Ministry Team Leader

Are you passionate about supporting your community?
About the role
We are seeking a dedicated Ministry Team Leader! You will be responsible to facilitate The Salvation Army Mission and local area mission plans in the Glenorchy area.
Responsibilities include

• Facilitate and coordinate small groups where faith issues can be explored
• Work closely with other mission expressions and enterprise leaders to create Christian faith pathways for people who connect through other mission expressions and enterprises
• Lead a disciple and leadership-making culture, providing opportunity for people to volunteer/serve in line with their gifts and abilities
• Actively lead and inspire team in relation to the vision, mission, and values of TSA both internally and externally
• Respond to pastoral and spiritual needs of the community in line with TSA values and mission

This is a fixed-term part-time position, 24 hours per week, 3 days per week, contracted for 12 months, based in Glenorchy, TAS.
You will have

• Diploma of Theology, Ministry, or significant demonstrated equivalent relevant experience, knowledge and skills
• Strong commitment to the Christian faith and mission of The Salvation Army
• Ability to disciple an individual on the journey to and with Jesus, offer pastoral assistance and prayer
• Self-motivated and demonstrates a high level of initiative
• Sound communication skills to interact positively with a variety of people
• Demonstrated community engagement experience in a non-for-profit sector
• Demonstrated understanding of The Salvation Army
• Demonstrated ability to work with volunteers
• A Current and Valid Driver's Licence
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to offer holistic support across a number of life domains

Benefits of working at The Salvation Army

• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
• 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.