ABOUT 42 DEGREES

42 Degrees seeks to ensure that the rights, needs and strengths of people of diverse SOGIESC* (aka LGBTIQ+) people are addressed in international humanitarian and development programs. 42 Degrees is an Australia-based non-profit organisation established in late 2018. Our work is currently focused on Asia and the Pacific and includes implementation of some projects through agreement with Edge Effect (www.edgeeffect.org). We understand that people are not defined solely by their SOGIESC and may have many other intersecting experiences – for example as women, people with disabilities, as indigenous people, as sex workers, amongst many others – and that we need to engage people as whole people.  

* Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Gender Expression and Sex Characteristics.

 JOIN US?

We’re looking for people who bring energy, creativity and a commitment to facilitating change. But we’re just as concerned about how we work: in solidarity with communities and CSOs, and in partnership with humanitarian and development actors.

 We are looking for people who are comfortable in the dynamic and sometimes unpredictable environment of a relatively new organisation. Positions at 42 Degrees are based on competencies rather than specific projects and tasks.  Team members are encouraged to bring their skills and experience to a range of work. If you enjoy learning, taking on new responsibilities, dreaming up new ideas, and assisting in the development of the organisation we’ll make a good fit for each other. This kind of work can be taxing and we’re open to suggestions about how to care for ourselves and each other.

While 42 Degrees has a base in Melbourne, Australia our work takes place around the world. Our systems are designed to be flexible and to support staff, consultants and volunteers to work anywhere.