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The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia''s largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here - providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.About the RoleWe seek to appoint a mission-aligned, governance professional with a strong knowledge of the aged care sector, in particular the aged care regulatory environment and experience supporting Boards and senior leaders as a Secretariat Advisor - Aged Care.Reporting through the Secretariat Lead (Secretary to the Property Trusts), this role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance with Aged Care related legislation, governance obligations and regulatory requirements across The Salvation Army as they pertain to residential aged care, independent living and residential villages, support at home, and National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) services.This is a permanent, full time, appointment based out of either Blackburn, Melbourne or Redfern, Sydney however we will consider applications from other states also.Key ResponsibilitiesManage Aged Care-related legislative, reporting and governance requirements for the Board and its Committees, under the direction of the Secretariat Lead (Secretary to the Property Trusts)Monitor, track and interpret changes in Aged Care legislation and regulation, and assess the implications for governance, reporting, responsible persons and service deliveryLead the review of Board and Committee terms of reference and meeting agendas to ensure ongoing compliance with Aged Care requirements including statutory filings and record keepingDevelop, maintain and continuously improve a suite of governance documents relevant to Aged CareEstablish plans for internal compliance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring adherence to policies, procedures and regulatory obligationsManage Aged Care whistleblower protection matters in line with legislative and organisational requirementsAbout YouTertiary qualification in Health, Aged Care Management, or a related disciplineDemonstrated experience with Aged Care governance requirements and working with Boards and senior managementExperience in a senior governance or assistant company secretary roleSolid working knowledge of the Aged Care Act 2024 (Cth), current reform priorities and the broader Aged Care regulatory and risk environmentProven ability to influence, build relationships and engage effectively with senior leaders, regulators and external stakeholdersHigh degree of integrity, discretion and attention to detail, combined with the ability to translate complex legislation into clear, practical advicePara-legal experience is highly regardedWhy Work For UsEligible employees can access NFP Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)Generous paid Parental Leave for primary (12 weeks) and secondary carers + Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) + Workplace Support Leave (5 days) for volunteering in Salvos initiativesFlexible working arrangements, access to Fitness Passport and Consumer DiscountsAccess to EAP and health & wellness initiativesOngoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiencyRewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive social and sustainable impactsHow to ApplyWe are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.#J-18808-Ljbffr