Specialist - Emergency Workforce & Response

• Full time
• Based in TAS
• Max term 2 year contract                                                         

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 

The Specialist – Emergency Workforce & Response plays a pivotal role within the Emergency Response and Operations function. Focus on enhancing emergency preparedness and response capabilities within Tasmania. Integrate critical responsibilities across workforce development and emergency response to ensure efficient and effective response activities.

What you will bring 

• Demonstrated sound technical knowledge and expertise in incident management, emergency response, or community engagement
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and engage a volunteer workforce
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate collaboration and build relationships among diverse stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with the capability to assess complex situations and drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to work under general direction from senior employees and work with and lead teams and people from diverse backgrounds and create a collaborative working environment

Why work with us?  

Work for purpose, know that the work you do enables Red Cross to support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. 

Red Cross respects, values and encourages diversity. We believe that diversity in our people enriches our organisation as well as the impact we have. 

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, as well as access to guided meditation and other wellbeing programs. 

Work/Life Flexibility: You can access flexible working arrangements, paid ‘Me’ day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options 

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 5.

For additional enquiries, please contact Brittany Crane at [email protected] for a confidential discussion. 

Applications must be submitted online to be considered for this role 

Whilst we appreciate interest in our roles, we will not be engaging with Agencies or Agency Candidates for this role.

Applications close: Wednesday 16^th July 2025

Please apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the advertisement earlier.

Job Ref #: 12601