and unrestricted funds including from major donors, foundations, governments and multilaterals. You’re skilled in business and budget planning, monitoring, and the development of funding frameworks to ensure financial sustainability for large-scale programmes. You have highly developed negotiation, collaboration and influencing skills with networks at senior levels within government, businesses, non-profit, scientific and political communities. You have a history of leading and empowering staff in cross-functional, cross-cultural, and developing country contexts, plus a demonstrated commitment to promoting leadership development among local staff.

The Organisation Founded in 2016, Mighty Earth is a global advocacy organisation with a mission to protect half of the Earth for nature and secure a climate that allows life to flourish. Mighty Earth protects nature and fights climate change by driving transformation across industry and government to rewild the world. Mighty Earth has played a leading role in driving a 90%+ decline in deforestation for palm oil, and similarly dramatic declines for other commodities in Southeast Asia, including the adoption of improved government forest and wildlife protections, and multi-billion-dollar shifts to clean energy. Mighty Earth achieve results through campaigns, communications, and practical engagement with decision-makers, with more than half of their work focused on ensuring delivery of commitments. Their goal is to make significant progress in supporting impacted people globally, including protecting Indigenous land rights. Benefits & Culture Results-focused, entrepreneurial, collaborative, and agile work culture Remote in East Asia with flexible work hours and shared workspace options Collaborate with, and learn from, global teams and partners Opportunities for professional development, team growth, and significant impact Initial one-year contract with strong likelihood of extension Fluency in Japanese and professional English language skills required, fluency in Korean a plus The Role This regional role will scale Japanese and Korean contributions to help the world protect 30% of nature by 2030, with a focus on developing and leading strategies to increase Mighty Earth’s work and visibility in East Asia. To accomplish this, you will focus on three key areas: increasing nature finance, decreasing reliance on biomass, and tackling agricultural methane. Your key responsibilities include: Diverse stakeholder engagement and partnership building, including government, corporate, and investment sectors Building relationships with civil society and other key constituents in East Asia Producing and localizing content and media products and generating media attention Conducting research and drafting reports Project managing consultants across specific campaigns Skills Required You are passionate about protecting the natural environment and you have a strong commitment to advancing a more just society. Ideally you have broad experience, or demonstrated interest, in developing and implementing strategies that have influenced change. Your understanding of the social and political landscape across East Asia, especially in Japan and South Korea, will be an asset. Your background likely includes experience in strategic planning, plus stakeholder engagement, advocacy, lobbying, or public relations. Energy and/or forest policy, or nature finance experience would be highly regarded, but is not essential. You are confident engaging with senior decision makers, and skilled in building trusting relationships with diverse stakeholders. You thrive in dynamic political environments and can translate complex information into compelling and influential content to encourage change within government and the private sector. You speak native level Japanese and professional level English, fluency in Korean is a plus. You have the flexibility and adaptability to work well across different time zones and cultures. You must have working rights for your East Asia location.

About Nganampa Nganampa Health Council (NHC) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation and for over 40 years has been delivering high-quality primary health care across the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands in the far northwest of South Australia. Home to approximately 3,000 residents, the APY Lands border the Northern Territory and Western Australia. Anangu culture is strong and Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara are first languages. About the team Community Programs brings together the environmental health and welfare program Uwankara Palyanyku Kanyintjaku, the Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) program and the Anangu Workforce Development Program (AWD). It’s a newly formed team focussed on strengthening Nganampa’s Anangu workforce and it’s second responder program, and the active involvement of Anangu in the management and operation of the Health Council’s programs. About the role Reporting to the Health Services Manager, you will lead a multi-disciplinary team to implement and improve programs that address environmental and social factors impacting health and wellbeing outcomes for Anangu, as well as public health initiatives such as the Tackling Indigenous Smoking Program. You'll oversee workforce development initiatives to create employment and training pathways for Anangu and that continue to ensure the safety and security of staff in daily and after-hours operations. About you You will bring experience leading community-based public health or workforce development programs, ideally within Indigenous and remote settings, along with an understanding of government and philanthropic funding in the areas of public, environmental or Indigenous health and wellbeing. You will be an experienced leader with a considered and collaborative approach, and a track record in delivering effective programs. You will have: Strong intercultural engagement skills and the ability to build trust and meaningful relationships A committed mentoring and coaching approach to employee management Demonstrated ability to engage and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including government agencies, funding bodies, and community organisations and groups Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in dynamic, cross-cultural, remote working environments Experience in program analysis and design, impact reporting, and project management A strong focus on and commitment to fostering Indigenous self-determination You will gain The opportunity to experience with Anangu, community life on their traditional lands The opportunity to create meaningful impact through your work, and leave a legacy for future generations Generous salary & packaging benefits, additional leave entitlements, and relocation assistance Access to a fully maintained 4WD vehicle and furnished accommodation on the APY Lands Preferred Alice Springs office location, remote hybrid working arrangement considered A current Australian driver’s license and a willingness to travel to remote areas, including by small aircraft is required for this role.

