Support Officer

Support Officer - Migration Support Program Launceston TAS, Australia Posted Tuesday 13 January 2026 at 2:00 pm | Expires Wednesday 28 January 2026 at 1:59 pm Casual Launceston or Hobart location About Red Cross Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity. The opportunity In this role, you will provide support within our Migration Support program. You will collaborate to ensure our programs provide dignity and respect, are responsive to identity, culture and diversity, and are informed by the lived experience of vulnerable migrants. Your responsibilities will include coordinating, supervising, training and supporting volunteers and assist with projects. What you will bring Fluency in Farsi/Dari and English An understanding of issues affecting people impacted by migration Experience in working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds Experience in coordinating, managing, training and supporting volunteers Sound project coordination experience Excellent general office administration and records management skills Sound verbal and written communication skills Highly developed organisational and time management skills Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, such as outlook, word and excel Working with vulnerable people check Why work with us? Work for purpose, know that the work you do enables Red Cross to support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. Red Cross respects, values and encourages diversity. We believe that diversity in our people enriches our organisation as well as the impact we have. Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity Financial wellbeing: In addition to your pay, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your pay. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation. Health & Wellbeing: You can tap into specialist advice for nutrition, sleep, resilience and mindfulness, as well as access to guided meditation and other wellbeing programs. Career development: Access to learning, training, and development courses Further information This role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award - Level 3. Hourly rate from $38.65 + casual loading + superannuation + salary packaging. For additional enquiries, please contact Tigist Roba on or via email for a confidential discussion. Applications close 28 January 2026 Please apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the advertisement earlier While we appreciate all interest in our organisation, we won’t engage with or accept candidates from agencies or consulting firms on this occasion. Job reference 13223 Red Cross strives to create a safe and inclusive culture with wellbeing at its centre. We embrace diversity and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with diverse lived experiences, abilities, genders, ethnicities, ages, and sexual orientations. We are a child safe organisation with zero tolerance of any harm to children. Our vision is to be trusted as the leading humanitarian organisation making a genuine difference in the lives of people and communities. Thank you for considering a career at Red Cross. We also have great opportunities to volunteer. Click here to find out more. #J-18808-Ljbffr