CURRENT VACANCIES (listed by vacancies that are closing soon at the top)
Please note: each vacancy content is provided by the employing entity, which reserves the right to fill the vacancy at its discretion and close applications early.
Events Co-ordinator (Part-time) – North New Zealand Conference, Auckland NZ | Applications close: 17 January 2020 | North NZ Conference is looking for a capable and committed Seventh-day Adventist to take on the role of Events Coordinator for Youth, School Chaplaincy, Family, Marriage Enrichment, Children, Pathfinder and Adventurer ministry. The right person will be able to work independently and in a team, be solution-focused, maintain confidentiality and manage professional and personal relationships within the organisation with integrity. For full details, a JD or to apply, please email hughheenan@adventist.org.nz.
Finance Officer (Full-time school terms - stand down term breaks) – Avondale School | Cooranbong NSW | Applications close: 22 January 2020 | The Finance Officer is a key member of a small finance team at Avondale School and will work alongside the Business Manager and Accountant. The successful applicant will be responsible for a wide range of accounts tasks including accounts payable processing, fee payment processing and bank reconciliations. They will also need excellent customer service skills as the role includes reception responsibilities and assisting parents to manage their fee accounts, fee payments and other enquiries. We are looking for a committed Adventist Christian with a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills and previous accounts experience as part of a finance team. They will be well organised and pay attention to detail. They must be legally able to work in Australia at time of application. For further information and to apply please email Dean Morton on dmorton@avondaleschool.nsw.edu.au.
Communications Officer (Full-time 12 month contract) – Australian Union Conference | Ringwood, VIC | Applications Close: Friday 24 January 2020 | The Seventh-day Adventist Church (AUC) Ltd has a great opportunity for a communication professional to provide proactive marketing, media and communication services for the Adventist Church in Australia. This astute Communications Officer is passionate about engaging with our dynamic community and enhancing the effectiveness of the Church in its mission, by communicating on both the Church Structure Review process as well as the various ministries and activities of the AUC. If you have qualifications in journalism (or similar) and are looking for an opportunity to serve the church, we want to hear from you. To apply, please contact MelissaHill@adventist.org.au (People & Culture Manager of the Seventh-day Adventist Church AUC) for a position description and application requirements. Applicants must be practicing baptised members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Radio Broadcasting Co-Host (Part-time contract) - North NSW Conference | Wallsend NSW | Applications close: 28 January 2020 | Seeking a Co-host to join the NNSW Conference Radio Broadcasting team. This is a great opportunity to further develop your radio broadcasting skills and be part of a focused team. The successful applicant will be passionate and possess an outgoing and hardworking attitude; an energetic, fun personality; and a courteous and helpful manner. For full details including the application process please visit https://nnsw.adventist.org.au/announcements/position-co-host.
Office Assistant for Youth & Education (Part-time) – South Australian Conference | Prospect SA | Applications close: 28 January 2020 | South Australian Conference is looking for a committed Adventist Christian with a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, who is adept at organisation, event planning, secretarial and computer skills. A strongly self-motivated person, the successful applicant will assist the Youth Director and Education Director in their administrative and office responsibilities in this part-time (30 hours per week) role. For further information, JD or to apply, please email josephmaticic@adventist.org.au.
Youth Departmental Assistant (Casual) – South Australian Conference | Prospect SA | Applications close: 28 January 2020 | Casual position to assist in the running of Youth and Pathfinder events across South Australia. The successful applicant will be responsible for event delivery, logistics, overseeing youth equipment and promotion of youth department events. We are looking for a committed Adventist Christian with a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, who is reliable and consistent. Complementary skills could include graphic design and social media skills. If you have questions about this position, please contact the Youth Director, Pr Joel Slade on 08 8269 2177. To apply, please email a letter of application and resume to josephmaticic@adventist.org.au.
IT Security Administrator (Full-time) - South Pacific Division | Wahroonga NSW | Applications Close: 31 January 2020 | Looking for a job with a purpose in the New Year? Start 2020 working with cutting edge technologies and supporting the mission of the Adventist Church. Seeking an experienced security administrator to be responsible for the protection of data by performing day-to-day information security operations, investigating routine security incidents, and implementing and monitoring compliance with information security policies and procedures. Successful candidate will be highly self-motivated, well organised, with excellent attention to detail and great communication skills. Join our dynamic Adventist Technology team in this fantastic new opportunity based at the head office in Wahroonga. Send in your interest today!
For more information please visit www.adventistemployment.org.au/spd-vacancies or email hr@adventist.org.au for a job description.
