Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Divisional Engagement Coordinator

About the role

This role sits within the national Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Ministry Team and serves as a key contact point for divisional NSW engagement. The successful candidate will provide cultural insight, support, and guidance to build cultural capability and advance reconciliation across The Salvation Army's mission expressions.

The position supports the implementation of the National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Cultural Capability & Competency Framework and Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), while also contributing to broader cultural initiatives and strengthening Christian faith pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This is a full-time, maximum term role until October 2026, located in Redfern, NSW.
 

This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates only as The Salvation Army considers being an Aboriginal and a Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for the position under section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).  

How you will make an impact

• Work collaboratively with mission expressions, in particular Corps (churches) to enhance and strengthen TSA faith pathways for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples

• Attend divisional support stream meetings to contribute to cultural capability planning

• Contribute to, source, and/or develop Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander resources and training

• Lead and/or support Yarning or Learning Circles to strengthen cultural capability and reconciliation

• Support divisional RAP leads in implementing RAP deliverables

• Develop strategies and timeframes to communicate the Cultural Capability Framework at a state/territory level

• Represent TSA at strategic forums and build strong internal and external relationships

• Engage with national initiatives to improve culturally respectful service delivery

• Stay informed on relevant national and state policies, research, and best practices

• Perform other duties as required

What you will bring

• Demonstrated ability to work independently

• Proven experience engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities, and service providers

• Strong understanding of contemporary issues affecting First Nations peoples

• Experience addressing complex cultural issues with appropriate solutions

• Skilled in facilitating group sessions with diverse stakeholders

• Experience in Christian ministry is advantageous

• Must be of Aboriginal Australian and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and identify as such

• National police record check required

• Current Working with Children check

• Valid driver’s licence

• Completion of mandatory Code of Conduct, WHS, and Bullying & Harassment training modules

How to apply

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and help us build a culturally capable and reconciled Australia.

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