AddressAt the Salvation Army Employment Plus (EPlus), we've worked with over 200,000 businesses across Australia and seen well over half a million Australians successfully placed in employment. We don't ever see a job, as just a job. We see a job as an opportunity for a better, more secure, more stable and empowered life.
About the opportunity
We are looking for a talented leader with proven ability to deliver Disability Employment Services across multiple states to the highest standard. The National Manager - DES will lead a team of experienced and highly dedicated DES practitioners and be responsible for all aspects of the DES program within Employment Plus. Reporting to the General Manager, the role requires you to balance achievement of short/medium term results and service enhancements alongside ongoing long-term development of the service, at all times prioritising a quality participant centric service which lives up to the missional objectives of The Salvation Army.
This position can be based in Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Providing strategic and operational leadership to the DES program across multiple Employment Service Areas.
- Maintaining and further building on an excellent team culture - leading a cohesive team of Program Managers, Team Leaders, Performance Coach, Recruiters, PPS & Job Coaches to deliver an outstanding service to our stakeholders whilst building their own skills and career satisfaction.
- Collaborating with other Employment Plus, TSA and external stakeholders in a professional and effective manner.
- Ensuring outstanding service delivery as measured by participant feedback and DSS performance, quality and other data.
- Providing specialised policy advice and analysis in relation to DES specific issues, innovations, opportunities, etc.
- Contribute to business and strategic planning and prepare regular reports and analysis for the executive.
About you
- Demonstrated experience in a senior management, employment services role including a strong understanding of the DES program and related fields.
- Proven experience in managing high performing teams to deliver organisational and program objectives.
- Track record in successfully leading geographically dispersed teams.
- Strong relationship management and high-level influencing skills.
- Strong communication skills and an ability to express ideas, opinions, and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
- Experience with tenders and leading teams through periods of significant change.
- High integrity and a commitment to contribute to helping The Salvation Army support those who access our services.
- Tertiary education in management, community services or employment services is desirable but not essential.
In return, we offer
- Attractive remuneration & NFP salary packaging benefits
- Great work-life balance with an opportunity for a 9-day fortnight or an accrued day off every 4 weeks
- Discounted fitness memberships, health insurance, retail discounts and more
- Attractive leave benefits with access to purchase leave, 12 weeks paid Parental Leave and up to 5 days paid leave per year to support the Salvos
- Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives, fostering a supportive and inclusive approach to your overall wellbeing
- Long-term employment opportunities within the EPlus & wider Salvos networks
- Comprehensive and supportive on the job training
If the above sounds like you, apply today and complete the online application including a cover letter addressing the above requirements.
At Employment Plus, we value diversity and strive for inclusivity in our recruitment process. If you are a person with a disability and require an adjustment, such as alternative application methods, or if you have a general enquiry about a role, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at ***************@salvationarmy.org.au. Please specify the job title and location in the subject line.
A current Working with Children Check or relevant state equivalent is a mandatory requirement for this position. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a police check, it is not mandatory to have a clear criminal history.
Employment Plus is an equal employment opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage and candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds. We provide an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of our people. Employment Plus is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children and young people and protecting them from harm.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
