Drive for Life Volunteer Administrator

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- 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.
We are seeking a values-driven and pro-active Drive for Life Volunteer Administrator for The Salvation Army.

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army Youth Services offer an integrated suite of programs engaging with young people across Australia. Our services create intentional avenues for young people to explore opportunities, build support networks, and access, participate and contribute to their communities. Youth services provide a diverse range of programs which include housing and homelessness, driver training, education, employment, and training, AOD support, social and community activities, specialist therapeutic responses and youth justice programs.

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven and pro-active Drive for Life Volunteer Administrator for The Salvation Army. This position will support the delivery of Drive for Life by focusing on the implementation of our volunteer recruitment and retention strategy, including engaging local community, driving volunteer recruitment and supporting volunteer induction and training. This role will give volunteers an opportunity to continue to develop skills and build experience in administration, use of systems and software, reporting and some volunteer engagement activities.

You will successfully
- Drive volunteer recruitment through building and maintaining stakeholder relationships
- Acquire and maintain a good working knowledge of volunteer referral pathways within service delivery regions
- Screen volunteer enquires and manage website and social media
- Liaise with program coordinator to arrange volunteer interviews
- Support new volunteers to complete their onboarding
- Organise and support volunteer induction and training
- Work collaboratively and professionally with other services
- Perform administration and clerical functions for Drive for Life as required

This is a maximum fixed term, part-time position for 12 months, based in Stafford, QLD. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 3.

You will have
- Qualification in a relevant field or significant demonstrated equivalent relevant experience, knowledge, and skills
- A strong team focus with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels and build relationships with people of all backgrounds
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in Community Services and Business Administration
- Experience with volunteer management or recruitment
- Confident use of technology
- Able to interact positively with young people, parents, volunteers, and co-workers
- Able to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
- Current Blue Card/WWCC
- Current Driver's Licence
- We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure._

What we offer
- Flexible working conditions
- (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

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Position Description request: R29213 Drive for Life Volunteer Administrator- The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. _
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- 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 are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. _
- Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure._
- We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, a