People & Culture Coordinator

• Great pay and benefits under our Collective Agreement
• Genuine work-life balance, leave work at 5pm every day
• Excellent organisation-wide culture of respect, inclusion and compassion

About the role

The Uniting Church in Australia (Synod of Victoria and Tasmania), has an exciting opportunity available to join our team as the People & Culture Coordinator.

The successful candidate will receive on the job training, development opportunities and ongoing mentoring/coaching.

In this role, you will support the organisation by providing a range of Human Resources services, administration and support.

As part of the small and supportive People & Culture team, you will ensure accurate and timely administration of employment contracting, compliance training and record keeping. Using your knowledge of modern awards and legislation, you will also provide general information and advice to UCA staff.

The People & Culture Coordinator has the opportunity to work in the areas of employee performance, recruitment and induction, staff engagement/recognition, conflict resolution, internal training, and a range of People & Culture programs.

This is a 12 month parental leave cover.

For a more detailed description of the responsibilities of the role, please see the position description (click on 'Open' below).

About you (Key Selection Criteria)

To secure this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources and/or a related field.
• At least 2 years’ experience in Human Resources role would be an advantage.
• Working knowledge of Micropay (payroll system), HRIS, SharePoint (web content management) would be an advantage, but not essential.
• Experience within the not-for-profit sector is desirable.

Applications close: 9 November 2021

To apply click the ‘Apply Now’ button below.

Alternatively, email your application to Megan.Wallace@victas.uca.org.au.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

About us

The Uniting Church in Australia is the third largest church in Australia, and a leading presence in the not-for-profit sector. The UCA is deeply committed to faith, justice and the community, and is one of the largest national providers of community services outside of Government.

We are a vibrant, people-focused team that recognises the talent and dedication of our employees. As an employer, UCA values justice, inclusion, compassion, shared leadership, respect, integrity, wise stewardship and innovation.

We offer a professional and friendly work environment with great staff benefits.

UCA is an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and equal opportunity in employment. We welcome applications from all candidates from culturally diverse backgrounds, First peoples and all others regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability and sexual orientation.

UCA is committed to providing a safe environment for all including children. Successful candidates are required to undergo a National Criminal History Check and sign a Keeping Children Safe Code of Conduct. Successful candidates may also require a Working with Children Check.

Lay Staff Collective Employment Agreement

https://www.fwc.gov.au/documents/documents/agreements/fwa/ae502568.pdf

UCA Resources & Administration Officer

• Ongoing role, great pay and benefits under our Collective Agreement
• Genuine work-life balance, leave work on time
• Excellent organisation-wide culture of respect, inclusion and compassion

About the role

The Uniting Church in Australia, Synod of Victoria and Tasmania, has an exciting opportunity available for an outstanding administrator to join our team as the UCA Resources & Administration Officer.

Work in a team with a supportive hands-on manager and a culture of ongoing development.

In this role, you will work as part of a small team to provide excellent reception and administrative services for our Parkville office, a beautiful location with leafy green surrounds.

You will be a welcoming presence on the reception desk greeting visitors, managing room and car bookings, answering queries, and providing information about daily events.

In addition to reception services, the UCA Resources & Administration Officer will coordinate online resources, including ordering stock, verifying payments and dispatching orders.

Using your administrative skills you will take meeting minutes, maintain databases, facilitate venue bookings, order supplies, collate documents and mailouts, respond to telephone enquiries, and assist with audio/visual equipment.

For a more detailed description of the responsibilities of the role, please see the position description (click on 'Open' below).

About you (Key Selection Criteria)

To secure this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in any field are highly desirable
• Proven experience in a related role
• Excellent interpersonal and client/customer relations skills

Applications close: 14 December 2021

To apply click the ‘Apply Now’ button below or email your application to Megan.Wallace@victas.uca.org.au.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

About us

The Uniting Church in Australia is the third largest church in Australia, and a leading presence in the not-for-profit sector. The UCA is deeply committed to faith, justice and the community, and is one of the largest national providers of community services outside of Government.

We are a vibrant, people-focused team that recognises the talent and dedication of our employees. As an employer, UCA values justice, inclusion, compassion, shared leadership, respect, integrity, wise stewardship and innovation.

We offer a professional and friendly work environment with great staff benefits.

UCA is an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and equal opportunity in employment. We welcome applications from all candidates from culturally diverse backgrounds, First peoples and all others regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability and sexual orientation.

