• Pivotal role within our operations team
• Be instrumental in optimising systems and processes
• Competitive Salary Package: $120,338-$125,061 + 14% Superannuation

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn (the Society) has been serving the local community since 1924. We are a charity based, not-for-profit organisation offering a 'hand up' to people in need, regardless of their creed, ethnic or social background, health, gender, or political opinion. We achieve this by respecting people’s dignity, sharing our hope and by encouraging people to take control of their own destiny. We work to shape a more just and compassionate society.

The Opportunity

The Manager Sustainability and Reuse plays a pivotal role in advancing our commitment to sustainability by spearheading initiatives that promote environmental responsibility and resource efficiency across the organisation. The successful applicant will collaborate with executives, internal teams, and external stakeholders to develop and implement sustainable practices within our retail network and reuse facilities.

The Manager Sustainability and Reuse will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive sustainability strategy. With a focus on diverting over 3,000 tonnes of donations from landfills annually, this role encompasses business development, procurement, contract management, and the management of joint ventures and social enterprise initiatives.

Additionally, they will analyse sustainability-related data to identify areas for continuous improvement and oversee sustainability and impact initiatives, ensuring compliance with established standards and guidelines.

Our Offer

• Permanent, full-time position
• Competitive Benefits: 14% Superannuation, Salary Packaging options up to $15,900 per FBT year, with additional benefits available
• Flexible Work Environment
• Yarralumla-based, free parking onsite
• Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities

About you

To be successful in this role you will need to possess in-depth knowledge of current sustainability and circular economy initiatives and the ability to apply these to support operational delivery.

You will have strong, demonstrated leadership and communication skills preferably with experience in driving complex change management processes in complex, diverse organisations.

A Bachelor's degree qualification (desirable) and substantial experience in business operations and analysis for a multifaceted organisation. High level of proficiency in the use of technology (Microsoft suite) and along with experience in the operational use of project management software systems.

Eligibility

Applicants must have working rights in Australia and be willing to undergo a police check and obtain a Working with Vulnerable People Card (WWVP).

To further discuss this opportunity, please contact Louise Cooper via email [email protected] using the subject line: Manager - Sustainability and Reuse enquiry via EthicalJobs.

For general recruitment information, please email our recruitment team at [email protected] using the subject line: Manager - Sustainability and Reuse enquiry via EthicalJobs.

To apply:

Click 'Apply Now' submit your resume and covering letter before the closing date. Applicants may be contacted prior to this date for interview.

The position description is attached.

St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to engaging a diverse workforce. The Society strongly encourages applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.