Location: Ideally Brisbane, but flexible for anywhere in Australia | Full-time | 2-year fixed term contract

Must have valid work rights in Australia

• Lead the monitoring, evaluation, research and learning (MERL) function to support the strengthening of Australia’s humanitarian logistics capability.
• Champion innovation, inclusion and impact in one of Australia’s most critical humanitarian programs.
• Mentor team members to promote a culture of continuous improvement.

• Lead the implementation and ongoing refinement of the HLC MERL Framework and Plan, providing strategic direction in collaboration with the Program Director, Partnerships and Performance Lead, and key stakeholders to ensure alignment with DFAT standards and program objectives.
• Manage a small team (2–3 staff), fostering an inclusive, high-performing environment.
• Lead the drafting and quality assurance of all MERL deliverables, including the Annual Report and other key outputs. Ensure integration of GEDSI, Greening, Localisation, Innovation, Partnerships, and Indigenous Engagement themes across all reporting.
• Oversee the development and execution of MERL tools, systems, and annual work plans.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with DFAT, research partners, and program stakeholders.
• Design and lead inclusive data collection approaches, particularly for “last mile” distributions, ensuring diverse voices are captured, and use insights to inform future preparedness and response planning.