Animation Consultant

Join an effective, spirit-lead team that works collaboratively to provide support to parishes, in their journey of missionary renewal.

About CAM

The Archdiocese of Melbourne through its ministries and agencies is at the service of the people of God, planting the Gospel of Jesus Christ into their communities and lives daily.

Presided over by the Archbishop of Melbourne, the Archdiocese comprises around 1.1 million Catholics, and is the largest Archdiocese in Australia with a wide variety of people, cultures and ministries, providing services and support including pastoral, educational, social welfare and administrative support. Under the guidance of four key priorities outlined by the Archbishop, the works and activities of the Archdiocese are oriented towards a missionary focus to address the ongoing needs of: Local Communities; Families; Youth and Young Adults; and the Poor and the Broken.

This is achieved through a pro-active engagement in the sharing of Mission; a reaching out in Gospel boldness; operating in an agile and responsive mindset; identifying and embracing what is fruit bearing in our works; understanding the outward focus and call of being missionary disciples; and being mindful of good stewarding in terms of time, talent and gifts.

About the role

The Animation Consultant will:

• Develop and maintain relationships with local faith community leaders across an allocated region of the Archdiocese.

• Assist faith communities (parishes, lay and migrant communities) to discern the movement of the Spirit in their midst and respond with a missionary impulse towards Gospel boldness and fruitfulness
• Identify, facilitate and/or coordinate programs, processes or structures that support parish missionary renewal.
• Encourage collaboration between parishes
• Ensure your work is operationally agile, flexible and responsive in facilitating missionary orientation toward, and in support of, parishes and communities;
• Contribute as needed to Proclaim: Office for Mission Renewal events, projects and initiatives as they arise.

About you

We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience (2+ years) within a Parish, Evangelisation or Faith Formation context
• An extensive understanding of, and commitment to, the teachings of the Catholic Church and a commitment to the philosophy and core values of the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with proven capability to network, present to, and influence with individuals, community groups and meetings within a faith context.
• Proficiency in successfully working on collaborative processes and practices that encourage team involvement and input.
• Commitment to being adaptable and demonstrating flexibility and agility in the workplace. Including willingness to work variable hours according to local community needs (i.e. evenings and weekends).
• Ability to respond positively to challenging circumstances and commitment to collaboratively finding solutions to challenging problems.
• Exceptional resource and time management skills delivering work independently to achieve objectives efficiently and within agreed timelines.

Essential

• The ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of people.

• Demonstrated ability to manage conflicting work priorities due to diverse demands on available work time.

• Tertiary qualifications (or working towards) in theology, ecclesiology, or a similar relevant discipline.

• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.

• National Police record check.

• Working with Children check.

If you have a missionary mindset and believe this role might be for you, we’d love to hear from you.

Why work for CAM

As an employee of CAM, you are joining an organisation that’s’ primary purpose is at service of the people of God. Your role will be interesting, challenging and highly rewarding – every day will be different. You have the opportunity to become a part of our energetic and supportive team.

We welcome enquiries – for further information about this role please contact Teresa Rhynehart (Director of Mission) on 0402 148 *** for a confidential discussion.

How to Apply

Please click apply. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your current resume and a cover letter addressing the requirements of the role.

Please note: To be successful in this role you must hold valid working rights in Australia.

Employment with CAM is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening requirements which include the following:

• A valid National Police Records Check

• A valid Working with Children Check.

Applications for this role close Friday 29 March 2024

The Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne is committed to the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and vulnerable adults. It is a requirement across our organisation that all clergy, employees and volunteers have a valid working with children check.