Secondary School Program Coordinator

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, whose values  it is to shape a more just and compassionate society. 

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• Competitive Salary: Including access to $15,900 NFP tax benefits.
• Hybrid Role: Flexible mix of office and remote work.
• Inclusive Culture: Supportive workplace valuing your growth.
• Max-Term Contract: 2 years, possibility of extension subject to funding and program needs. 

Your Role

This isn’t just a Coordination role, it’s your chance to work on a legacy. As Program Coordinator – Vinnies Service Medallion, you’ll work on the design, implementation, and expansion of a unique multi-year formation program for high school students across NSW. You’ll work closely with schools, dioceses and education networks to deliver an exciting program that inspires young people to actively contribute to their community and engage meaningfully with Vinnies’ mission. From working on the curriculum to evaluating outcomes, your work will ensure the Service Medallion becomes the statewide benchmark for youth engagement.

Your Responsibility

• Work on the rollout and growth of the Vinnies Service Medallion across NSW.
• Design frameworks to monitor and measure program success.
• Align the program with NSW secondary curriculum and safeguarding standards.
• Champion the program through marketing, presentations and public speaking.
• Build and nurture partnerships with schools, dioceses and other stakeholders.
• Map and connect students to meaningful volunteer opportunities.
• Support broader youth engagement strategies and organisational goals.

You Will Need

• Tertiary qualifications in Education, Social Sciences or a related field.
• An understanding of the education system and curriculum alignment.
• Skills in research, evaluation and data analysis.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement, communications and public speaking.
• Excellent project management and relationship building skills.
• High level digital literacy for content creation and online engagement.

Apply Now

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

Any queries please email careers.nsw@vinnies.org.au

We Offer:

• Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
• 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 - On-demand 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 – Enjoy up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life.

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.