Graduate Assistant Accountant (24mth contract) – South Pacific Division | Wahroonga, NSW | Applications close: 2 February 2020 | Immediate start | The Seventh-day Adventist Church (SPD) Limited is seeking a highly motivated recent undergraduate to join its Treasury team as part of a graduate program. Primarily based at the Division head office in Wahroonga NSW, this 24 month maximum term contract is ideally suited to someone looking to gain practical experience and full exposure to the Church’s accounting and finance related areas. Reporting directly to the Division Senior Accountant, this role requires someone with a passion for accounting and commitment to the mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. If you are looking to kick-start your accounting career within Adventist employment and have recently completed your bachelor’s degree in accounting/business/commerce, then this role could be for you!
For more information please visit www.adventistemployment.org.au/spd-vacancies; or email hr@adventist.org.au for a full job description.
Business Manager (Full-time) – Seventh-day Adventist Schools (NNSW), Blue Hills College & Tweed Valley Adventist College NSW | Applications close: 5pm Friday 7 February 2020 | Are you ready for a fantastic opportunity with a pair of collaborative executive teams in two Independent Schools? Blue Hills College and Tweed Valley Adventist College are welcoming applications for a business manager (spread across both schools) who will work in partnership with these schools’ leadership team in the ongoing development and enhancement of both schools’ education programs and business initiatives. For full selection criteria and to submit your interest, please email jamieroan@adventist.org.au.
Operations Manager (Full-time) - Adventist Retirement Plus South Qld Conference | Yeppoon QLD | Applications Close: Friday, 14 February 2020 | The successful applicant will manage the support services and independent living units of this site, ensure that we meet our Retirement Village Act legislative requirements, manage multiple service delivery teams and must also work collaboratively with the site Care Manager. This position requires relevant tertiary qualifications, excellent communication skills and previous management experience and be a committed member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church with a strong commitment to mission demonstrated within the Aged Care ministry of the church. Sales experience in Real Estate will be an advantage. For more information and a position profile, please contact the Chief Operations Officer | 400 Boundary Street, SPRING HILL QLD 4004 | Email: danielv@arplus.org.au | Phone: 07 3218 7777.
Director of Finance (Full-time) - ADRA Australia | Wahroonga, NSW | Applications close: 1 March 2020 | ADRA Australia is seeking a qualified and experienced financial and business management professionals to join our senior management team. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director of Finance provides financial and commercial leadership including the development of strategy and management of operations for ADRA Australia’s finance and IT functions. The role also involves supporting our national and international program partners to comply with finance and accounting requirements. The successful applicant will be someone who thrives in the financial and general management arena and demonstrates skills in Accounting, Strategy and Planning, Team Leadership and Culture, and Risk and Compliance. ADRA Australia is the official humanitarian agency of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Motivated by our faith we enable people and communities in Australia, the South Pacific, Asia and Africa to improve their health and livelihoods and assist people to prepare for and recover from disasters around the world. Candidates should address the selection criteria in their application letter providing examples of past experiences and qualifications. Forward your letter and resume along with names of three work-related referees to: alisonyoung@adra.org.au. For a copy of the candidate information document please contact: Alison Young, ADRA Australia, phone 02 9473 9503 or email alisonyoung@adra.org.au
Human Resources Manager (Full-time) - South Pacific Division | Wahroonga, NSW | Applications close: 31 March 2020 | Bring a wealth of life experience and inspired ideas to the table and be constantly challenged to do your best in this exciting role. The South Pacific Division's People Services team is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager who can develop effective relationships across the organisation and provide a professional HR service to the Church in the South Pacific. This role requires a strong commitment to the teachings, values and mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, comprehensive working knowledge of the church and its management throughout the South Pacific Division, tertiary qualifications in human resource management/business, organisational development, and/or a related discipline, extensive knowledge of and experience within a HR environment, superior interpersonal, influencing, coaching, communication, negotiation and consultative skills at all levels and a proven ability to handle pressure and manage conflicting demands.
For more information, please visit www.adventistemployment.org.au/spd-vacancies and for a full job description and enquiries, please email DavidPotter@adventist.org.au. To apply, please email hr@adventist.org.au your cover letter, CV, 3 work-related referees and the contact information of your Seventh-day Adventist Church Pastor.
Policy & Compliance Officer (Full-time) - South Pacific Division | Wahroonga, NSW | Applications close: 31 March 2020 | Seeking a highly skilled and experienced person to develop policy, procedures & programs, provide advice and monitor legal compliance within the workplace. This includes Work Health and Safety (WHS), Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO), Privacy and other employment legislative areas. The successful candidate will ensure the overall safe, healthy and accident-free work environment is achieved for all staff.
For more information please visit www.adventistemployment.org.au/spd-vacancies; or email hr@adventist.org.au for a full job description.
