About The Role
Join to apply for the Creative Arts Ministries Lead role at The Salvation Army Australia.
This exciting role sits within our Worship Arts Team and works through the lens of our Generations & Faith Stream to support and equip frontline mission leaders. Your leadership will enhance the use of creative arts—such as dance, drama, theatre, spoken word, and more—as meaningful tools for worship, discipleship, and community engagement. You will lead and support the development of Creative Arts ministry across The Salvation Army in Australia, resourcing mission expressions to use the arts in ways that are innovative, inclusive, and contextually relevant. Your focus will be to inspire and equip local leaders, champion creativity in worship, and pioneer new approaches that reflect the richness of the arts in faith practice. This is a Max Term 12 months position and could be based anywhere across Australia. Salary is in accordance with Hay Level 15.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the national development of Creative Arts ministries across diverse contexts
- Deliver training and practical support to local mission expressions through both in-person workshops and online platforms
- Facilitate a national Creative Arts Community of Practice to encourage skill development, collaboration, and ongoing innovation
- Pioneer new and engaging ways to use the arts for worship and mission (e.g., Jesus Theatre and other creative expressions)
- Develop creative ministry resources suitable for various gathered worship settings across the movement
- Collaborate across teams within the Mission Support Department to ensure creative ministry resources are inclusive and relevant
- Participate in national initiatives of the Worship Arts Team
- Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders and creative partners
- Domestic travel required to support mission expressions across Australia
What You Will Bring
- Strong leadership and communication skills with a collaborative and relational approach
- Experience in creative arts, theatre, music, or related fields, with a passion for using the arts in worship and mission
- Demonstrated understanding of The Salvation Army’s theological and ministry framework (Desirable)
- Experience working with corps officers, local mission leaders, and faith communities
- Formal qualifications in creative arts, ministry, or related disciplines—or equivalent lived experience
- Strong musicianship is highly regarded
- A personal alignment with the mission and values of The Salvation Army
What We Offer
The Salvation Army offers eligible employees a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:
- Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities
- Flexible working arrangements (remote, hybrid, onsite as applicable)
- Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives including Fitness Passport
- Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on-the-job skills
- Rewarding and fulfilling purpose-driven careers with positive and sustainable impact
How To Apply
Apply via the link with a current CV and a cover letter detailing alignment with the essential requirements of the role. Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity and inclusion. All child-facing roles require a Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check as part of the application process.
Inspire creativity. Empower communities. Lead with purpose.
Additional Information
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Marketing and Sales
Industries: Non-profit Organizations
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