Project Coordinator – International Development

Hybrid/Flexible Location | Full time | SCHADS 4

Number of Positions Available: 1

About The Role

As Project Coordinator, you will oversee community development projects throughout the full project lifecycle, ensuring they are effectively designed, implemented, monitored and evaluated in line with SAID's Strategic Action Plan, Theory of Change, donor requirements and international development best practice. You will work closely with international partners and internal stakeholders to support high‑quality project delivery, strengthen organisational effectiveness and contribute to meaningful, sustainable impact.

Responsibilities

- Coordinate international community development projects from design through to evaluation.
- Support partners to deliver high‑quality, sustainable projects that meet SAID strategy, donor requirements and international development best practice.
- Monitor project progress, budgets, risks and compliance, including DFAT‑funded grants and safeguarding obligations.
- Prepare project reports, recommendations and submissions for governance and donor requirements.
- Maintain accurate project documentation and contribute to monitoring, evaluation and organisational reporting.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with international partners, The Salvation Army stakeholders and external agencies.
- Collaborate across internal teams to support project delivery, communications and organisational effectiveness.
- Represent SAID at meetings, workshops and sector events as required.

What You Will Bring

- A degree in International Development,



Social Sciences, Program Management or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- At least three years’ experience working or volunteering in international development.
- Knowledge of the ACFID Code of Conduct, DFAT accreditation standards and principles of locally led development.
- Experience working collaboratively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent written, verbal and cross‑cultural communication skills, including report writing.
- Strong planning, analytical, organisational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Requirements

- Hold (or obtain) a Working with Children Check (or equivalent).
- Complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
- Complete all mandatory training, including safeguarding, Code of Conduct and ACFID PSEAH training.
- Comply with The Salvation Army's Safety and Wellbeing of Children and Young People Framework and Quality Management Framework.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of The Salvation Army.
- Be willing and able to travel for up to 30 days per year, including international, interstate and intrastate travel,



and occasionally work outside standard business hours.

What We Offer

- NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
- Flexible working conditions
- Health, fitness and financial discounts / perks
- 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 with positive social and sustainable outcomes
- Employee Assistance Programme – independent confidential counselling service
- Opportunity for career development
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- Positive impact on the lives of others through your career contribution

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 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.

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📌 Project Coordinator (Whitehorse City)
🏢 The Salvation Army Australia
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