Orthopaedic Surgeon (international humanitarian register)

Must speak French in addition to English

Australian Red Cross is seeking skilled Orthopaedic Surgeons to join our International Delegate (aid worker) Register. From the Delegate Register, Orthopaedic Surgeons can be deployed internationally by the Red Cross to support operations and provide professional assistance to individuals and communities impacted by humanitarian disasters or conflicts. Deployments typically range in duration from three to six months and are salaried.

Please note that recruitment to the Delegate Register does not guarantee employment with Red Cross. It does however place the individual on standby to deploy, and enables suitable preparation and training for deployment, should the need arise.

If you are interested in working internationally with Red Cross, we encourage you to read the below role profile which provides additional information on the requirements of this position, to consider your suitability. Please note that we are only able to consider applications from candidates who are citizens or permanent residents of Australia.

Australian Red Cross’ International Delegate Register

The Red Cross and Red Crescent (RCRC) Movement is the largest humanitarian network in the world. It comprises the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent (Federation) and 192 National Societies. The RCRC mandate is to protect and support populations experiencing conflicts, disasters and other vulnerabilities.

ARC maintains an active register of highly screened and trained humanitarian workers (referred to as delegates within the Red Cross)



who are deployed to international crises when local capacity is overwhelmed or where additional specialist resources are required. Deployments take place through fixed-term contracts, with delegates seconded into the operations of the ICRC or Federation.

In all activities, Australian Red Cross’ delegates, staff, volunteers and members are guided by the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

Humanity • Neutrality • Impartiality • Independence • Voluntary Service • Unity • Universality.

To read more on these principles, visit https://www.redcross.org.au/about/fundamental-principles/

Orthopaedic Surgeon Position Summary

The orthopaedic surgeon functions as part of a surgical team and provides direct clinical services and/or supports in-country hospital teams to improve the quality of medical and surgical care through diagnosing, treating, preventing and rehabilitating musculoskeletal injuries and diseases, both surgically and non-surgically. The role assists with the organisation and management of medical and clinical services in close collaboration with local medical and hospital counterparts. The orthopaedic surgeon ensures the continuity of care and respect for medical ethics and patient confidentiality.



They work in local or Red Cross hospital structures, often in limited resources settings and challenging security environments.

Essential Requirements

- Citizen or permanent resident of Australia.
- Fluent spoken and written English.

- Level B2 (CEFR standard) in a second language (French).

- Extensive (3 years or greater) qualified experience as aligned with the technical and behavioural competencies (outlined below).

- Previous international humanitarian and/or development experience in low-income countries (non-government organisations, international organisations or charity).

- Minimum availability to deploy for 3 months, and with 4 weeks’ notice.

Essential Qualifications and Professional Registrations

- University degree in medicine with specialisation in orthopaedic surgery.
- Current registration with Medical Board of Australia, through AHPRA.
- Current Fellowship with Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS(Orth)).

Additional Essential Requirements

- Digital Literacy, including ability navigate digital devices (laptops, smartphones), analyse web-based information and work effectively with the Microsoft Office suite of applications.

- Ability to drive a manual car.

- Personal motivation to provide humanitarian assistance to individuals and communities impacted by disasters or armed conflict.

- Ability to adapt to and function effectively in challenging living conditions and potentially unstable security environments.

- Ability to work effectively while under pressure and within multicultural teams.

- Excellent organisational skills.

📌 Orthopaedic Surgeon (International Humanitarian Roster) (Melbourne)
🏢 Australian Red Cross
📍 Melbourne