Frequently Asked Questions: Careers

  • How will a move into the not for profit sector affect my career?

    World Vision Australia functions in a similar way to commercial organisations. We employ the same corporate practices as any other sector.

    At World Vision, you will have the opportunity to develop your career and work towards eradicating global poverty at the same time.

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  • How many staff does World Vision employ?

    World Vision International employs around 22,500 staff worldwide.

    World Vision Australia employs over 550 staff across our head office in East Burwood, Melbourne and state offices in Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland.

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  • What’s the difference between World Vision Australia and World Vision International?

    World Vision Australia is part of the World Vision International Partnership which operates in 97 countries. It is a partnership of interdependent national offices, most of which are governed by local boards or advisory councils.

    While we are accountable to other World Vision offices, World Vision Australia is a distinct legal entity. Together with our partner offices, we are responsible for the design, monitoring and evaluation of all programs for which we provide funding. Our fundraising and marketing activities are managed in Australia.

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  • How does World Vision Australia define revenue?

    Revenue is the total income we receive during any given Fiscal Year. Total revenue raised during 2010 was $346.7 million.

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  • Do I need to be Christian to work for World Vision Australia?

    We are a Christian organisation and our staff are expected to uphold our Christian values. However, you do not have to be Christian to work for World Vision Australia.

    Many World Vision Australia staff take part in Christian practices at work with weekly ‘Corporate Devotions’. These events are not compulsory, but all staff are expected to respect this aspect of World Vision Australia.

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  • What are the benefits of working with World Vision?

    They are many and varied, including:
    • satisfaction from making a real difference in the world
    • using your skills in the fight against global poverty and its causes
    • learning and developing your skills
    • participating in a comprehensive professional development program that includes on-the-job learning, e-learning, workshops, forums and leadership development
    • opportunities to work overseas or change roles internally
    • competitive salary and salary packaging
    • developing a work-life balance through flexible work arrangements, generous leave opportunities and job sharing
    • parenting leave, family friendly workspaces and work from home opportunities
    • working for a leader in the field that pursues best practice in all areas of overseas aid and development
    • being part of a professional and friendly team united by their commitment to one common goal.

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  • Where do staff go after they have worked in a not for profit organisation?

    The demographic of people joining us is changing significantly. Ten years ago, many applicants came to us at the end of their corporate careers.

    Now, we are noticing an exciting new trend: people are joining us at the height of their careers. When they leave World Vision Australia, they often work in the World Vision partnership, return to the corporate world or move into another not for profit organisation.

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  • Does World Vision Australia value all employees equally?

    ‘We value people’ is one of World Vision Australia’s core values. We notice a high level of respect amongst staff due to the nature of the work we do and because everyone respects our values.

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  • What roles does World Vision Australia offer?

    Opportunities exist in the following fields:
    • Community development program design, monitoring and evaluation
    • Advocacy, public influence and community education
    • Marketing and communications
    • Finance
    • Information technology
    • Human resources
    • Customer service
    • Administration
    • Graduate programs.

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  • What development opportunities does World Vision Australia offer?

    We offer a comprehensive range of professional development workshops including on-the-job learning, e-learning, forums and leadership development.

    Regular performance and development reviews ensure you are developing your career in the right direction. You can also take advantage of opportunities to work overseas or change roles internally.

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