- Part-time role (FTE 0.4) with 2 days a week in our Richmond office and flexible work arrangements.
- 5 weeks of annual leave, salary packaging benefits and opportunities for professional growth.
- Employee Assistance Program for team members and their family.
About us
At CBM Australia, our mission is to end the cycle of poverty and disability.
As Australia’s only international development organisation focused on disability and inclusion, our work improves the quality of life of people with disabilities living in the poorest communities.
We have a rewarding opportunity for an experienced and passionate Australian Disability and Development Consortium (ADDC) Policy Support Officer to join CBM Australia in a part-time capacity (FTE 0.4).
This role supports the Australian Disability and Development Consortium (ADDC) Secretariat to deliver its work plan and strategic objectives by contributing to policy development, coordinating communications, and maintaining a strong understanding of disability and development in Australia, the Indo Pacific region, and globally. It draws on evidence and sector insights to inform credible policy positions and ensures members receive high-quality information on developments in disability equity and international development.
The role also manages ADDC’s membership database and website and provides administrative and logistical support for day-to-day operations, events, and meetings. Through these activities, the role helps raise the profile of ADDC, strengthen member engagement, and advance disability equity across the Australian international development sector.
Founded on Christian values, CBM enables compassionate Australians to be part of creating lasting positive change in our world. Join us and make a meaningful difference!
The successful applicant will:
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Bring a proactive, solutions‑focused approach to supporting ADDC’s policy, communications, and administrative functions.
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Apply sound judgement when interpreting policy issues and synthesising evidence across the disability and development sectors.
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Build respectful and effective working relationships with ADDC members, the Executive Committee, and colleagues across CBM Australia.
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Show initiative in managing day‑to‑day workflow, meeting deadlines, and balancing competing priorities.
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Demonstrate adaptability and confidence working in a fast‑paced environment with diverse stakeholders.
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Uphold CBM Australia’s values, safeguarding commitments and inclusive practices in all aspects of their work.
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Contribute to a positive, supportive team culture and represent ADDC professionally in all external engagements.
Specific outcomes required:
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Contribute to positioning ADDC to be able to provide credible disability equity and rights input on government policy and international issues.
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Coordinate, draft and support publication of digital communications with members, including the monthly ADDC Bulletin.
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Research, produce and post content on LinkedIn and Facebook to engage members and build the network.
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Maintain and develop the ADDC website through Word Press, including advancing the accessibility requirements where possible.
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Co-ordinate logistics support for ADDC external in-person and virtual events, including bookings, registrations and follow up.
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Provide secretariat support across ADDC’s operations for the ADDC Executive Committee, including coordinating monthly virtual meetings and annual in-person meeting.
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Manage ADDC membership database, including monthly reporting to EO and processing new membership applications.
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Provide administrative support to implementing the objectives of the ADDC work plan.
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Follow internal processes and procedures to manage ADDC workflow.
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Build and maintain strong working relationships with members of the CBM Australia Policy and Advocacy team and other stakeholders within CBM and the ADDC Executive Committee.
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Undertake any other tasks as required by the Executive Officer.
About you
You are someone who is passionate about disability equity and rights and motivated by the opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in the international development sector. You enjoy working collaboratively, are naturally curious, and have a strong commitment to evidence‑based policy and effective communication.
You will thrive in this role if you:
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Enjoy research, analysis, and turning complex ideas into clear, engaging content.
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Are highly organised, with strong attention to detail and a knack for coordinating multiple tasks at once.
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Communicate confidently and professionally, both in writing and verbally.
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Are comfortable working independently while also contributing to a broader team effort.
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Appreciate the importance of stakeholder engagement and bring a relational approach to your work.
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Are tech‑savvy, adaptable, and open to learning new tools and systems.
To be considered for this role, you will have:
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Demonstrated experience in research and policy development.
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Experience working within a project team essential, with a preference for working in a communications or international development teams.
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Advanced computer skills essential, with experience in Mail Chimp and Canva preferred.
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Proven written and oral communication skills, with experience developing engaging written materials.
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Experience managing logistics for both in-person and online events, including booking external providers and managing registrations.
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Good interpersonal skills and understanding of dynamic stakeholders.
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Demonstrated ability to work under own initiative while also working as part of a team.
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Tertiary qualification in relevant area an advantage.
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Enthusiasm for the mission of ADDC and CBM Australia and alignment/comfort with being part of a faith-based organisation.
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Experience in the disability and/or international development sector programs or projects is desirable.
What we offer:
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The chance to make an impact that matters in a team of like-minded professionals.
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Flexible working arrangements.
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2 days a week in our Richmond office.
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5 weeks annual leave.
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Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 for eligible household expenses + up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
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Paid parental leave.
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Confidential and free access to our Employee Assistance Program for team members and their family.
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Join a supportive team who is committed to fostering genuine career progression.
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A collaborative and inclusive work environment that priorities employee wellbeing.
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A work environment and values-driven culture that employees state in their feedback, is one of the most inclusive, caring, and enjoyable that they have ever worked in.
If you meet the above criteria, please submit your resume via Seek.
Applications will be considered as soon as they are received.
CBM Australia is committed to workplace equity and diversity and encourages applications from candidates with diverse cultural backgrounds and people with lived experience of disability.
Please contact peopleandculture@cbm.org.au using the subject line: ADDC Policy Support Officer enquiry for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
We ensure that any information provided to the contact is private and confidential, will only be used to provide accommodations and will in no way determine the outcome of an application.
CBM Australia is committed to the safety and best interest of all children accessing CBM supported services and programs and workplace. Preferred candidates are advised that they will be required to sign the CBM Child Safeguarding Standard, and we reserve the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures prior to employment being confirmed.