About the Role
The STAGES Pilot is a strategic initiative focused on strengthening The Salvation Army's intercultural mission across Australia. Working alongside faith communities, the program supports the development and adoption of practices that foster greater cultural diversity, inclusion, and belonging. As the Intercultural Mission Development Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the STAGES Pilot. You will coordinate engagement activities, support data collection and reporting, and contribute to the successful implementation of the program.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the day-to-day delivery of the STAGES pilot across participating corps and communities, ensuring activities are delivered on time and aligned to project objectives.
- Support evaluation and reporting activities, including data collection, participant feedback processes, and collaboration with evaluation partners.
- Coordinate training, coaching, and participant engagement activities, managing logistics, communications, and stakeholder liaison.
- Contribute to the development, testing, refinement, and documentation of intercultural resources, tools, and frameworks based on pilot learnings.
- Support post-pilot implementation planning, including continuous improvement initiatives, resource development, and preparation for broader program rollout.
Requirements
- Degree or certification in community engagement/development, social work, theology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience working respectfully and collaboratively with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, with excellent cross-cultural communication, empathy, and cultural competency.
- Good understanding of Christian theology, pastoral sensitivity, and the ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and faith traditions.
- Employee Working with Children Check QLD
- Mandatory National Police Check.
- Valid Driver Licence (desirable).
Location
- Australia
Work Type
- Fully remote
- 12-month maximum-term contract
- 22.8 hours per week
Education Level
- Degree or certification in community engagement/development, social work, theology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Salary/Compensations
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
- Compensation is in accordance with Clerks Level 5
Benefits
- Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers
- Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks)
- 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
- Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
- Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.
About the Company
- 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.
Equal Opportunity
- 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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
- We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration
