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. We believe our employees are key to our success and offer Learning and Development programs to enhance and grow your career across a range of teams and services. Our employees are recognised for their achievements and offered promotional opportunities on a meritocracy basis within a collegiate and values driven team environment and culture. The Society recognises the value of an inclusive work environment and believes that our diversity is a strength in the work we do with our local communities.

Your Role

As a Vinnies Van Coordinator, you'll lead the day-to-day operations of one of our vital outreach services supporting people experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness, and those experiencing severe cost-of-living hardship across NSW. Working within our Membership, Volunteers and Early Intervention directorate, you'll be at the heart of a program that delivers more than just meals, it delivers connection, compassion and dignity. You'll coordinate a passionate volunteer workforce, ensure our vans are running safely and efficiently, and build meaningful relationships across the community, from corporate partners to grassroots groups. This is a hands-on, people focused role where no two days are the same, and every day has purpose. This position will cover Newcastle and Woy Woy and is full time, max term contract through to end of June 2029.

Your Responsibility

You'll be the driving force behind a well-run, compliant and impactful service.

• Oversee the daily operations of your allocated Vinnies Van service, ensuring everything runs smoothly and safely
• Lead, support and inspire a large team of dedicated volunteers who staff the van service, from recruitment through to training and ongoing engagement
• Manage rosters, compliance and reporting, ensuring accurate data collection and use of digital tools
• Ensure timely maintenance of vehicles, equipment and service sites, ensuring all WHS and food safety standards are met
• Build and strengthen community partnerships with local organisations, schools, corporate groups and government agencies
• Support the delivery of the statewide Vinnies Vans strategy, working closely with internal teams and stakeholders
• Coordinate events, volunteer recognition initiatives and community engagement activities
• Contribute to a strong, collaborative team culture and uphold the mission and values of Vinnies

You Will Need

You're organised, people-focused and driven by purpose.

• Experience in community services, volunteer coordination, operations or administration
• Proven ability to lead and engage volunteers or teams, building a positive and inclusive environment
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence engaging a wide range of stakeholders
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously
• Comfortable using digital tools and systems (Microsoft Office and data/reporting platforms)
• Understanding of issues impacting people experiencing homelessness
• Knowledge of WHS and food handling requirements
• A current unrestricted driver's licence and confidence driving a van or small truck
• A passion for making a difference and aligning with the values and mission of Vinnies

Desirable: Experience in the not-for-profit sector or working with volunteers.

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 - 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.

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.

• Oversee the daily operations of your allocated Vinnies Van service, ensuring everything runs smoothly and safely
• Lead, support and inspire a large team of dedicated volunteers who staff the van service, from recruitment through to training and ongoing engagement
• Manage rosters, compliance and reporting, ensuring accurate data collection and use of digital tools
• Ensure timely maintenance of vehicles, equipment and service sites, ensuring all WHS and food safety standards are met
• Build and strengthen community partnerships with local organisations, schools, corporate groups and government agencies
• Support the delivery of the statewide Vinnies Vans strategy, working closely with internal teams and stakeholders
• Coordinate events, volunteer recognition initiatives and community engagement activities
• Contribute to a strong, collaborative team culture and uphold the mission and values of Vinnies

• Workplace Health and Safety
• Relationship Building
• Microsoft Office
• Community services experience
• Volunteer coordination experience
• Operations experience
• Administration experience
• Proven ability to lead and engage volunteers or teams
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to work autonomously
• Comfortable using digital tools and systems
• Understanding of issues impacting people experiencing homelessness
• Knowledge of WHS and food handling requirements
• Current unrestricted driver's licence
• Confidence driving a van or small truck
• Passion for making a difference

• Experience in community services, volunteer coordination, operations or administration
• Proven ability to lead and engage volunteers or teams, building a positive and inclusive environment
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence engaging a wide range of stakeholders
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously
• Comfortable using digital tools and systems (Microsoft Office and data/reporting platforms)
• Understanding of issues impacting people experiencing homelessness
• Knowledge of WHS and food handling requirements
• A current unrestricted driver's licence and confidence driving a van or small truck
• A passion for making a difference and aligning with the values and mission of Vinnies
• Desirable: Experience in the not-for-profit sector or working with volunteers.