Operations Manager

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Why this role matters
Ringwood Corps is a community-focused church, partnering with the wider community to help transform one life at a time with the love of Jesus. This is achieved through Sunday Worship Services, Community Support and Emergency Relief, Thrift Shop engagement, Mainly Music and Youth programs and much more!

About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager to provide operational management and oversight of all business, finance, property, and administration functions at Ringwood Corps.

This position involves effective communication and collaboration with all Staff, Corps leaders, members of the Corps, Volunteers, as well as direct line management of the Ministry Assistant Communications.

Responsibilities include

• Provide effective leadership and management to direct reports
• Regularly review and present reports to Corps Officers and other key leaders
• Manage the volunteer management coordination of the Corps on Workday and liaise with the appropriate Ministry Stream Leaders
• Oversee the Corps property function including WHS compliance, SolvSafety incident reporting and equipment audits
• Oversee Corps financial function
• Support, plan & organise logistics, operations and admin support for the successful running of fundraising events
• Assist Thrift Shop Manager with admin tasks if required

This is a permanent full time position, based in Ringwood, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Clerks Private Sector Award Level 5.

You will have

• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in use of software application packages including word processing, desktop publishing, spreadsheets, databases, communications and record management
• Certificate in Business Administration (desirable)
• At least 2 years' experience in administration
• Post-secondary qualifications highly regarded
• Previous church or not-for-profit management experience (highly regarded)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong people management skills: volunteer management experience (highly regarded)
• Actively supports and works within the mission, vision and values of Ringwood Corps and The Salvation Army
• A current VIC Driver's Licence

What we offer

• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
• 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

Enquiries only (apply via the APPLY button)
For more information of the role and a copy of the position description please contact: Bram Cassidy at ************@salvationarmy.org.au

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.