UCA is committed to providing a safe environment for all including children. Successful candidates are required to undergo a National Criminal History Check and sign a Keeping Children Safe Code of Conduct. Successful candidates may also require a Working with Children Check.

Lay Staff Collective Employment Agreement

https://www.fwc.gov.au/documents/documents/agreements/fwa/ae502568.pdf

Prison Chaplain (DPFC & Tarrengower Women’s Prisons)

• Values-based organisation
• Genuine work-life balance culture
• Dynamic and supportive team

About the role

The role of Prison Chaplain provides chaplaincy services to two prisons located in Western Victoria: Dame Phyllis Frost Centre (DPFC) and Tarrengower Prison.

Dame Phyllis Frost Centre (DPFC) is a maximum security prison for women, with an operational capacity of 604 women. The DPFC is situated at Ravenhall and provides accommodation for both remand and sentenced women.

Tarrengower Prison is a minimum security prison for women, with an operational capacity of 78 women. There are fifteen self-contained units providing single room accommodation, with shared kitchen and living areas in each unit.

The role will provide ministry to prisoners, their families and prison staff, as a representative of the Uniting Church in Australia. This includes providing pastoral care, as well as leading worship.

About you

To secure this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in theology or other relevant tertiary qualifications
• At least one to two units of Clinical Pastoral Education or equivalent
• Previous pastoral care experience, preferably in a similar setting or experience ministering in an acute mental health setting and/or with people with complex needs

Applications close: 7 December 2021

To apply, click on the link below.

Please submit a cover letter and resume.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

About us

The Uniting Church in Australia is the third largest church in Australia, and a leading presence in the not-for-profit sector. The UCA is deeply committed to faith, justice and the community, and is one of the largest national providers of community services outside of Government.

We are a vibrant, people-focused team that recognises the talent and dedication of our employees. As an employer, UCA values justice, inclusion, compassion, shared leadership, respect, integrity, wise stewardship and innovation.

We offer a professional and friendly work environment with great staff benefits.

UCA is an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and equal opportunity in employment.  We welcome applications from all candidates from culturally diverse backgrounds, First peoples and all others regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability and sexual orientation.  

UCA is committed to providing a safe environment for all, including children. Successful candidates are required to undergo a National Criminal History Check and sign a Keeping Children Safe Code of Conduct. Successful candidates may also require a Working with Children Check.

Office Manager

• Permanent, ongoing position
• Excellent team culture, work closely with the Finance/Operations Manager and Minister
• Leave work at 5pm, flexible hours for the right candidate

About the role

St Michael’s Uniting Church, Melbourne, has an exciting opportunity available for an experienced administrator to join our team as the Office Manager.

In this role, you will coordinate the administrative function, provide a welcoming reception service, maintain rosters and registers, create documentation, assist volunteers, and support church events.

You will have the opportunity to take ownership of the administrative function, making the role your own with suggested improvements and efficiencies.

As well as providing general administrative support, the Office Manager will act as EA to the Minister, including email and diary management, correspondence, and coordination of meetings.

For a more detailed description of the responsibilities of the role, please see the position description (available below, click 'Open').

About you (Key Selection Criteria)

To secure this role you will have:

• Qualifications in business administration and/or equivalent relevant experience
• At least three years’ experience in office management or administration
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, One Drive, Excel, Adobe and Zoom
• Familiarity with Windows operating system
• Experience in people management is desirable but not essential
• Experience within the not-for-profit sector is desirable but not essential

Applications close: 9 December 2021

To apply click the ‘Apply Now’ button below or email your application to Megan.Wallace@victas.uca.org.au

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

About us

St Michael’s is a vibrant, progressive, inclusive church with a long tradition of nurturing the spiritual well-being of the human person and working for the common good in society.

We are a collaborative, people-focused team that recognises the talent and dedication of our employees.

The Uniting Church in Australia is the third largest church in Australia, and a leading presence in the not-for-profit sector. The UCA is deeply committed to faith, justice and the community, and is one of the largest national providers of community services outside of Government.

We offer a professional and friendly work environment with great staff benefits.

St Michael’s is an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and equal opportunity in employment. We welcome applications from all candidates from culturally diverse backgrounds, First peoples and all others regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability and sexual orientation.

St Michael’s is committed to providing a safe environment for all including children. Successful candidates are required to undergo a National Criminal History Check and sign a Keeping Children Safe Code of Conduct. Successful candidates may also require a Working with Children Check.