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Form of workAre you passionate about your community?
About the role
We are seeking a dedicated Community Engagement Ministry Worker! You will work as a part of the Merri-bek City Salvos Team to oversee all current and new community ministries, to develop, facilitate and deliver quality strengths-based community programs.
Responsibilities include
- Responsible for existing community ministries and activities
- Lead a team of Community Engagement volunteers, including management and administrative responsibilities and spiritual leadership
- Coordinates and facilitates community partnership meetings with internal and external community partners
- Provide leadership assistance i fundraising events including, but not limited to, Red Shield Appeal and Christmas Cheer
- Assist with general correspondence and office enquiries regarding Community, community partnerships etc
- Supports Pastoral Ministry of Merri-bek City Salvos
This is a permanent full-time position, based in Coburg North and Brunswick, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 2 Award.
What you will have
- Minimum Diploma in either Community services or Chaplaincy (desirable)
- Leadership experience in a local church either as a volunteer or staff member
- Experience in Community Engagement on behalf of a religious institution or not-for-profit organisation (desirable)
- Demonstrated experience developing and running community-based activities
- Demonstrated ability to provide high level of customer service
- Demonstrated ability to understand and communicate with community partners and community members
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team of volunteers
Benefits working at The Salvation Army
- We offer our eligible employees NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
- Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
- Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
- Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
- Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team members
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today!
About Us
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
How to Apply
If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
