AddressMullumbimby Catholic Parish, part of the Diocese of Lismore, is seeking applications from suitably qualified persons for the part-time role of Parish Secretary. The successful applicant will be an essential support to the Parish Priest and Parishioners in a dynamic parish community, loving, serving and accompanying people throughout the full spectrum of life.
The parish serves the bustling town of Mullumbimby and surrounds and is part of the beautiful Brunswick Valley. St John’s Catholic Parish has a long and proud history in the local community, it is a great place in which to live and work.
A Parish Secretary is required for a position of 14 hours per week to provide administrative and associated support for the parish, including the efficient management of the parish office.
Selection Criteria:
- The ability to work within the mission, values and principles of the Catholic Church.
- Highly motivated with initiative and capacity to work with minimum supervision.
- Ability to maintain Parish registers, draft correspondence, produce rosters and publications.
- Deal with all enquires sensitively, especially with people seeking assistance.
- Proficiency in using the full complement of Microsoft Office applications and possess excellent data entry skills.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Sound time management, planning and organisational skills to meet priorities and deadlines with attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Accounts processing and website updating skills.
- Prior experience and/or appropriate qualifications related to this or a similar role.
If interested in applying, please submit a resumé and covering letter.
The position description is available by request by contacting: ****@lismore.catholic.org.au.
Preferred candidates will be required to undergo employment screening including a national criminal history check and working with children check.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
