At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to deliver impactful community services and support those experiencing homelessness.
- Company: Join Mission Australia, a national charity dedicated to helping Australians thrive.
- Benefits: Enjoy a rewarding career with salary packaging, discounts, and counselling support.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in team leadership and knowledge of the homelessness sector required.
The predicted salary is between 118063 - 118063 $ per year.
Make a meaningful difference! Permanent Full-time opportunity | Bega, NSW $118,063 + Super + NFP Benefits Life at Mission Australia
When you join Mission Australia, you become part of a community committed to ending homelessness and helping Australians in need thrive.
United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand alongside people for as long as they need us.
This is an opportunity to bring your leadership experience, passion for community services and commitment to positive social outcomes to an organisation where your work can make a genuine difference.
Find out more about us and our purpose.
Your opportunity
We are looking for an experienced and passionate leader to manage a small team and drive the effective delivery of services in Bega and Cooma.
Reporting to the Area Manager, you will lead your team to deliver high-quality services while building strong relationships with key stakeholders across the local community.
This is a rewarding opportunity to combine people leadership, service delivery and community engagement while contributing to better outcomes for people experiencing homelessness.
Your key responsibilities will be to
- Lead and support the local team to successfully deliver program requirements, including quality frameworks, program targets, compliance obligations and KPIs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders while contributing specialist advice and support to Mission Australia projects, programs and activities.
- Provide effective and supportive team leadership, including staff training, performance management and recruitment, while ensuring operations comply with the Enterprise Agreement or relevant Award.
- Prepare accurate service reports for the Area Manager and contribute to budget development and management as required.
Requirements for success
- Demonstrated experience leading a team within a complex service-delivery environment.
- A relevant degree with experience, or an associate diploma with substantial relevant experience.
- Strong knowledge and practical experience working within the homelessness sector.
- Experience in budget and financial management.
- A genuine commitment to achieving positive community and social outcomes.
- Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders.
Before commencing with us, you will be required to complete a national police history check, qualification and referee checks, and hold the relevant clearance to work with children and/or vulnerable people.
Our culture
At Mission Australia, you'll be part of an innovative and inclusive culture where your contribution is valued and your work helps make a meaningful difference in the lives of Australians in need.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of our people and the people we serve.
We recognise, value and respect diversity.
Whoever you are, if you have the skills and actively support our purpose and values, you are welcome at Mission Australia.
Find out more about a career with Mission Australia.
Your benefits
Rewarding and purposeful work where you can see the difference you are making.
- Not-for-profit salary packaging, which may help reduce your taxable income through Access Pay.
- Generous discounts with health insurers and major retailers.
- Free external and confidential counselling, plus access to chaplaincy support.
- About Mission Australia
Mission Australia is a national Christian charity motivated by a shared vision of an Australia where everyone has a safe home and can thrive.
Since 1859, we've been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope that has lasting impact.
Backed by our supporters, churches, partners, and funders, we work together for the long-term wellbeing of anyone who needs us, reflecting our values of respect, compassion, integrity, perseverance and celebration.
We collaborate with people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage to tackle the root causes of their challenges through providing access to safe, affordable homes and innovative, evidence-based support services.
Every day we deliver homelessness crisis and prevention services, provide social and affordable housing, assist struggling families and children, address mental health issues, fight substance dependencies, support people with disability and much more.
Mission Australia believes a person's circumstances shouldn't define their future and that given the right support, everyone can reach their full potential.
That's why we stand together with Australians in need, until they can stand for themselves.
Learn more about Mission Australia and our purpose.
Program Manager in Bega employer: MA MISSION AUSTRALIA
At Mission Australia, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community. Our inclusive work culture fosters personal and professional growth, offering not-for-profit salary packaging, additional leave options, and access to counselling support. Located in vibrant Sydney, our team is united by a shared purpose to end homelessness and empower individuals, making every day at work rewarding and fulfilling.
