Ministry Assistant

Number of Positions Available:

1
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- 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 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.
Why this role matters

Northside Manly Salvos 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 Gathering and community support such as Manly Soup Kitchen, small groups, discipleship, pastoral care, chaplaincy and food pantry.

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Ministry Assistant to support the Mission Leader to develop and facilitate ministry activities in an integrated setting at The Northside Manly Salvation Army Corps & Community Centre.

Reporting to the Mission Leader, this is a permanent part-time (24 hours per week) position based in Manly, NSW. Salary and conditions are in accordance with Hay Level 12.

You will successfully- Support the Mission Leader with planning programs and activities to meet local mission delivery goals.- Deliver the Christian gospel in a clear and compelling way to a diverse community with varying literacy levels and communication styles.- Make meaningful connections with community members and where appropriate engage in faith discussions.- Provide pastoral assistance and offer opportunities for prayer support.- Assist in coordinating community engagement programs such as FEAST (Community Meal once per month).- Supervise Community kitchen and dining room.- Monitor programs to ensure they operate within agreed budgets and desired outcomes.- Ensure volunteers are managed in line with TSA policy and procedures.- Undertake volunteer recruitment activities and manage volunteer onboarding tasks.- Collaborate with internal/ external stakeholders,to expand available resources and services to meet identified community needs.- Identify funding opportunities and manage partnerships to ensure viability and sustainability.- Assist in implementing the local Red Shield Appeal campaign for the area, and other fundraising activities.

You will have- Enrolled and be an active Solider of the Salvation Army (preferred ).- A current and valid NSW Working with Children Check.- A current NSW Drivers licence (if required).- A commitment to the Christian faith and mission of The Salvation Army.- The ability to offer pastoral assistance, to offer prayer and to explain the Christian Gospel.- Experience in a Ministry position (desirable).- Capacity to facilitate groups and one to one with a particular focus e.g. faith-based groups- Experience running programs and activities in a community setting.
- What we offer
- As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;- Flexible working conditions-
- Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits-
- Paid parental leave - 12 weeks-
- Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme-
- Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity-
- Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes-
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;-
- Opportunity for career development;-
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members-
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution.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.
- 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_