Evangelisation Coordinator – Discipleship
Caroline Springs
Caroline Springs is a vibrant and growing community located in the western region of Melbourne. There is an opportunity for an Evangelisation Coordinator, focussing their efforts in the area of Discipleship at St Catherine of Siena Parish, Caroline Springs. We are looking for someone with a heart for the work of evangelisation, to help us continue the work with our missionary program. Ideally this person is a keen observer and learner and has a capacity to think innovatively about how we can best lead people today towards spiritual maturity. This permanent part-time position is based at the Parish Office in Caroline Springs. The role is required to work 12 hours per week, days and working hours are flexible. The successful applicant will work with the Parish Priest, Parish Team, Parish Leadership Team and volunteers. Terms and conditions are governed by the Archdiocese of Melbourne.
Key Requirements
* Respect for the mission, identity and core values of the parish, its cultural diversity, faith, worship, hospitality, outreach, and service to all who engage with the parish
* Strong PC skills, in particular Microsoft Office suite of products
* An understanding of cultural challenges the faith of youth, millennials, and young families
* Bachelor’s Degree in Religious Education, Theology or other related field is preferred
* Five years or more experience
* Must be flexible in working days and hours; weekend work may be required as needed
* Experience in providing a range of secretarial and office management services
* Ability to work to timeframes with attention to detail and priorities while handling regular interruptions
* Good communication skills with ability to relate to a variety of people
* Team orientation, including ability to work harmoniously with staff and volunteers
Key Responsibilities
* With the Parish Priest, and Parish Leadership Team, to develop an effective parish discipleship pathway which seeks to grow passionate disciples into lifelong faith and relationship with Jesus
* Is an inviting figure in the parish community. Engages with both active and inactive community to build relationships.
* Assists the Coordinator with evangelisation to develop, monitor, and adjust an effective overall parish Evangelisation plan
* With the Parish Priest and Parish Leadership Team to start and create adult and young adult ministry, providing regular formation opportunities for those involved.
* To explore new approaches to Christian formation that work in our culture in order to form disciples who then make disciples.
* Other duties as directed by the Parish Priest
Other Relevant Requirements
* Working with Children Check
* Police Check (new Check required)
* Annual acknowledgement of the expectations and responsibilities outlined in the Safeguarding Children and Young People Code of Conduct.
* Successful completion of the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne’s Safeguarding Essentials online training module annually.
Additional Information
Applications are to be sent to recruitment@cam.org.au. Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume. For further information, email recruitment@cam.org.au. We look forward to hearing from you and wish you all the best. Review of applications will begin immediately and the application will be opened until filled. Please find Position Description attached.
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