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Form of workNumber of Positions Available: 1 Start your career with The Salvation Army today! 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 review our current vacancies.
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.
About the Role We are seeking a Full-Time Content Specialist (Copywriter) at THQ Blackburn, VIC, tasked with providing a truly exceptional, customer-focused service to drive excellence and performance. The Content Specialist (Copywriter) is responsible for activating branded content that ladders up to the holistic organisational brand strategy.
As a member of the Brand team within the wider Brand and Campaigns team, the Content Specialist will work as part of a broader cross-functional team, and ensure a brand lens is applied throughout the creation of compelling long and short copy, to position The Salvation Army (TSA) brand to win hearts and minds, and deliver sustainability, relevance and advocacy through understanding our audiences while delivering creative consistency and brand compliance across all aspects of TSA. Key responsibilities for this role will include: Manage content requirements by working with internal stakeholders in support of the refreshed brand strategy of TSA across internal and external channels Gather, draft, edit and repurpose content to meet the requirements of the Brand team while communicating the refreshed brand expression Collaborate with service and program delivery areas to strategically position their services with a holistic brand approach through compelling copy and brand narrative
Work cross-functionally across wider Brand and Campaigns team to meet the demands placed on the Brand department Ensure all branding activities are developed and executed in accordance with legislation, TSA policy and values and applicable codes of practice Key capabilities: Communicate effectively: Presents with credibility, engage varied audiences and tests levels of understanding Strategic focus: Implements strategy and big picture focus within own area of responsibility Influence others: Uses multiple strategies to give and receive constructive feedback, influence thinking and behaviour of others and gain their support and commitment Displays resilience: Welcomes new challenges and persists in raising and working through challenging and difficult issues and demonstrates leadership in highly pressured and unpredictable situations Innovate and continuously improve: Fosters a culture of learning, innovation and continuous improvement Experience and qualifications required: To be considered for the role, you must have: 5 years’ experience as a copywriter working across a range of channels, contexts and sectors, ideally including experience from a master brand perspective Degree in Communications (or related discipline) Demonstrated understanding and ability developing brand content and engaging, relevant, integrated and campaign creative Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong storytelling ability Not-for-profit industry experience is considered desirable Why work for us?
In return, we offer our employees real and meaningful benefits such as: NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits Flexible working conditions Paid parental leave Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits Employee Assistance Program — Independent confidential counselling service Opportunity for career development An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution 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 people 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 At the Salvos, we believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. And it is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference.
From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. Mission, Vision & Values The Salvation Army is a Christian movement dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus.
We share the love of Jesus by: Caring for people Creating faith pathways Building healthy communities Working for justice When you work with the Salvos, you help make a real difference to the community and the lives of others.
Find more information here. Check out how we’re bringing some more good in the world. Why work with the Salvos?
The Salvation Army offers a range of employment opportunities across the organisation, including those in community programs, aged care, retail, employment services, corporate and other support services. When you choose to work with the Salvos, you choose to believe in doing good that transforms the lives of people and communities facing hardship or crisis. So, if you are passionate about work that has purpose and satisfaction, are keen on delivering social and sustainable outcomes that change lives, we want to hear from you.
Our employees have access to a range of benefits, plus personal development and career diversity opportunities that deliver real and meaningful benefits. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, generous salary packaging opportunities, parental leave, purchase leave schemes and much more. The Salvation Army encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that accepts and recognises every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provide opportunities for all people to achieve their highest potential. Check out our career page to find out more about our recruitment process and what its like to work at the Salvos. We are always on the lookout for individuals keen to help us fulfil mission to support those in need.
Along with contributing their valuable time to a good cause, volunteers bring much-needed vitality and a fresh perspective through their ideas to the range of roles we have on offer. Whatever your skillset, availability, or areas of interest, we are keen to hear from you. Check out our volunteer opportunities here.
