Are you an experienced leader with a deep commitment to the teachings of the Catholic Church? Do you have a passion for the Church’s missionary imperative?

We invite you to play a pivotal role as a leader and collaborator in serving communities of faith. As Deputy Director, you will contribute to making these communities vibrant, vital, and viable, helping all people to encounter Christ, engage in a life of faith, and embark on a mission.

In this role, you will lead the leaders of the Proclaim: Office for Mission Renewal. Your primary responsibility will be to lead a multi-disciplinary team in delivering both the strategic and operational dimensions of the Proclaim: Office for Mission Renewal. This includes overseeing parish renewal (animation), discipleship, and formation initiatives.

About CAM

Presided over by the Archbishop, the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne (CAM) is the largest Archdiocese in Australia. It comprises around 1.1 million Catholics with a wide variety of people, cultures and ministries, providing services and support including pastoral, educational, social welfare, financial and administration services.

Key Accountabilities:

• Leading the strategic implementation and operational dimensions of the Proclaim: Office for Mission Renewal in line with the strategic plan and identified priorities of the Archbishop of Melbourne
• Managing and supporting the Proclaim: Office for Mission Renewal team by building team effectiveness, collaboration, best practice, improvement and integration.
• In response to Pope Francis’s call to take the ‘missionary option’ (Evangelii Gaudium, §27) identifying, developing and implementing strategies for new initiatives, resources and programs that equip communities of faith to be vibrant, vital and viable
• Engaging, collaborating and building strong relationships and alignment with Clergy, Parishes and Catholic communities throughout the Archdiocese
• Contributing to the governance structures on the prayerful discernment and practical implementation of the Archdiocese of Melbourne parish renewal journey – Take the Way of the Gospel (TWG).
• Developing implementation strategies for the Archdiocesan formation to assist parishes and communities in providing formation opportunities and pathways for their community members seeking to engage in a life of faith and embark on the path of discipleship.
• Liaising and collaborating with Catholic associations, ecclesial movements and other groups and networks to deliver opportunities for the spiritual flourishing of missionary discipleships in the Archdiocese.
• Acts as a point of responsibility and authority on behalf of the Director.

To be successful in the role you will need to:

• Significant experience in a leadership role (preferably in a Catholic setting) as a leader of leaders.
• Advanced planning and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop workplans aligned with strategic programs of work.
• Strong ability to effectively liaise, consult and negotiate with a diverse range of stakeholders, and build positive relationships in an environment of change.
• Demonstrate an interest in and ease with working collaboratively with peers and mission partners.
• High level of integrity, honesty and confidentiality, with an awareness and appreciation of Catholic Social Teaching.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Work: Be part of a mission-driven not for profit 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.
• We live our values: Wisdom, Integrity, Honesty, Compassion, Sustainability, Forgiveness, Generosity and Courage
• Professional Environment: Join a dedicated team of professionals committed to fostering an agile and inspiring work environment. Your contributions will be valued and recognised through our CAM People Promise.

How to Apply:

Please click apply and provide us with an updated copy of your current resume & and a cover letter. For further information about this role please contact Teresa Rhynehart (Director of Mission) on [email protected] for a confidential discussion. We look forward to hearing from you and wish you all the best.

 

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.

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.