Number of Positions Available:1Start 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 USThe 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.Are you passionate about your community?About the roleWe 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 includeResponsible for existing community ministries and activitiesLead a team of community engagement volunteers, including management and administrative responsibilities and spiritual leadershipCoordinates and facilitates community partnership meetings with internal and external community partnersProvide leadership assistance i fundraising events including, but not limited to, Red Shield Appeal and Christmas CheerAssist with general correspondence and office enquiries regarding Community, community partnerships etcSupports Pastoral Ministry of Merri-bek City SalvosThis 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 haveMinimum Diploma in either Community services or Chaplaincy (desirable) Leadership experience in a local church either as a volunteer or staff memberExperience in community engagement on behalf of a religious institution or not-for-profit organisation (desirable)Demonstrated experience developing and running community-based activitiesDemonstrated ability to provide high level of customer serviceDemonstrated ability to understand and communicate with community partners and community membersDemonstrated ability to lead a team of volunteersBenefits working at The Salvation ArmyWe offer our eligible employees NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefitsEmployee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling serviceDiscounted health and fitness programs through Fitness PassportUp to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave schemeGenerous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeksUp to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activityAn inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team membersPositively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contributionApplications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today!
