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 work with us
The Salvation Army Australia (TSA) is a Christian movement deeply committed to sharing the love of Jesus.
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.
Join us in our mission to transform lives and build a better future, one life at a time, with the love of Jesus.
About the role
We are seeking an experience Talent Acquisition Consultant to join our team and lead the recruitment of faith-based, retail and social and community services appointments across the organisation.
Someone who shares our passion for caring for people, creating faith pathways, building healthy communities, and working for justice.
In this unique role, you will play a vital part in strengthening our mission and ministry by identifying and engaging leaders, pastors, chaplains, and other faith-aligned professionals who embody our values and purpose.
Working closely with faith leaders as key stakeholders, you will develop recruitment strategies that attract exceptional candidates committed to making a meaningful difference through service, community engagement, spiritual leadership, and social justice.
Your work will directly contribute to ensuring our organisation remains a vibrant, values-driven community where faith and purpose are at the heart of everything we do.
As a Talent Acquisition Consultant, you will also play a crucial role in shaping the future of our organisation by attracting and securing talent aligned to our mission.
You will collaborate with hiring managers to understand their needs, develop effective recruitment strategies, and ensure a seamless hiring process.
This is a permanent full-time position, 38 hours per week, based in Blackburn.
Salary and conditions of employment equivalent to $84,550 base + Super.
Responsibilities
You will successfully Provide advice and guidance regarding multi Award compensation/conditions, TSA policy, and Workday recruitment processes.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with People & Culture (P&C;) Business Partners and P&C; Managers nationally to ensure the delivery of consistent support.
Multi-task and professionally manage up to 75 requisitions end to end concurrently.
Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements, create job descriptions, and advise on recruitment best practices.
Manage the recruitment process from job posting to candidate selection,



including screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
Work collaboratively and participate in P&C; projects and P&C; initiatives for the maintenance and enhancement of organisation P&C; policies, procedures, and practices.
Act in the capacity of subject matter expert in relation to Workday recruitment processes.
Manage end-to-end process in Workday whilst maintaining Workday Data integrity.
Design and implement recruitment strategies to attract high-caliber mission / faith aligned candidates.
Utilise various channels and techniques to identify and engage potential candidates.
Champion candidate experience.
Ensure a positive and professional experience for all candidates throughout the recruitment journey.
Stay informed about industry trends and talent market conditions to provide insights and recommendations through market research.
Track recruitment metrics and prepare reports to assess the effectiveness of recruitment strategies and identify areas for improvement.
As Talent Acquisition Consultant at the Salvos, you will enjoy:
NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
Financial and lifestyle discounts and benefits
Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave schemeGenerous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team members
Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
Qualifications & Mandatory Requirements
A degree qualification in HR
National Police Check Required Experience
Significant experience in talent acquisition specifically in a large national, faith-based organisation, health or community services setting.
Knowledge of the doctrine and tenets of The Salvation Army, highly regarded
Demonstrate experience with recruitment software and tools, and a strong understanding of social media and other sourcing methods.
Workday, VidCruiter, ServiceNow, Linkedin Recruiter and Seek Talent required
A strong understanding of Microsoft Office Suite programs and capabilities
Sound knowledge of Australian employment legislation
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build solid relationships with candidates and stakeholders.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple recruitment processes simultaneously.
Respectful engagement within a faith-based organisation.
Mission, Vision & Values




The Salvation Army is a Christian movement dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus.
We share the love of Jesus by: Caring for people.
Creating faith pathways.
Building healthy communities.
Working for justice.
When you work with the Salvos, you help make a real difference to the community and the lives of others.
Find more information here.
Check out how we're bringing some more good in the world.
Why work with the Salvos?
The Salvation Army offers a range of employment opportunities across the organisation, including those in community programs, aged care, retail, employment services, corporate and other support services.
When you choose to work with the Salvos, you choose to believe in doing good that transforms the lives of people and communities facing hardship or crisis.
So, if you are passionate about work that has purpose and satisfaction, are keen on delivering social and sustainable outcomes that change lives, we want to hear from you.
Our employees have access to a range of benefits, plus personal development and career diversity opportunities that deliver real and meaningful benefits.
Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, generous salary packaging opportunities, parental leave, purchase leave schemes and much more.
The Salvation Army encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive setting that accepts and recognises every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provide opportunities for all people to achieve their highest potential.
Check out our career page to find out more about our recruitment process and what its like to work at the Salvos.
We are always on the lookout for individuals keen to help us fulfil mission to support those in need.
Along with contributing their valuable time to a good cause, volunteers bring much-needed vitality and a fresh perspective through their ideas to the range of roles we have on offer.
Whatever your skillset, availability, or areas of interest, we are keen to hear from you.
Check out our volunteer opportunities here.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people.
We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status.
We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal 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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📌 Talent Acquisition Consultant (Melbourne)
🏢 The Salvation Army
📍 Melbourne