ADRA Australia
Regional Manager – South Queensland
Commitment: Full-time – Two-year Maximum Term
Location: Brisbane, Queensland

About the role

ADRA Australia is seeking an experienced and driven Regional Manager to lead and manage ADRA's
operations across South Queensland. Working closely with local churches, volunteers, community
partners, and stakeholders, the successful applicant will support the development, implementation, and
oversight of community projects that create meaningful and lasting impact.

As part of both the South Queensland Conference and ADRA Australia's National Programs team, the
Regional Manager will build strong partnerships, identify opportunities for new initiatives, support
fundraising and church engagement activities, and contribute to emergency preparedness and response
efforts.

The successful applicant will be an organised and collaborative leader who is passionate about ADRA's
mission and committed to empowering communities through practical service and sustainable
development.

The successful applicant must have the legal right to live and work in Australia at the time of application.

The Job Description for the role is included at the end of this document and will give you more specific
information on the role.

About ADRA Australia
The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is the official humanitarian agency of the Seventh-
day Adventist Church. As part of the global ADRA network, which reaches into more than 100 countries,
we are motivated by our faith, to enable people and communities in Australia, the South Pacific, Asia,
Africa, and the Middle East, to improve their health, education and livelihoods, and assist people to
prepare for and recover from disasters in Australia and around the world.

ADRA Australia holds full accreditation with the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs
and Trade (DFAT) and is a member of the Australian Council for International Development (ACFID) and
the Australian Council for Social Services (ACOSS).

Our Values - We conduct our work by being:
Connected - working collaboratively for the best outcome for those living in poverty or distress.
Courageous - persevering through challenging situations.
Compassionate – empathising with the communities we work with and with each other.

About the National Programs Team

The ADRA Regional Manager is appointed by the ADRA Australia ADCOM and reports to the Director of
National Programs.

The National Programs team works collaboratively with the following ADRA Australia teams:

- Emergency Management

- Finance/IT

- International Programs

- People and Culture

- Supporter Engagement

Adventist Development and Relief Agency Australia Ltd ADRA Australia ABN 85 109 435 618
Street Address 146 Fox Valley Rd, Wahroonga NSW 2076 Phone +61 2 9489 5488 Web www.adra.org.au
Postal Address PO Box 129, Wahroonga NSW 2076 Toll Free 1800 242 372

Selection Criteria
Essential

- Commitment to the purpose, mission and values of ADRA Australia and the Seventh-day

Adventist Church.

- A related diploma or degree with at least four years' experience in project management,

community development, leadership, or a related field.

- Demonstrated experience leading staff, volunteers and cross-functional teams.

- Experience engaging with churches, community organisations, funding bodies and other

stakeholders.

- Experience in fundraising, grant applications and securing project funding.

- Strong communication, organisational and relationship management skills.

- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

- Confidence using technology and data management systems.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other workplace technology platforms.

- Proven and demonstrated organisational and time management skills.

Desirable

- Experience working in a faith-based, community development, humanitarian or not-for-profit

organisation.

- Experience managing grant-funded projects.

- Experience in volunteer mobilisation and church engagement.

- Knowledge of emergency management, disaster response or community resilience initiatives.

- Experience working within church-based community networks.

Key Competencies
• Leading and Supervising

Provides others with a clear direction; Sets appropriate standards of behaviour; Delegates work
appropriately and fairly; Motivates and empowers others; Provides staff with development
opportunities and coaching; Recruits staff of a high calibre.

- Working with People

Demonstrates an interest in and understanding of others; Adapts to the team and builds team
spirit; Recognises and rewards the contribution of others; Listens, consults others and
communicates proactively; Supports and cares for others; Develops and openly communicates
self-insight.

- Planning and Organising

Sets clearly defined objectives; Plans activities and projects well in advance and takes account of
possible changing circumstances; Manages time effectively; Identifies and organises resources
needed to accomplish tasks; Monitors performance against deadlines and milestones.

- Coping with Pressure & Setbacks

Works productively in a pressurised environment; Keeps emotions under control during difficult
situations; Balances the demands of a work life and a personal life; Maintains a positive outlook
at work; Handles criticism well and learns from it.

Other Requirements

- At the time of application,



the successful applicant will already have the legal right to live and

work in Australia.

