Standards and Code Lead

• Come and join the peak-body for Australian international development NGOs and support high ethical standards and effectiveness across the sector.
• Classification level of this role is between Senior Officer 1 – 4 based on skills and experience.
• Canberra-based, with flexible working arrangements (home or office) and around carer needs
• 1 FTE, 12 month contract
• Applications close 5pm (AEST) Monday 8 April 2024
• View the position description

The Role
Come and join a passionate and supportive team at the peak body for Australia’s international humanitarian and development NGOs.

The Standards and Code Lead is a key role within the Effectiveness and Engagement Team, and leads ACFID’s work in the design, implementation and promotion of the ACFID Code of Conduct (ACFID Code). The ACFID Code is a voluntary, self-regulatory sector code of good practice that aims to improve outcomes and increase stakeholder trust.

This is an exciting time to be joining the team, as the ACFID Code has recently been updated to reflect current best practice in the international development and humanitarian sector. As the Standards and Code Lead you will have the opportunity to lead the implementation of the revised ACFID Code and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to support the transparency, accountability and effectiveness of ACFID’s 126 member organisations.

This role manages a small team that coordinates all aspects of the design, implementation and review of the ACFID Code. The position also supports the governance of the ACFID Code by the independent Code of Conduct Committee and has a key role in promoting the ACFID Code with external stakeholders, including DFAT, ACNC and international civil society partners.

The successful candidate will be an effective communicator, who is willing to take the initiative and work collaboratively with colleagues and ACFID member organisations. They will be willing to adapt and learn and commit to ACFID’s values as outlined in our Strategic Plan.

About ACFID  

The Australian Council for International Development (ACFID) is the peak body for Australian non-government organisations (NGOs) involved in international development and humanitarian action. Our vision is of a world where all people are free from extreme poverty, injustice and inequality and where the earth’s finite resources are managed sustainably. Our purpose is to lead and unite our members in action for a just, equitable and sustainable world.

Founded in 1965, ACFID currently has 126 members and 20 affiliates operating in more than 90 developing countries The total revenue raised by ACFID’s membership from all sources amounts to $1.89 billion (2021-22), $773 million of which is raised from over 1.149 million Australians. ACFID’s members range between large Australian multi-sectoral organisations that are linked to international federations of NGOs, to agencies with specialised thematic expertise, and smaller community-based groups, with a mix of secular and faith-based organisations.

ACFID is a Public Benevolent Institution and has salary packaging which allows employees to use a proportion of the salary using tax-free dollars. The end result is an increase in your take-home pay. Employees have a total of approximately $15,899* per Fringe Benefit Tax year to salary package. In addition, ACFID’s PBI status enables you to salary package a further approximate $2,650 per year for personal meals and accommodation on top of the normal salary packaging amount. *You can find more information about Salary Packaging here: https://www.cbb.com.au/discover-salary-packaging/

We value diversity in the workplace and model our commitment to the values outlined in our strategic plan.  ACFID is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability status or national origin. Applicants will be considered based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Individuals of diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply
Taking into account ACFID’s core competencies and the required functional competencies of the role as detailed in the position description please send a covering letter and your Resume by filling in this online Application for Employment form. The covering letter, including your response to the selection criteria, should be no longer than two A4 pages.

Applications will close 5pm (AEST) Monday 8 April 2024.

Applicants will then be shortlisted and invited to interview. Interviews can be conducted remotely at the candidate’s preference.

Any offer of employment will require a National Police Check. To be eligible for this position you must have a legal right to work in Australia.

If you wish to discuss the role further, please contact Director Effectiveness and Engagement, Emily Moreton, at [email protected].