Life at Vinnies

At Vinnies, we are what we do. We believe in making a difference. We are one of Queensland’s most-loved charitable organisations and are committed to leading with our values and mission at heart. We work together to build a legacy that we can be proud of, supporting those in need within our communities. Our companions are why our journey started, striving to shape a more just and compassionate society. Our employees, members and volunteers are the reason our journey continues, and why we will succeed.

What we can offer you

• Work with a purpose – not your average organisation and not your average role!
• Competitive hourly rate and excellent employment benefits under our Employee Agreement
• Salary packaging arrangements – helping you save on tax
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program – our employees are our most valuable asset
• A welcoming and inclusive environment where you’ll always feel part of a team

The Role

We are looking for a dynamic Program Manager – Financial Wellbeing & Emergency Relief to lead the delivery of Emergency Relief services across Queensland that provide immediate crisis support to vulnerable individual and families while also building their capacity for long-term financial wellbeing and stability.

This role will operate under the general direction of the State Manager and is central to supporting our member-led model, working closely with members across 8 regions and engaging with Conferences throughout all 18 SA4 regions.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Strategic Program Leadership and Grant Management
• Conference and Membership Engagement
• Service Delivery and SA4 Regional Support
• Program Management and Operations
• Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships
• Compliance and Quality Assurance

This is a Permanent, Full-time position (38 hours per week) based in our State Administration Office in South Brisbane. Some evening and weekend work may be required, and also regular local and intra-state travel.

What you’ll bring

• Specific qualification in a relevant field such as Social Work, Public Administration, or Business Management highly desirable.
• Extensive experience in senior program management within community services, not-for-profit or government sectors, particularly in Emergency Relief or related crisis support services.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale government grants and compliance requirements, preferably Commonwealth funding agreements.
• Proven leadership and team management skills including management of professional staff and volunteer coordination.
• Advanced understanding of Emergency Relief sector, policy environment and funding frameworks including DSS policies and Data Exchange requirements
• Experience in operational planning, program implementation and organisational coordination.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement including government relationships and community partnerships.
• Strong financial management skills including budget preparation, financial reporting and resource allocation.
• Understanding of Catholic Social Teaching principles and experience in member-led or faith-based organisations with ability to engage effectively with Conference Members and volunteers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including high-level report writing and presentation skills.
• Experience in liaison with Conference structures and volunteer member engagement within Catholic or similar faith-based contexts.
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) and Working with Vulnerable People registration
• Current Queensland driver's licence

Ready to apply? We can’t wait to hear from you.

You can submit your application via SEEK or directly on our careers page!

Having the right people in our team is important to us. Before joining our team, we’ll undertake pre-employment checks including references, a police check and proof of qualifications/licences.

We are committed to meaningful equity and diversity in our workforce. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged. To be eligible for this position you must have an appropriate visa to work in Australia/New Zealand.