Lead - Community Programs

• Permanent full-time position (38 hours / week)
• Ceduna location and hybrid work options available

About Red Cross

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.

Our programs are designed to help members of the community to gain skills and knowledge, access resources and services, and improve social participation.

About the role

The Lead - Community Programs is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Ceduna Community Hub, including oversight of the Financial Wellbeing Hub. Leading a multidisciplinary team, this role ensures the delivery of high-quality, community-centred services to more than 90 attendees each day.

This position is also accountable for operational performance, contract management, budgeting, reporting, compliance, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement, while fostering a positive and inclusive team culture that supports strong outcomes for the Ceduna community.

What you will bring

• Proven operational management experience, with a data driven approach
• Demonstrated capability as an effective leader, supporting and building positive and constructive relationships within diverse teams
• Proven ability to work autonomously, with general direction from senior employees
• Experience and deep understanding of working alongside First Nations Communities
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to express ideas clearly, listen effectively and provide feedback constructively

A current and valid Working with Children Check is a mandatory requirement for the role.

Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity

Financial wellbeing: Access salary packaging benefits via Maxxia; up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment, helping maximise your take-home pay. Additional remote allowances available for Ceduna.

Health & Wellbeing: Access resources supporting nutrition, sleep, resilience, and mindfulness, along with wellbeing programs and guided meditation

Career development: Ongoing learning, training, and professional development opportunities

Work/Life Flexibility: You can access a paid ‘Me’ day just for you, in addition to a wide range of other paid leave options

Further information

This role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry (SCHADS) Award, Level 5. Salary from $105,577.68 + superannuation, plus access to salary packaging.

Cover letters should be addressed to Bec Cunningham and should confirm that you meet the essential requirements as outlined above.

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Bec Cunningham, recunningham@redcross.org.au

(Enquiries only. Please submit applications via SEEK or our Careers page)

Applications close: Thursday, 19 November 2026

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

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

Job Ref # 13936