- Commitment to abide by the ADRA Australia Code of Conduct and organisational policies and

procedures. A copy of relevant policies is available on request.

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ADRA Australia
Candidate Information Pack – Regional Manager – SQC

- ADRA Australia takes the prevention of sexual misconduct, harassment and child protection

seriously and screens applicants for suitability. The successful applicant will be required to obtain
a police check for each country in which the individual has lived for 12 months or longer over the
last five years, and for the individual’s country of citizenship (including dual citizenship holders).
The successful applicant will need to provide their consent to a criminal record check. ADRA
Australia recognises that in limited instances it may prove impossible to obtain a reliable criminal
record check. In such circumstances a statutory declaration outlining efforts made to obtain a
foreign police check, and disclosing any charges and spent convictions may be accepted.

- Applicants will be requested to disclose whether or not they have had a substantiated Sexual

Exploitation Abuse or Harassment claim of any nature made against them in Australia or overseas.
This is included in the Employment Application Form.

How to Apply
To apply, candidates should address the selection criteria in their application letter providing examples
of past experiences and qualifications. There is no closing date, however we will be interviewing suitable
candidates as they apply. Please forward your letter and resume - along with the names of three work
related referees to: [email protected]

If you have questions or need further information, please contact:

Kuren Galant,
People and Culture Manager for ADRA Australia,
Phone +61 2 9473 9525 or email: [email protected]

ADRA Australia is an inclusive and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

The appointing body reserves the right to fill this position at its discretion and to close applications
early.

See Job Description and Employment application forms following.

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ADRA Australia
Candidate Information Pack – Regional Manager – SQC

Position Title: Regional Manager- South Queensland Full / Part Time: Full Time – (Two-year fixed term contract)

Connected Department: National Programs
Revised Date: November 2026

Courageous Reports To: National Programs Director

Compassionate Team Supervision: ADRA staff and volunteers in SQ

Purpose of Position: A basic statement that describes the intent of the position.

The ADRA SQ Regional Manager is responsible for leading and managing ADRA’s operations across South Queensland, ensuring the effective development, implementation, and
oversight of community projects. This role fosters strong relationships with local churches, volunteers, and stakeholders, while collaborating closely with partnering Conference and the
ADRA Australia National Programs team to align regional initiatives with national strategies.

Behavioural Expectations: Our code of Conduct - How we do things in our organisation that underpins our values.

ADRA Australia Code of Conduct and related policies including WHS policies.

Key Competencies: The competencies, qualifications, skills and experience the person needs to do the role successfully.

ADRA Competency Framework: 1.2 Leading & Supervising, 2.1 Working with People, 6.1 Planning & Organising, 7.2 Coping with Pressure & Setbacks

Key Selection Criteria: A related diploma/degree with at least 4 years of proven experience in project management and community development; solid leadership and interpersonal

skills, with experience managing volunteers; demonstrated ability to engage and collaborate with churches and communities; experience in fundraising and stakeholder engagement;

excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills; and commitment to ADRA’s and the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s mission and values.

Key Responsibilities: The things that the person needs to be responsible for to successfully fulfil the obligations of this position.

Areas of Actions / Tasks / Objectives Measures of Success / KPI’s

Responsibility What is to be done in this area How job performance will be measured

• Engage in the development of the National Programs strategy • Engagement at National Programs strategy development and reviews.
INTEGRATION IN

development and reviews. • Weekly attendance at National Programs meetings and ADRA Australia weekly
NATIONAL

- Work closely with the National Programs team to ensure regional meetings.

PROGRAMS TEAM alignment with national strategies. • Regular and valuable contributor to discussions

• Participate in weekly planning and coordination meetings with • Positive influence on team
National Programs staff.

• Engage in scheduled conference team meetings and strategy • Attendance at scheduled conference team meetings
INTEGRATION IN

development • Positive Feedback from Conference President re engagement in strategy
CONFERENCE(S)



• Engage in periodic one-on-one catch ups with assigned conference development

TEAM officer • Monthly or bi-monthly catchups with assigned officer

ADRA Australia
Job Description - Regional Manager SQC

• Identify community needs and opportunities for new project initiatives • # of projects developed per year.
PROJECT

in collaboration with local churches and stakeholders. • # of churches or community groups trained in project development per year.
DEVELOPMENT • Lead the design and development of project proposals with the • # of successful funding submissions

support of the Program Development Coordinator, that align with
ADRA’s mission and strategic priorities.

