Activities Coordinator

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW is a leading provider of community support services, committed to supporting people experiencing disadvantage and working towards a more just and compassionate society.

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• SCHCADS Award, LV4 hourly rates range from $46.70 to $50.25 dependent on experience  
• We pride ourselves on providing opportunities for employees to learn, develop and progress
• Boost your take-home pay with generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
• Perm Full-Time Opportunity: Monday to Friday

About the Role

We're looking for an enthusiastic Activities Coordinator to join our close-knit Programs Team at the Ozanam Learning Centre. No two days will look the same! You'll help bring a range of engaging programs, workshops and community initiatives to life, creating opportunities for participants to develop new skills, build confidence and strengthen their connections.

Working both at the OLC and in the wider community, you'll coordinate and deliver programs and learning opportunities focused on personal development, wellbeing and practical life skills. From digital literacy and problem-solving to healthy living and everyday skills, you'll help create accessible learning experiences that empower people to build independence and connection, improve their employability and become more involved in their community. You'll also build partnerships, coordinate activities and events, manage program logistics and contribute to the smooth running of the Centre.

About You

• A qualification (or currently studying) in community development, education, social work, health or a relevant hands-on trade such as horticulture / cooking & nutrition.

• Experience coordinating or delivering training sessions, programs or community activities.

• A genuine passion for helping people learn, develop and achieve their goals.

• A person-centred, trauma-informed approach, with the ability to create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment.

• Strong organisation and time management skills, with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.

• A positive, collaborative, practical and proactive attitude, with a willingness to get involved and make things happen.

We Offer

• Fitness Passport: Access discounted memberships to a wide network of gyms, swimming pools and fitness facilities across Australia, with options to include eligible family members
• Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
• Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
• Learning & Development -  Training to support your professional growth. 
• Wellbeing Support –  EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being. 
• Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
• Leave Benefits – 5 days Sorry Business Leave , Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life. 

Apply Now

If this sounds like you, don’t wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.

For any enquiries, please contact careers.nsw@vinnies.org.au. 

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.