About this role
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.
Business Operational Support – Darwin City
Full‑time | Permanent | Darwin NT
Use your exceptional organisational skills to support the Northern Territory Family Violence Services.
About the role
As the Business Operations Coordinator, you will provide high‑level administrative support to the Regional Manager and leadership teams of the Northern Territory Family Violence Services. You will oversee the coordination of business operations across these portfolios, ensuring smooth processes and compliance with Salvation Army policies and procedures.
This is a permanent full‑time role based in Darwin City, NT, with some travel required across multiple locations in the Darwin region.
How you will make an impact
- Deliver efficient office administration and professional communication to support NT Family Violence Services.
- Manage finance records, site registers, and compliance processes.
- Coordinate HR, contracts, IT, property, and program expenses.
- Support portfolio reporting, audits, and program submissions.
- Provide line management to business operational support staff.
- Contribute to service development initiatives through research, reporting, and project support.
What you will bring
- Relevant business qualification such as Certificate IV or Diploma in Business Administration (desired).
- Proficiency in IT systems and software, including the MS Office suite.
- Strong organisational, time management, and administrative skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships.
- Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
- Exposure to the Family Violence, NFP, or community services sector will be highly regarded.
- A current NT Driver’s Licence.
About us
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus by caring for people, building healthy communities, creating faith pathways, and working for justice. We value integrity, compassion, respect, diversity, and collaboration. We are committed to reconciliation, equity, and child safety, and we welcome people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions.
What we offer
- NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits.
- Employee Assistance Program – independent, confidential counselling service.
- Financial, retail, and lifestyle discounts and benefits.
- Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport.
- Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme.
- Generous 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.
- The opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through your career contribution.
How to apply
If you are ready to use your organisational skills to make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including a resume and cover letter, outlining your suitability for the role.
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.
Other facts
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services.
Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code.
By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
What you'll do
- The Business Operations Coordinator will provide high-level administrative support to the Regional Manager and leadership teams, overseeing business operations coordination. Responsibilities include managing finance records, compliance processes, and supporting portfolio reporting and audits.
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