Service Medallion 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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• SCHCADS Award LV5 hourly rates range from $51- $53.31 
• 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

We’re looking for an experienced, strategic and passionate Program Coordinator to support the design, implementation and expansion of the Vinnies Service Medallion - a multi-year formation program for high school students across NSW. This role is key to driving youth engagement and creating meaningful service pathways within the St Vincent de Paul Society. In this diverse role you’ll support program delivery, establish evaluation frameworks, ensure curriculum alignment, and foster strong relationships with schools, dioceses and education networks. Your work will ensure the Service Medallion becomes the primary engagement tool for high school students statewide.

Your Responsibility

• Support the design, rollout and scaling of the Vinnies Service Medallion across NSW

• Develop a robust framework for monitoring, evaluation and reporting on program outcomes

• Ensure strong alignment with NSW secondary curriculum and safeguarding standards

• Promote the program through strategic marketing, presentations and public relations

• Collaborate with schools, dioceses, tertiary institutions and internal teams to grow the program

• Identify and map volunteer opportunities in partnership with Volunteer Managers

• Contribute to broader strategic goals and youth engagement initiatives

You Will Need

• Tertiary qualifications in Education, Social Sciences or a related discipline

• Experience with the education system and developing programs aligned to secondary curriculum standards.

• Strong skills in research, program evaluation and data analysis

• Expertise in stakeholder engagement, public relations and digital communication strategies

• Exceptional project management abilities, with excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• High level of digital literacy, including proficiency in content development and digital tools

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@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.