This is a Officer - Resilience role with Australian Red Cross based in WA, AU Australian Red Cross Role Seniority - mid level More about the Officer - Resilience role at Australian Red Cross Part time (30.4 hours per week) Maximum term contract until January 2028 East Perth Location About Us Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity. About the Role This role supports delivery of the Lotterywest funded Ready Together Program, a community-led initiative focused on building disaster resilience across Western Australia. You will work alongside regional communities to co-design and deliver locally relevant, inclusive, and practical solutions that strengthen emergency preparedness, response, and recovery. As Officer – Resilience (Regional) you’ll collaborate with community leaders, volunteers and the project team to ensure that resilience-building efforts reflect the diversity, strengths, and priorities of these communities. While the focus for this position is on regional communities, you’ll work closely with colleagues to ensure a holistic, all-of-community approach to resilience. Travel to regional areas will be required. The most important requirement for this position is a strong understanding of community development principles, an understanding of the challenges regional communities face and a genuine passion for advocating for equity and inclusion. You will bring: A solid grasp of disaster resilience, emergency management, and community development. Skills in developing and delivering training, workshops, and resources. Strong advocacy and communication abilities to support stakeholder engagement. Analytical skills to help evaluate programs and use data to inform practice. The ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and communities. Good time management and organisational skills. Mandatory Requirements A clearance to work with Children and a current Driver’s License is required for this role. Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity Financial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual leave. Health & Wellbeing: You can tap into specialist advice for nutrition, sleep, resilience and mindfulness. And access guided meditation and other wellbeing programs. Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development courses Further information This role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award - Level 4. To find out more about this opportunity please contact Beth Wetson on 0406 927 295 Applications close at 11:55pm on 04 January 2026 We encourage applicants to apply ASAP as we will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and may fill this role prior to the advertised closing date. While we appreciate all interest in our organisation, we won’t engage with or accept candidates from agencies or consulting firms on this occasion. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Australian Red Cross team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Supporting community-led initiatives Engaging with stakeholders Traveling to regional areas Key Strengths ️ Disaster resilience Training and workshop delivery ️ Advocacy and communication Analytical skills Collaboration ⏰ Time management Why Australian Red Cross is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with Australian Red Cross not with Hatch.
