Parish Office Administrator

Parish Office Administrator

• 17.5 hours part-time per week (During School Hours)
• This position is paid Level 2 - $26.16 - $26.67
• Location: Muswellbrook/Denman 

About the opportunity:

As a vital member of our team, you will collaborate under the guidance of the Minister Rector to foster connections within our church community and the local area. Working alongside the Parish Office Manager, you will facilitate engagement between church groups, parishioners, and the wider community, encouraging active participation. 

Your role involves serving as a welcoming and efficient point of contact through various channels, coordinating hall rentals, and managing invoicing. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in preparing resources for services and events, liaising with clergy and various teams. Managing the church's online presence is a key responsibility, including updating social media accounts and the website, as well as creating promotional materials such as flyers. Your commitment to safe ministry practices, adherence to safety policies, and assistance in grant applications for church outreach initiatives are integral aspects of this role. Other duties may be assigned as needed by the incumbent, clergy, or wardens/minister council.

Why work for us?

Our team are the heart of what we do here at Newcastle Anglican Churches. As a part of the Newcastle Anglican Churches team, you have access to the following great benefits:

• 14 weeks paid maternity leave or 3 weeks paid parental pay after 12 months service
• Up to 40% off on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools 
• Flexible work options (School hours)
• Access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program
• Career and development opportunities 
• The opportunity to work within an innovative, collaborative team environment

Essential requirements

• Experience in an administration role or similar
• Well-developed written & verbal communication skills
• Good time management & organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Proficiency in MS Office suite of products as well as experience in database & record management
• Event management skills
• Sound understanding of WH&S compliance
• Capacity to support the Parish’s inclusive Anglican ethos

Desirable 

• Current First Aid Certificate and CPR
• Experience with Xero, Squarespace, Mail Chimp and managing social media
• Experience working in a not-for-profit organisation

The successful applicant will possess or willingness to obtain the following: NSW Working with Children Check, Criminal History Check and Safe Ministry Training.

About Us: 

The vision of the Diocese of Newcastle is people flourishing because of what we do and what we do being inspired by the way of Jesus.

We are one of 23 dioceses of the Anglican Church of Australia. We offer a caring Christian presence through our parishes, agencies and schools in the Hunter and Central Coast regions of New South Wales.

We are constantly striving to be a vibrant, inclusive parish made up of people from all walks of life. Our diversity is grounded in the rich liturgical practice of the Anglo-Catholic tradition, working to make Jesus known in our community through service and witness. We have various community groups and church ministries active in our hall and church on a daily basis.

Newcastle Anglican is at the core of some of the most well-known businesses within Newcastle, Hunter, Central Coast & Mid North Coast organisations. Our service agencies include Anglican Care and Samaritans as well as Newcastle Anglican Schools Corporation and 54 Anglican parishes.

For more information on who we are and the work we do, visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au. 

For further information please email our Talent Team at *******@newcastleanglican.org.au

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Please include your cover letter and resume addressing your experience and qualifications. 

The Anglican Diocese of Newcastle promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.