Senior Manager - Modern Slavery at Salvation… · Melbourne

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ABOUT US

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.

Why this role matters

At The Salvation Army, we provide comprehensive support to individuals who are at risk of or have experienced human trafficking, slavery, and slavery-like practices. 

Our mission is to deliver person-centred, trauma-informed, and holistic services in a fast-paced service delivery environment to ensure the best outcomes for everyone who connects with us for assistance. 

The Salvation Army Family Violence and Modern Slavery stream is committed to ongoing professional development including engagement in training opportunities, communities of practice and clinical supervision. 

About the role

As Senior Manager – Modern Slavery, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for The Salvation Army's Modern Slavery Services across Australia. You will lead a highly specialised portfolio at the intersection of modern slavery and family, domestic and sexual violence, ensuring services are innovative, evidence-informed and centred on the needs of victim-survivors.

Working collaboratively across government, philanthropy, the community sector and internal stakeholders, you will drive national consistency, strengthen service delivery and position The Salvation Army as a recognised leader in this critical and evolving sector.

Reporting to the General Manager, this is a national leadership role that can be based anywhere in Australia. Leading a small team of specialist direct reports, you will provide strategic oversight of The Salvation Army's Modern Slavery Services, driving service excellence, growth and sector leadership across the country.

Salary is in accordance with SCHADS Award Level 8, plus superannuation and access to salary packaging benefits, with ability to be negotiated with the successful candidate based on experience.

How you will make an impact In this national role, you will:

• Lead the strategic vision and continued growth of Modern Slavery Services across Australia.
• Build and maintain influential relationships with Commonwealth and State Governments, philanthropic organisations and sector partners.
• Represent The Salvation Army as a respected voice through conferences, forums, stakeholder engagement and advocacy.
• Lead the operational management, governance and performance of all Modern Slavery programs nationally.
• Oversee contracts, funding agreements, budgets, risk management and service compliance.
• Identify and secure new funding opportunities that support innovation, sustainability and service growth.
• Lead the development and implementation of national practice frameworks, research and evaluation initiatives.
• Foster high-performing, resilient teams with specialist expertise and lived experience.
• Collaborate across The Salvation Army to influence national policy and advocacy outcomes.

What you will bring

• Degree qualifications in Social Work or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in growing services through expanded contract negotiations
• Extensive leadership experience within Modern Slavery and/or Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence services.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, multi-site service delivery and operational management.
• Strong understanding of the drivers impacts and intersections of modern slavery and family, domestic and sexual violence.
• Proven experience negotiating and managing government contracts and stakeholder relationships.
• Experience representing organisations within government, community or sector bodies.
• Strong financial, governance and risk management capability.
• A relevant Working with Children Check (or the ability to obtain one).
• A qualification in Business or equivalent management experience will be highly regarded.

What we offer

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
• 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.
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
• 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.

How to apply

We strongly encourage applications from people who reflect the lived experiences of the people our services support. We encourage applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and LGBTIQA+ communities and people who have a disability.

If you are ready to shape the future of specialist modern slavery responses across Australia while leading passionate teams committed to justice and human dignity, we encourage 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.

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