Inspire and empower young people's personal and spiritual growth, guiding them to live as active, mission-driven disciples in today's world.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified individual who is motivated to work within the Church environment and has exemplary service delivery skills working with diverse and complex stakeholders.
About the Organisation:
The Diocese of Sandhurst through its ministries and agencies is at the service of the people of God, proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ in their communities and daily lives.
Presided over by the Bishop of Sandhurst, the Diocese comprises around 90,000 Catholics and a wide variety of people, cultures, and ministries, providing services and support to 40 parishes and 56 schools through pastoral, educational, social welfare, and administrative support.
About the Opportunity:
The Youth Ministry Team Leader will shape and lead a new Sandhurst Youth Ministry Team and assume responsibility for the effective implementation of the Sandhurst Youth Ministry partnership. The Sandhurst Youth Ministry partnership is an agreement to actively collaborate in and exercise co-responsibility for the provision and leadership of Youth Ministry in the Diocese of Sandhurst. The partnership is between the Diocesan Chancery, Parishes, Priests and Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd. Further details of the partnership will be provided to candidates invited for interview.
As a function of the Office of Mission and Pastoral Life, the role of the Youth Ministry Team will be to reach out and engage with young people in our communities, and in a special way to those in our parishes and schools, inviting them to deepen their relationship with Jesus and offering experiences to help them mature in their faith.
The Youth Ministry Team Leader will lead the Youth Ministry Team in promoting and fostering the personal and spiritual growth of young people in the Diocese, by drawing young people into responsible participation in the life, mission and work of the Catholic faith community and empowering young people to live as missionary disciples of Jesus Christ in our world today.
Please refer to the position description for full details.
About You:
• You will have a passion for young people with a positive vision for young people’s role in the Church and society.
• You will be able to demonstrate a mature personal faith.
• You will be able to demonstrate previous experience in youth ministry leadership, or in working with young people in schools.
• You will have the capacity to create, sustain and build a team atmosphere together with well-developed interpersonal skills to interact with other people both individually and in groups.
• You have an understanding of and a commitment to promote the principles of Catholic Social Teaching and Gospel values within the workplace.
• Ideally you will have post-graduate qualifications in theology and/or ministry.
What We Offer:
Leadership opportunity: shape and lead a new Sandhurst Youth Ministry Team and implement an exciting partnership supporting ministry with young people in our communities.
Professional growth: an exceptional opportunity for professional growth within a renowned organisation.
Innovation and collaboration with senior leadership: gaining valuable insights and experience to support your professional growth.
Access to ongoing 1:1 professional supervision: providing a forum for reflection, problem solving, growth and support.
Meaningful work: be part of a mission-driven not for profit organisation that supports the goals and vision of Catholic Diocese of Sandhurst for the common good and the dignity of each person.
Location: renovated Chancery building in central Bendigo with beautiful gardens and on-site car-parking, close to cafes and shops. Flexible work options will be considered.
Remuneration: a competitive salary package along with EAP to support personal health and wellbeing.
To Apply:
If you believe your skills and experience align with this position, we would love to hear from you. To submit an application; please click apply and provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
Please note we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, if you believe this role might be for you, please apply as soon as possible.
To be successful in this role you must hold valid working rights in Australia.
Application Closing Date:
Close of Business, 25 November 2024
Contact Person:
Dr Chris Cotter – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (03) 5445 3655
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