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Because every child needs a childhood.

About ChildFund Australia

ChildFund Australia is an independent international development organisation that works to reduce poverty for children in many of the world’s most disadvantaged communities. We partner to create community and systems change which enables vulnerable children and young people, in all their diversity, to assert and realise their rights.

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Where We Work

ChildFund Australia is an independent international development organisation that works to reduce poverty for children in the developing world. We have a global network of 11 organisations, and assist nearly 36 million children and families in 70 countries.

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The Way We Work

ChildFund Australia works in partnership with children, their communities and local institutions to create lasting change, respond to humanitarian emergencies and promote children’s rights.

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at ChildFund Australia

In line with our values, we believe a diversity of people and ideas is essential to our success at ChildFund Australia.

We strive for a team culture that is welcoming, inclusive, respectful and supportive, where everyone has a sense of belonging and wellbeing.

We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid office-working from home arrangements and flexible working hours. We also provide parental leave and special leave for employees facing domestic violence.

We invest in learning and development of our people, including on anti-discrimination, anti-racism and cultural safety. This includes through membership of the Diversity Council of Australia, through which staff can access training at no cost, and our ChildFund Academy learning platform.

We have strong policies and practices in place to support a safe and inclusive working environment, and are committed to addressing discrimination of all forms, including within our organisation.

We track and report diversity metrics at ChildFund and at all levels of the organisation.

ChildFund is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and strongly encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for vacancies.

Our Values

Respect

Integrity

Collaboration

Change

Empowerment

Excellence

Current job
opportunities

Business Development Executive, Swipe Safe Program

Location: Sydney, Australia  |Closing date: 12th April 2024

As the Business Development Executive for the Swipe Safe program, you identify and map prospects, and proactively expand our partnerships with institutional donors and corporates. You will explore emerging and unconventional opportunities in the for-purpose sector to identify best opportunities for new strategic initiatives to secure long term sustainable funding for the innovative new product – Swipe Safe.

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Country Director – Cambodia

Location: Phnom Penh, Cambodia  |Closing date: 5th April 2024

As the Country Director for ChildFund Cambodia, you lead all aspects of ChildFund’s strategy and operations in Cambodia, working closely with the Senior Management Team in-country and the Executive team in Sydney (HQ)The Country Director provides leadership to the Senior Management Team (SMT) and builds a positive work culture, in line with ChildFund’s Vision, Mission and Values. You cultivate and strengthen effective working relationships with local partners under ChildFund Australia’s key strategic pillar of locally-led development.  You also work closely with government, donors, other INGOs the local community as well as the ChildFund Australia Management team and the ChildFund Australia Programs team, to ensure our programming and projects delivery is aligned with best practices in the sector.

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People and Culture Advisor – Part-time

Location: Sydney, Australia  |Closing date: 29th March 2024

The People and Culture (P&C) team supports ChildFund Australia to achieve success through our people, increase organisational effectiveness and capability, uphold staff rights, and improve their work life and professional well-being.  In this role you will be responsible for providing a range of high quality, accurate and timely human resources advice, administrative and support services to ensure the delivery of people management initiatives, projects, and reporting activities across ChildFund Australia.

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Fundraising Specialist (Regular Giving)

Location: Sydney, Australia  |Closing date: 8th March 2024

Regular giving is the cornerstone of all of ChildFund Australia’s fundraising, and its growth and maintenance is essential to fund our extensive portfolio of overseas development work. In this vital role within the Fundraising Team, you will support the Regular Giving Manager and the rest of the Regular Giving team by growing the organisation’s income via. face-to-face and telemarketing programs, and be a key point of contact for internal stakeholders. You will also be responsible for acquisition activities including, but not limited to upgrades, conversions, and reactivations.

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Wanting to volunteer or intern with ChildFund Australia?

Why volunteer or intern?

  • You could learn new skills, and add to the ones you already have
  • You will meet people from diverse backgrounds and cultures, expanding your network
  • You will contribute to an organisation that is passionate about a world without poverty
  • You will gain experience in the International Development sector.

Enquire today to find out more about volunteering opportunities with Childfund Australia!

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