Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are essential to ensuring our services, workplace, and community impact reflect the values we stand for. This role strengthens inclusive practices, fosters a culture of belonging, and ensures the voices and experiences of people from diverse and historically underrepresented backgrounds are recognised and respected. By driving strategic initiatives, influencing service delivery, and building organisational capability, the role helps create more equitable outcomes for the communities we support, enhances the quality and accessibility of our services, and reinforces The Salvation Army's commitment to serving all people with dignity, fairness, and respect.
As a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Specialist you will play a pivotal role in advancing inclusive and equitable service delivery across The Salvation Army's Social and Community Mission (SCM). Through your specialist expertise, leadership, and advocacy, you will help remove barriers and create meaningful opportunities for people from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds, ensuring our services are accessible, respectful, and responsive to the needs of the communities we serve.
Reporting to the Head of Social and Community Mission, this is a permanent part-time hybrid role, 19 hours per week. We offer flexible location options for this role, with the successful candidate able to be based at either our Territorial Support Office in Blackburn, VIC, or our Territorial Headquarters in Redfern, NSW.
Conditions
Compensation is in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services (SCHADS) Award – Level 7.
How you will make an impact
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Lead the implementation of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, driving the delivery of quality improvement and workforce development priorities across Social and Community Mission
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Embed inclusive practice through the development of resources, specialist guidance, data-informed monitoring, and Communities of Practice that enhance service delivery and workforce capability
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Build and maintain strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and strengthening engagement across the DEI sector
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Support workforce inclusion by developing initiatives that enhance the experience, engagement, and sense of belonging of employees from historically underrepresented groups
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Coordinate and promote participation in key diversity and inclusion events, while advocating for equitable outcomes and continuous improvement across services and programs
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Tertiary degree qualification in Social Work, Welfare, Community Development or related field or
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Demonstrated commensurate level of sector knowledge through previous appointments and professional development
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At least 5 years’ experience in a community services role Demonstrated ability to influence and build strong stakeholder relationships, with experience fostering collaboration, navigating complex discussions, and driving positive outcomes across diverse groups and perspectives
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Proven capability to lead change, innovation, and continuous improvement, with the ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives that strengthen inclusive practices, enhance service delivery, and achieve organisational goals
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A current Employee Working with Children Check
The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:
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Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit
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Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities
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Flexible hybrid working arrangements
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Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
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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)
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Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency
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Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts
If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role. Together we can build a brighter future.
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.
