Job Description
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference.
We are a church in the heart of Warrnambool, sharing the love of Jesus by caring for people, creating faith pathways, building healthy communities, and working for justice. The Salvos offer hope, purpose, and fulfillment for anyone seeking connection, guidance, social support and community.
This role offers an opportunity to support our Mission Objectives in Community Connection opportunities, volunteer coordination and support of Corps activities and initiatives. Reporting to the Corps Officers – Warrnambool Corps, this part-time role offers 22.8 hours is fixed term contracted until November 2026, located in Warrnambool, VIC.
The successful candidate will be responsible for building strong relationships with community members, agencies and businesses to increase engagement with The Salvation Army Warrnambool and support its programs and services. This includes coordinating key community initiatives including food distribution, Christmas Cheer, breakfast activities, referrals, events and fundraising such as the Red Shield Appeal.
The role also involves recruiting, training and supporting volunteers, managing rosters, performance and resources to ensure effective service delivery. Additionally, the successful candidate will use data and local insights to identify community needs and develop programs in partnership with local organisations, businesses and councils.
Foster a person-centred and empowering culture, promoting ownership, inclusion and effective organisation of time, priorities and volunteer supervision.
Key Accountabilities include:
* Developing, running and facilitating community-based activities.
* Community engagement on behalf of a faith-based institution or not-for-profit organisation.
* Asset-based community development.
* Managing and supporting volunteers or employees, including addressing accountability and performance matters, prioritising tasks, managing time effectively and using digital tools and social media confidently.
Qualifications and Skills: A relevant tertiary qualification at degree level with experience; or diploma level with substantial experience in community engagement; or less formal qualifications with specialised skills sufficient to perform at this level.
Benefits:
* Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
* Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
* Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
* Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable social impacts.
Conditions:
Compensation is in accordance with SCHADS Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award Level 2.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
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.
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