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Community Engagement Coordinator

4 weeks ago


Leongatha, Australia The Salvation Army Full time

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 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

South Coast Gippsland 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, and small groups.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Engagement Coordinator. This role will be instrumental in supporting the South Coast Gippsland Corps. The Co-ordinator creates meaningful connections and engagement with local community, building support for the achievement of The Salvation Army mission in alignment with Corps strategy.

Responsibilities include
- Develop and implement a comprehensive community engagement strategy
- Coordinate and facilitate community partnership meetings, groups, and events with internal and external community partners
- Coordinate community activities and in consultation with Corps Officers develop new and innovative community engagement activities as part of the local community engagement strategy
- Manage Thrift Shop managers and community engagement volunteers which includes their recruitment, induction, training, and development activities
- Undertake finance and site related operational tasks relating to the running of the Corps sites and Community Engagement activities
- Coordinate the Positive Lifestyle Program and other courses and collaborate and support Corps Officers with fundraising activities
- Plan budget for regional community engagement activities
- Communicate community engagement activities, information, and events through appropriate channels such as MS Teams, social media, and other collaboration and marketing platforms

This is a permanent part time position 30.4 hours per week (4 days). Travel will be required between Leongatha, Wonthaggi and other services within the region as required. Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award Level 4.

You will have
- Tertiary qualifications in Community Services, Social Work or related field, or equivalent experience
- Demonstrated experience in running community engagement activities and events on behalf of a religious institution or not-for-profit organisation
- Demonstrated leadership abilities in managing staff and in empowering them in their mission work
- A strong customer service focus with the ability to engage with a diverse range of people respectfully and effectively
- Demonstrated ability to understand and communicate with community partners and community members
- Sound administration and computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
- A current VIC Drivers Licence
- Valid VIC Employee Working with Children Check
- Willingness to undergo a national criminal history and work eligibility check

What we offer
- (Maybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
- Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
- Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
- 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

Amanda Hart (Captain) at
- 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. W_
- 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_


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