Start your career with The Salvation Army today! 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 the Role:

Our Internal Communications team have an outstanding permanent part time (15.2 hours per week) opportunity for a Journalist /Publications Writer to join their Blackburn, Melbourne team.

Reporting to the Publications Manager the successful candidate will have the opportunity to research and write content for The Salvation Army's (TSA) faith based magazines, reports and online channels as well as editing and proofreading.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gather news worthy stories for inclusion in TSA publications, reports, online and social media channels
• Prepare all components for stories (eg. research ideas, interviews, fact checking, writing) for the magazines and associated online channels
• Secure release forms for all subjects interviewed, photographed, filmed in support of content published
• Attend events for reporting and information gathering for stories as required
• Proofreading duties as part of the proofreading process

About you:

• Tertiary qualifications in media/communications (Bachelor of Arts or Communications and/or equivalent industry experience)
• 3 years' experience as a journalist or similar
• Insight and understanding of TSA's procedures and operations is an advantage
• Exposure to the print process

Why work for us:

• Eligible employees can access NFP salary packaging
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity for career development
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Internationally renowned not-for-profit organisation
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Rare opportunity to work with passionate, like-minded people who enjoy being a part of an organisation that makes a difference within the Australian community

How to Apply:

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 apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

About Us:

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and 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.

The Salvation Army is subject to public health orders. You may be required to provide evidence of vaccine status dependent on requirements.

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 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 National Police Check.

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