Climate Change Division, Head of Operations

Lead and innovate for the Climate Change Division’s (CCD) operations and account strategy. Our Climate Change Division is responsible for the Green Climate Fund (GCF) account which is recognized as a key catalyst towards an ambition for Save the Children to be a Leader on Climate for Children delivering sustainable and intergenerational climate action. Contributing to our team’s capability and efficiency; you will actively seek opportunities to lead and implement a CCD operating model and account governance best practice whilst delivering with strong skills in interpersonal communication, influencing and collaboration. ​​

Save the Children is no ordinary not-for-profit.

We’re ambitious, creative and outspoken. We stand up for children’s rights. We want all children to be educated, healthy and live a life free from violence. We run programs in Australia and overseas and, if there’s a disaster - like an earthquake, drought or conflict – we are there on the ground.

Where you come in:

In this full-time permanent position, based anywhere globally you will provide high quality support and leadership to the Climate Change Division’s (CCD) operations team and work on on-going improvement of operational delivery of the team’s climate-related pipeline of business opportunities and oversight and management of existing and future projects. You will be part of our CCD global team and report to our Director, Climate Change.

You will make an impact by:

· Support and manage a review of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) account strategy in 2024 to inform updates to the operating and financial model.

· Lead the development and implementation of a CCD target operating model.

· Set up and manage a system for operational oversight and monitoring of the delivery of the GCF portfolio.

· Support the effective management of the GCF Account Partnership Model by convening key inter-member partners in an effective governance model and delivers against our Strategy.

· Lead all GCF-related accreditation activities, including an upgrade of Save the Children’s accreditation categorisation in 2024.

· Lead the improvement of existing knowledge management systems and processes to enhance efficiencies, compliance, and risk management across the Portfolio.

Does this sound like you?

You are someone who demonstrates ability to thrive in a matrix management environment. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching. This role suits those who are motivated by having significant social impact, with strong business acumen. You will be determined to make a difference.

This role requires:

· Experience managing operations and systems, with a focus on Lean/continuous improvement

· Experience of international development systems, institutions, donors, and best practices

· Strong skills in interpersonal communication, collaboration and facilitation.

· Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.

· At least 5 years' experience in senior leadership and management experience with international NGOs.

Working at Save the Children is more than just a job.

It’s the feeling of knowing that your work is contributing to making the world a better place for children and working with others who feel the same. In addition to a connection to social causes, you will have access to:

· Individual learning plans to assist in your career development

· Internal employment and development opportunities

· Friendly and flexible work environment

· Agile work environment including working from home

· Competitive salary plus full salary packaging benefits (for Australian residents only) – use this link to see how much this benefit could mean to you!

For more information regarding our employee benefits, please follow this link.

Sound interesting?

We’d love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume by clicking on the ‘Apply’ section.

Applications close 4pm AEDT, Wednesday 31st January 2024.

Position Description - Climate Change Division, Head of Operations

Save the Children is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment for its employees and client groups, consistent with our obligations under OH&S legislation.

We have tested our application process with diverse groups in mind, with the intent to ensure it's straightforward and accessible for all to apply. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and improve our ability to reach our most vulnerable client groups. But we also know there is no one-size fits-all when it comes to recruitment - so if we didn’t quite hit the mark for you, please let us know! We’re dedicated to ensuring Save the Children Australia is a workplace suitable for all people and can modify our processes to suit you – no matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, neurodiversity, culture and beliefs.

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