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Work with us at the St Vincent de Paul Society National Council of Australia to make a difference around the country.
Work for our National Council
The St Vincent de Paul Society National Council of Australia represents and guides the Society nationally, enabling and facilitating the state and territory councils to achieve our mission.
The National Council Secretariate team is based in Canberra, ACT and employs skilled professionals across various departments including advocacy, policy, strategy, overseas partnerships, communications and IT.
“It's a privilege to contribute to supporting the Society’s mission to build a fairer, more compassionate Australia for all. Being part of an organisation dedicated to compassion, justice and practical action is rewarding and meaningful, both professionally and personally.” Julie Samaras, National Manager, Media and Communications.
Our commitment to safeguarding
National Council recognises the personal dignity and rights of all people, especially children and vulnerable adults. As part of your employment, you will be required to undergo relevant background checks (e.g. Police and referee checks).
Although not mandatory, it is a preference for employees to have a Working with Vulnerable People card. All employees must follow National Council policies including our Safeguarding of Children and Adults at Risk Policy. All staff are asked to review and sign off on the National Council Code of Conduct.
Our commitment to diversity
National Council encourages and supports an inclusive and diverse workforce. We consider applications regardless of race, sex, gender, age and disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of minority groups and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Current Positions
We’re looking for a National Membership Project Officer to join the St Vincent de Paul Society National Council team and help strengthen our Membership, Mission & Youth work across Australia.
This part-time role (60.8 hours per fortnight) is based with the National Council Secretariate in Deakin West, ACT, with flexible in-office and work-from-home arrangements – also open to remote working for the right candidate.
Working closely with the National Manager – Membership, Mission & Youth, the National Council CEO, Standing Committees, and national networks, you’ll support the delivery of membership-related projects that grow Vincentian life, strengthen governance, and enhance the Society’s mission across our State and Territory Councils.
We’re seeking someone with strong project management, stakeholder engagement and communication skills, who can confidently work across multiple projects and committees, build collaborative relationships, and keep things moving in a high-volume, demand-driven environment. Experience in member-based or mission-driven organisations and an understanding of the Society as a lay Catholic organisation will be highly regarded.
If you’re passionate about shaping a more just and compassionate society, and keen to take the next step in your development at a national level, we’d love to hear from you. Full Position Description here: National Membership Project Officer.
To discuss the role further, please contact Cass Bull, National Manager – Membership, Mission & Youth, via hr@svdp.org.au.
Submissions should include a CV and short cover letter outlining suitability for the role.
The position of Overseas Partnerships Program Administrator supports the Overseas Partnerships Program (OPP) to run efficiently and effectively, in line with good development practice, according to established policy and procedures and meets the needs of our partners overseas. This includes:
- Supporting the Overseas Partnerships Program Director and Facilitator, to administer the ongoing OPP program.
- Supporting local conferences, regional and central councils and state/territory Overseas Partnerships Committees in their overseas development work by maintaining Australia’s OPP databases, preparing remittances and status checks, updating records and preparing reports on Administration activities as required.
A key component of the position is to ensure timely and accurate record keeping and initiating and responding to communications with stakeholders of the program as identified above in professional relationships.
For more details, please see the Position Description.
How to Apply:
Applicants apply via email to hr@svdp.org.au
Applications must include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and CV with 2 current referees.
Applications will be assessed as received until the position is filled.