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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, 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.

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army (Salvos) provides a wide range of services that support women and women with children impacted by family and domestic violence. We offer accommodation, counselling, support, behavioural programs, and advice to women and children at risk of, experiencing or escaping family violence. Our services focus on prevention, restoration and healing to provide specialised support to address immediate safety issues and provide advice, referrals, and connection to assist the recovery journey.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic State Manager FDV/Modern Slavery to join our team. This critical leadership role will oversee the operational management of all services within the portfolio, ensuring effective, efficient, and compliant service delivery to those impacted by family and domestic violence. As the State Manager, you will play a vital role in shaping and enhancing the delivery of essential services, building strong teams, and driving the growth and sustainability of the programs.
Reporting to the General Manager, this is a max term (until December 2025), full-time position based in Redfern, NSW. Salary and conditions above SCHADS Award Level 8.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Management: Manage Governance, Risk Management and mitigation, contractual and accreditation requirements.
• Team Leadership: Lead the development of strong, resilient, and qualified teams of social service professionals who are equipped to deliver high-quality services. Foster a positive and collaborative work culture to enhance team performance.
• Funding and Contract Management: Identify and pursue new funding opportunities to support and expand service delivery. Lead contract negotiations with State and Federal governments for new or revised funding agreements, ensuring the long-term sustainability of services.
• Research and Evaluation: Implement national research and evaluation frameworks across the state to assess and measure service outcomes. Stay informed on sector trends and adapt service delivery to meet evolving needs.
• Budget and Resource Management: Prepare and manage budgets for service delivery, ensuring resources are used efficiently and effectively. Monitor financial performance and make adjustments as needed.
• Collaboration and Policy Development: Collaborate with colleagues nationally and across service streams to contribute to national policy development and advocacy efforts. Represent the organization in meetings and forums within the sector.

You will have

• Degree in Social Work or a related field.
• Business degree or equivalent management experience (desirable).
• A current Employee NSW Working with Children Check.
• Significant hands-on experience in social services, including a proven track record in management and leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of family and domestic violence service delivery and sector trends.
• Excellent strategic thinking, decision-making, and leadership abilities.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with experience in managing relationships with key stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt to and lead change within a fast-paced environment.

What we offer

As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;

• ​NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
• Flexible working conditions
• Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits
• Paid parental leave - 12 weeks
• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme 
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to 'volunteer' in a TSA program or activity
• Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;
• Opportunity for career development;
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

How to Apply

If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you.  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 apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. For further details contact Claudia Cummins on 0417 983 373.

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 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.