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The Salvation Army

Divisional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Coordinator

FULL TIME

September 5, 2024

Number of Positions Available:

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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. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Are you passionate about your community?

The Salvation Army values the knowledge and contribution First Nations people bring and therefore want to work hard to create an inclusive workplace and develop Indigenous careers. Through our Innovate RAP launched in 2020 we have developed a framework that will help us create long-term strategies and define measurable targets around advancing reconciliation internally and in our communities. TSA have now started the journey to develop a new, 3-year Stretch RAP.

The role

We recognise the key to our success is an exceptional Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and therefore we are seeking an outstanding individual to be part of our National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Team.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Divisional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Coordinator. You will be the key contact point in providing cultural insight, support and guidance to the organisation to build their cultural capability and competency at a state and national level.

Responsibilities include

Lead &/or support culturally appropriate activities that support strengthening cultural capability and competency
Work collaboratively with our Corps (churches) to enhance and strengthen faith pathways for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples
Provide support to divisional (state/territory) Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) lead stream/department representatives to achieve RAP deliverables
Develop strategies and time-frames to engage and communicate the Cultural Capability and Competency Framework elements at a state/national level
Engage with national initiatives that refer to training and systems that are required to plan, support, improve and deliver services in a culturally respectful and appropriate manner as identified by your line manager
Keep abreast of national and state issues that impact Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Reporting to the General Manager Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Team, this position is a permanent full-time position, the location is flexible and can be negotiated.

Requirements for the role

This is a First Nations Identified Position - You must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to apply
Experience in a Christian ministry position would be advantageous
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Demonstrated experience engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and service providers
Demonstrated understanding of contemporary issues affecting Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people
Experience dealing with complex and diverse issues for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander communities and methods of providing culturally appropriate solutions
Current Working with Children's/Vulnerable People's Check
Valid Driver’s Licence

We offer employees real and meaningful benefits such as

Both paid and unpaid Ceremonial and Special Leave, includes Sorry Business.
Burra Burra Network –a pastoral care network where regular group and topic-specific yarning circles are hosted to bring an awareness of the support and opportunities available
Message Stick - quarterly newsletter update from the Territorial Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Team
Flexible working conditions
(Offer to eligible employees) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
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

This position is open to people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent only as TSA considers Aboriginal and/or a Torres Strait Islander people are under-represented in this industry as per section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Victoria).

Enquiries only

For further enquiries of the role please contact General Manager - Shirli Congoo at

shirli.congoo@salvationarmy.org.au

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today!

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. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

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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