Shape the future of formation and mission across one of Australia’s leading Catholic education ministries.

• Lead formation and mission across the Australian Loreto network
• Join the executive leadership of Loreto Ministries
• Inspire and accompany leaders in the spirit of Mary Ward

About Loreto Ministries

Loreto Ministries is a Catholic Ministerial Public Juridic Person (MPJP) entrusted with the governance and leadership of six Loreto schools across Australia. Inspired by the Gospel and the vision of Mary Ward, we work with Steward Directors, school Boards and Principals to ensure our ministries flourish in faith, education and service, empowering young people to seek truth, act with courage and contribute to a more just world.

Discover more about Loreto Ministries, our schools and the vision that inspires our work by visiting the Loreto Ministries website: www.loretoministries.org.au

About the Role

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of mission and formation across the Australian Loreto network.

Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Steward Directors and Loreto Ministries Leadership Team, you will lead the strategic development of formation across Loreto Ministries, ensuring the mission, charism and values of Mary Ward continue to inspire governance, leadership and decision-making.

As part of a small team based at the Loreto Centre in Hawthorn East, you will design and lead formation experiences, develop mission resources, accompany senior leaders and foster a culture where Catholic identity is lived authentically throughout the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic leadership for an organisation’s formation and mission program
• Proven ability in designing, facilitating and evaluating formation experiences for Steward Directors, Board Directors, Principals, executive leaders and staff
• The capacity to develop new and creative mission and formation resources grounded in the Mary Ward tradition
• Ability to support the implementation of Loreto Ministries’ strategic mission priorities
• Demonstrated success in designing and leading adult formation
• Demonstrated capacity to build strong relationships across the Loreto network and with key partners
• Demonstrated ability to promote a culture of discernment, collaboration and mission-centred leadership.

This is a full-time position with some interstate travel required.

What we are seeking

We seek a collaborative and authentic leader who combines theological understanding with practical leadership. We are looking for someone passionate about Catholic mission, who enjoys forming others for leadership and is committed to helping people grow in their understanding of purpose, faith and service. We are seeking someone who is creative in their work and an individual who thrives in a team environment.

You will bring:

• a demonstrated commitment to the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church, together with an understanding of the role of a Ministerial Public Juridic Person within the Church
• tertiary qualifications in theology, missiology, religious education, ministry leadership or a related discipline (or currently undertaking postgraduate study)
• experience in Catholic identity, formation and mission within education or another faith-based setting
• proven ability to design, facilitate and evaluate adult formation and leadership programs
• exceptional relationship-building, communication and facilitation skills
• demonstrated strategic thinking, planning and organisational capability
• experience leading and developing teams to achieve shared goals.

Why Join Loreto Ministries?

This is an opportunity to make a lasting contribution to the future of Catholic education and leadership in Australia.

You will enjoy:

• a senior leadership role with purpose and influence
• the opportunity to work alongside Steward Directors, Principals, Board Chairs and executive leaders across the Loreto network
• a collaborative workplace committed to faith, education, justice and the vision of Mary Ward
• hybrid working arrangements, salary packaging, five weeks annual leave.

If you are seeking a role where you can combine strategic leadership, theological insight and a passion for formation to make a lasting difference, we encourage you to apply.

Enquiries and Application Process

For a confidential discussion about this position and to obtain a copy of the Information Pack please contact Anthony Spata at Reach HR on 0402 210 055 or [email protected]

Applications should be sent directly to [email protected] and must include a resume and cover letter. Your cover letter should outline your suitability for the role, in particular, how you meet each of the Key Requirements outlined above.

Applications close 5 August 2026.

As this is a full-time role, only candidates with the unrestricted right to work in Australia will be considered.

The successful candidate must have a Working with Children Check clearance and National Police Check clearance prior to employment.