Job description

St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn (Vinnies) has served our local community since 1924. We are a charity-based, not-for-profit organisation offering a ‘hand up’ to people in need. Our work is powered by our people – members, volunteers and employees who live our values of Courage, Respect, Compassion, Advocacy, Integrity, Empathy and Commitment.

The role

As the Senior Manager Quality, Compliance & Partnerships, you will provide strategic and operational oversight across the Special Works portfolio, ensuring programs deliver high-quality, compliant and effective services to people experiencing homelessness, poverty and disadvantage.

Working closely with the Director, Special Works and program coordinators, you will strengthen organisational capability, drive service improvement and foster strategic partnerships to support effective program delivery and positive outcomes across Special Works programs.

In this role, you will:

- Oversee quality assurance, compliance and program performance
- Provide expert advice and guidance to program coordinators
- Promote best practice and continuous improvement across programs
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships and stakeholder relationships
- Oversee key projects, contracts, reporting and operational performance

About you

We are looking for an experienced and proactive professional with a strong understanding of the homelessness and community services sector and a commitment to improving outcomes for people experiencing disadvantage.

You hold tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Community Services, Human Services or a related discipline,



with relevant experience in the community sector. You bring demonstrated knowledge of quality assurance, compliance, accreditation, contract management and performance reporting, alongside an understanding of relevant legislative and funding requirements. You have a sound understanding of homelessness, poverty and complex social issues, supported by strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills. You are adaptable, highly organised and committed to the Society’s Mission and Values.

Requirements

- Current working rights in Australia
- Current unrestricted driver's licence
- Willingness to undergo a National Police Check
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration

What We Offer

- Permanent, full-time position based at our Yarralumla office with free onsite parking
- Enterprise Agreement Classification Level 8 – $68.49 per hour, plus 15% superannuation
- Generous salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 per FBT year, plus an additional Meals and Entertainment package of up to $2,650 per FBT year
- Ongoing professional growth and leadership development within a supportive and creative workplace
- Additional leave entitlements to support your personal work-life balance




- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing confidential support for your health and wellbeing

More information

To understand this role in more detail, please contact Mat Flynn, Director, Special Works via [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Manager Quality, Compliance & Partnerships enquiry via Ethical Jobs or 0429 236 205 (during business hours).

For general recruitment enquiries, contact our team via [email protected]

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

The position description can be downloaded here.

Please note shortlisted applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date.

Safeguarding Commitment: In its work, Vinnies Canberra Goulburn is committed to the safeguarding and protecting of children and vulnerable people. We work to prevent all forms of abuse and protect children, young people, and vulnerable adults, making sure they are treated with dignity and care. Our full safeguarding commitment statement is available Safeguarding | Vinnies

Learn more about the Society’s commitment to keeping children and vulnerable adults safe by watching the SVdP Safeguarding - Guide for Society Personnel video

St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to engaging a diverse workforce. The Society strongly encourages applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

A position description is attached.

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