The Organisation WWF, an independent conservation organisation active in nearly 100 countries, works to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife. WWF has had a presence in Laos since the late 1980s, contributing to some of the first biodiversity surveys that established Laos’ protected area system. WWF-Laos was officially established in 2001 with the main office based in Vientiane and with field offices in Savannakhet, Champassak, Salavan, and Xayabouly provinces. WWF-Laos works with government, civil society, and private sector partners to address the threats to biodiversity and to move towards a greener nature-based future. Key partners are the Lao Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (Dept. of Forestry, Dept. of Forest Inspection, Dept. of Livestock and Fisheries), Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (Dept. of Water Resource Management, Dept. of Environment), the Provincial Agriculture & Forestry Offices; other conservation-focused organisations; communities; Lao civil society organisations; and other stakeholders. Find out more at https://www.wwf.org.la/ The Role As Country Director you will provide and lead and operationalise the vision, strategic planning, and institutional development of WWF-Laos as the leading conservation INGO nationally, regionally, and globally. You will ensure the Country Office team of 70+ staff is managed effectively and efficiently in all key programme areas – conservation, impact and innovation, finance and administration, risk and compliance, environmental and social safeguard, people & culture, partnership development, and communications and advocacy – achieving and continuously improving WWF-Laos’s vision and goals. Your work will include close collaboration with the regional leadership team and other countries and governments. Other aspects of the role include; Line management for senior management and leadership teams Thought leadership on key conservation issues at national level Managing key partnerships including with the national government and funders Promoting the vision and objectives of the WWF-Laos strategic plan to key stakeholders Playing a pro-active role in building a strong South East Asia programme Actively affirming and modelling WWF’s behaviours, values, and culture Skills Required With an advanced degree, you’re an exceptional and sensitive leader and influential communicator, with over ten years professional experience in leadership roles mobilising teams and partners, including in Southeast Asian countries, preferably in Laos. You are a proven leader with the capability of inspiring and growing an organisation’s impact and building future leadership and talent in the organisation. You have managed large programme teams in conservation, natural resources, international development, or in related fields, ideally in the Mekong region. You bring experience developing multimillion dollar fundraising opportunities and proposal designs, which have secured restricted and unrestricted funds including from major donors, foundations, governments and multilaterals. You’re skilled in business and budget planning and monitoring, and the development of funding and monitoring and evaluation frameworks to ensure financial sustainability for large-scale programmes. Experience in, or knowledge of, wildlife security would be an asset. You have highly developed negotiation, collaboration, influencing and diplomacy skills with networks at senior levels within government, businesses, non-profit, scientific, and political communities. You have a history of leading and empowering staff in cross-functional, cross-cultural, and developing country contexts, plus a demonstrated commitment to promoting leadership development among local staff. If you have a passion for conservation and meet all, or some, of the requirements and you want to play a role in leading the conservation agenda, please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the skills required above quoting #1331995 or call NGO Recruitment in Melbourne, Australia on +61 (0) 3 8080 8978 to have a candidate information pack emailed to you. WWF recognises lived experience and is committed to diversity and inclusion and candidates from historically disadvantaged or marginalised groups are encouraged to apply. Please note there is no formal closing date for this role, if you are interested, we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 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