We are seeking a School Engagement Program Leader – NSW/ACT, Location – THQ Redfern, for a Full Time -Permanent opportunity.
Purpose of the Role
The purpose of this role is to spark meaningful connections between school communities and the heart of The Salvation Army's mission, inspiring students to step into social justice, compassion, and community impact. As the School Engagement Program Leader, you'll champion experiences that empower students to understand real‐world issues and take action in their schools and beyond. Based in Redfern and responsible for the NSW/ACT Division, the role primarily delivers programs across Sydney, with occasional travel to support broader engagement. At its core, this role exists to build ongoing partnerships with schools, foster a generation of changemakers, and invite school communities to be involved in our efforts to make a difference and transform lives across Australia.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Relationship Management
Grow the profile of the Schools Program by networking with the education sector seeking recent opportunities
Promote the work of The Salvation Army and opportunities for engaging with students and teachers
Cultivation and management of key high-level school relationships
Develop and maintain relationships with key internal stakeholders, including Area Officers, Corps Officers and Social Program Managers
Collaborate with the National Schools Engagement Team on resource and program development, active attendance in meetings, integrating national objectives into divisional activities and contribution to the annual Schools Engagement Review
Program Coordination
Coordinate and deliver all components of the school workshops, including face-to-face education, administration, safeguarding/WHS and evaluation
Lead, encourage and support school activation activities
Seek and support school engagement in key fundraising and gifts in‐kind campaigns
Efficient and effective reporting on engagement
Ensure,



clear and effective communication with school contacts to ensure smooth program operations and ongoing relationships
Implement evaluation practices in line with the direction of the national schools engagement team
Support Communications Portfolio
Actively recruit schools and students to participate in fundraising, including Red Shield Appeal, and Christmas Appeal activities and events; and keep records
Actively support with campaign events, including event coordination and attendance
Participate in wider External Comms activities and campaigns to help achieve goals as required
Safety compliance
Ensure all working with children requirements are met including training and checks are always up to date
Complete a risk assessment for all programs involving children that are led by the Queensland schools engagement
Ensure all WHS requirements are adhered to regardless of primary responsibility
Education and Qualifications Required
Soft Skills
Strong relationship and stakeholder management skills
Builds rapports easily and effectively with a wide audience, including leadership and youth
High level communication skills, both in written correspondence and verbally, including in forums of public speaking
Excellent risk management capacity and strong child‐safety orientation
Technical Skills
Knowledge of and experience in the education sector
Education program delivery experience
Sound project management skills including the ability to manage long term projects
Strong knowledge of social justice issues
High level of competency in computer skills with Microsoft Office including Word, Spreadsheets (Excel), Power Point and Internet
Requirements of the role




Tertiary qualification in education/communications/community development/youth work/social work or equivalent skills gained from relevant experience.
Current driver's license
Current and valid Working with Children Check
Criminal History check (police check)
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.
Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement
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.
Child Safe Organisation Statement
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.
Core Values Statement
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
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📌 Schools Engagement Program Leader (New South Wales)
🏢 The Salvation Army Australia
📍 New South Wales