- Proactively seek funding opportunities from local councils,

philanthropic foundations, and government grants and other local
funders.

- Build and maintain relationships with funding bodies, including

preparing and submitting high-quality funding applications and grant
proposals. (Federal Grants will be managed by the Grant
Coordinator.)

• Oversee the operations of ADRA community projects across SQ, • # projects properly implemented, acquitted, monitored and reported within given
PROGRAM

ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. timeframes.
MANAGEMENT • Supervise all project managers and provide effective support to • # of project managers effectively supported to manage their projects

ensure that ADRA projects are running according to the approved • # of churches or community groups trained in project management per year.
proposal and budget. • Data systems/platforms are regularly updated and maintained

- Monitor project performance using ADRA’s reporting tools and

frameworks, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external
funding requirements.

- Conduct regular site visits and evaluations to assess ADRA project

progress, identify challenges, and implement solutions.
- Ensure risk management practices are in place and adhered to

across all projects.
- Facilitate training and capacity-building for ADRA project teams to

enhance effectiveness and sustainability.
- Prepare and submit timely reports to ADRA Australia’s National

Programs team, including project outcomes, financial updates, and
lessons learned.

- Coordinate with finance and operations teams to manage project

budgets, procurement, and resource allocation.
- Assist in Op Shop matters when requested by Op Shop management

team from head office.

• Provide leadership and ongoing support to volunteer managers and • # of volunteer managers onboarded on ADRA’s purpose, values, volunteer
VOLUNTEER

key volunteers, ensuring clarity of roles, responsibilities and manager role expectations and key policies.
MANAGEMENT expectation and fostering a positive and inclusive environment that • # of volunteer managers and key volunteers who indicate that they feel

encourages retention and growth. supported and resourced effectively.
• Collaborate with community partners to identify volunteer • Annual recognition of volunteers

opportunities and mobilise community involvement. • 100% of volunteers have been fully screened following ADRA’s procedures

- Recognise and celebrate volunteer contributions through appreciation before commencement

events, awards, and regular communication.

- Ensure volunteers are equipped with the necessary tools, resources,

and training to carry out their roles safely and effectively.

ADRA Australia
Job Description - Regional Manager SQC

• Collaborating with the Church Engagement Officer to: • # of new ADRA Champions recruited per year
CHURCH

o Identify and recruit ADRA Champions within local Seventh- • # of presentations/sermons in churches (a minimum of 10 presentations/year is
ENGAGEMENT AND day Adventist churches across SQ to serve as key liaisons expected)

FUNDRAISING for ADRA’s mission and activities. • Coordination of ADRA’s engagement at Big Camp in harmony with plans
o Inspire and mobilise church communities to participate in developed between National Programs and Supporter Engagement.

fundraising initiatives such as ADRA Appeal, End-of-Year • # of churches engaged in Mission Ready
Campaigns, and Emergency Response Appeals. • # of mission Ready initiatives commenced

- Collaborate with ADRA Australia’s Supporter Engagement team to

ensure consistency of communication, assets, branding and any • Yearly % increase in church-based fundraising in SQ
fundraising engagement.

- Oversee roll out and implementation of the Mission Ready initiative

- Present and preach at Churches, minister’s meetings and Big Camps

highlighting biblical compassion messages demonstrated in ADRA
projects and promote volunteerism.

• In coordination with the Emergency Management team, support Level • # of Level 0 and Level 1 activations effectively and successfully collaborated in
EMERGENCY

0 responses and actively contribute to Level 1 and higher activations, • # of churches and projects with active response plans
MANAGEMENT taking on assigned roles and responsibilities as needed.

- In coordination with the Emergency Management team, help identify

and support churches and projects for emergency preparedness and
response programming and contribute to the training and
development of National Emergency Response Teams (NERT) to
strengthen regional preparedness.

• Other duties as assigned by the National Programs Director. • As needed.
OTHER DUTIES AS

ASSIGNED BY

SUPERVISOR

📌 Regional Manager – South Queensland (Brisbane)
🏢 ADRA Australia
📍 Brisbane