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We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

Bellarine Salvos operate throughout the entire peninsula offering holistic (body, mind and spirit) care to everyone in need. We offer this care wherever life happens, and we'll come to you as we seek to live out the love and mission of Jesus Christ.
Currently we offer second hand clothing, household goods and furniture at our Salvo Op Shops in Ocean Grove and Leopold, and through our Salvo Op Shop Bus Tours. We also deliver food parcels upon request to anyone in need.

THE ROLE

We are currently seeking a values-driven and proactive Assistant Thrift Shop Manager to assist the Thrift Shop Manager to lead and develop the store to maximise profits and strengthen links between the two current Thrift Shops, Community Support Services and the wider community and Corps. This position is also instrumental in the recruitment and training of volunteers and overseeing online sales.
Reporting to the Corps Officers this position is located at our Ocean Grove Thrift Shop.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family members
• Corporate Private Health Insurance rates
• Supportive and encouraging organisation

HOURS AND SALARY

This is a part time position, 14 hours per week fixed term for 6 months.

Salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Retail Industry Award Level 4

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL HAVE

• Experience in team management is essential
• Retail management experience is highly desirable
• Experience working with volunteers preferred
• Basic working knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Certificate in Retail Operations / Diploma of Business is desirable
• Certificate level qualification in Retail Management desirable
• Current Working with Children Check
• A current VIC Drivers Licence
• Be able to provide proof of Eligibility to Work in Australia

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children and young people, and protecting them from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all other roles require a mandatory National Police Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.