Stella Maris Australia, formerly known as the Apostleship of the Sea in Australia, is the Catholic Church’s missionary work to seafarers.

More information about the organisation can be found here: https://stellamarisaustralia.org/

The Stella Maris National Committee operates to promote a national approach to the Stella Maris ministry and to raise awareness of international and local imperatives.

Applications are invited from persons with a passion for seafarer ministry, and a background in corporate governance, ideally within Catholic works, to join the National Committee. We are seeking persons with skills in some of the following: board chair and/or directorship, strategy, policy development, finance, business partnering, philanthropy, risk, training and development, communications or ecumenical relations.

This is a part-time, voluntary role, for a fixed term of three years, with the opportunity to apply for a further three-year appointment. Periodic travel to regional Stella Maris centres may be required. Monthly meetings are held online. There is a requirement to meet in person, up to twice per year. All related travel costs are funded. Participation in voluntary ongoing personal formation will be a requirement in the role.

If you are interested in knowing more about this unique and exciting opportunity in Church mission, or would like to receive a position description, please contact Mr Greg Baynie, via email: [email protected].

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 22nd July, 2026.