Community Ministry & Volunteers Coordinator

The Salvation Army Australia; Bega; On-site; AUD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Paid parental leave

Health & wellness initiatives incl.–

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

The Salvation Army Australia in the Bega Valley, NSW, is seeking a Ministry Coordinator to support and grow our mission through pastoral care, faith development and community engagement. This permanent part-time role (22.8 hours) is onsite in the Bega Valley and focuses on building relationships, coordinating volunteers and programs that respond to local needs.

You will lead faith-based activities, deliver practical support, recruit and develop volunteers, and partner with churches and community

Qualifications

• Demonstrated pastoral care capability and a strong Christian faith.
• Self-motivated and demonstrates a high level of initiative.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage positively with a diverse range of people.
• Experience in ministry, community engagement, volunteer coordination or a related field.
• Well-developed team-building skills, with the ability to manage people, navigate challenges and resolve conflict effectively.
• A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check is required.
• A NSW Working with Children Check is required.
• Compulsory training modules are completed and up to date.
• Driver licence.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate pastoral care, Bible studies and faith-based activities that encourage spiritual growth and belonging.
• Deliver practical support, referrals and community programs that respond to local needs and hardship.
• Build strong partnerships with churches, community organisations, Salvos Stores and local stakeholders.
• Recruit, support and develop volunteers, fostering a positive and mission-focused culture and effectively managing people and challenges as they arise.
• Coordinate program administration, communications, reporting and day-to-day operational activities.
• Lead local fundraising initiatives, including acting as the primary contact for the Red Shield Appeal, while supporting risk management and safeguarding, WHS and organisational requirements.

Skills

Pastoral care

Communication skills

Volunteer coordination

Team building

Initiative

Diversity & inclusion awareness

Job description

The Salvation Army Australia in the Bega Valley, NSW, is seeking a Ministry Coordinator to support and grow our mission through pastoral care, faith development and community engagement. This permanent part-time role (22.8 hours) is onsite in the Bega Valley and focuses on building relationships, coordinating volunteers and programs that respond to local needs.

You will lead faith-based activities, deliver practical support, recruit and develop volunteers, and partner with churches and community