Manager, Global Health Programs

The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) is a member-based not-for-profit supporting over 8,600 surgeons and 1,300 trainees and Specialist International Medical Graduates across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. We advocate for excellence in surgical care, deliver world-class education and training, invest in research, and partner across the Asia-Pacific to strengthen local surgical services. Learn more at surgeons.org.

About the Role

Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of RACS’ global health programs across partner countries, ensuring programs are designed effectively and delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.

Reporting to the General Manager, Social Impact & Partnerships, you will provide strong program leadership and operational accountability, translating strategic priorities into well-structured and deliverable program designs. You will ensure programs are structured from the outset to meet governance, compliance and accreditation requirements, while maintaining a clear focus on delivery performance and outcomes.

This is a senior role with accountability for program performance, financial management, risk management and stakeholder outcomes across a range of international programs.

• Leading the design, implementation and continuous improvement of global health programs

• Structuring programs to align with donor compliance and accreditation frameworks (including DFAT/ANCP requirements)

• Managing end-to-end delivery to ensure projects are achieved on time, within scope and budget

• Managing program budgets, financial controls, forecasts and contract performance

• Monitoring program performance and proactively managing risks, issues and dependencies

• Embedding monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) frameworks into program delivery

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with ministries of health, hospitals, donors, volunteers and partner organisations

• Leading and developing a team of program professionals, with clear accountability and a focus on capability uplift

• Working collaboratively across RACS to support integrated fundraising, communications and impact reporting

• Driving continuous improvement in program design and delivery, in line with donor priorities and sector trends

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful international health outcomes while shaping the future direction and effectiveness of our programs.

This position is full time ongoing and based in our Melbourne office.

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About the Team

The Global Health team works in partnership with surgeons, health professionals, hospitals, governments and local organisations to strengthen surgical systems and improve access to safe surgical care.

The team delivers programs across the Indo-Pacific region, supporting workforce development, clinical training and health system strengthening. We work closely with volunteers and partners to achieve sustainable, high-impact outcomes.

About You

You are a senior program leader with extensive experience delivering complex international development or related programs. You bring a strong balance of strategic thinking, operational discipline and stakeholder engagement.

• Extensive experience delivering development, social impact or international programs in low- and middle-income countries

• Strong understanding of donor compliance and accreditation frameworks (e.g. DFAT/ANCP or equivalent), with the ability to embed these requirements into program design and delivery

• Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams in a people management role

• Strong capability in program planning, implementation, budgeting and performance management

• Experience applying monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) frameworks to inform program decisions

• Proven ability to manage relationships with government agencies, donors and sector stakeholders

• Strong financial and contract management capability within grant-funded or donor-funded environments

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• A strong commitment to safeguarding, ethical practice and culturally respectful ways of working

Your experience with us

We’re committed to creating a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and able to do their best work. We invest in your wellbeing, professional growth and work life balance. Our benefits reflect our dedication to a positive, safe and inclusive culture.

Key benefits include:

• Competitive remuneration + salary packaging up to $15,900 each FBT year and novated car leasing.
• Hybrid working arrangements that support flexibility + starter equipment allowance
• Generous leave options including volunteer leave, paid parental leave and the ability to purchase up to two weeks of additional leave
• Access to a wellbeing app and annual reimbursement to support your physical and mental wellbeing
• Gifted leave over the Christmas/New Year period
• Support for you and your family including counselling, legal advice, career coaching, financial counselling, and more
• We invest in our people through ongoing access to learning and development to support your professional growth and career goals.

Read more about what we offer you here.

How to apply

Click “Apply” to begin your application. We encourage you to include both your resume and a cover letter. In your cover letter, please highlight your experience that aligns with the key responsibilities outlined in the position description.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to submit yours as soon as possible. If you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact us at ***email_hidden***. Please note that we are unable to accept applications via email.

You will be informed of the outcome of your application in due course.

Everyone is welcome

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. We are committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in our workforce.

RACS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people as the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and Māori as the tangata whenua (people of the land) of Aotearoa New Zealand.

We are committed to creating employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and Māori and building an environment that is inclusive, culturally safe and appropriate.