Youth & Young Adults Secretary

Number of Positions Available:

1

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- 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.
We are currently seeking a values-driven Youth and Youth Adults Secretary to be responsible for strengthening current, emerging and future ministry practice in youth and young adult ministry within an assigned region. The role is part of a collection of teams that support an intergenerational focus and work together collaboratively to provide strategic and tactical support to mission.

This is a max-term, full-time role for 2 years located in Perth.

You will successfully
- Support the implementation of the National Youth & Young Adults agenda which focuses on increasing leadership capacity through coaching and training
- Outwork an event strategy that models best practice, is valuable to frontline ministries and engages young people
- Develop and support regional teams of youth ministry workers, with a focus on coaching and development
- Engage with Area Officers and frontline leaders to support local youth and young adults ministries
- Collaborate with community services managers to ensure the Salvation Army is adequately meeting the needs of people connected with all Salvation Army mission expressions
- Ensure frontline services are supported including by facilitating ministry initiatives and promoting appropriate ministry opportunities within youth and young adults stream

You will have
- Relevant qualification in youth and young adults ministry or equivalent experience
- Knowledge and experience in youth and young adults ministry including in pastoral care
- Comprehensive understanding of The Salvation Army Culture
- Active involvement in church ministries with the Salvation Army- A Working with Children Check is required- A willingness to undergo a National Police Check

What we offer
- As a registered not for profit organisation you may be eligible for generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
- Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- 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._
- The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure _
- to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community_
- and works in areas covered by Public Health Orders requiring vaccination. _
- We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_