Diocesan Director Brisbane
Diocesan Director Brisbane
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Job Description
Caritas Australia and the Archdiocese of Brisbane are seeking a passionate person to join the Caritas network of Diocesan Directors who make real the vision of Caritas Australia at the local archdiocesan level.
About Caritas Australia
We are Compassion in Action. Caritas Australia is the international humanitarian and aid agency of the Australian Catholic Church. We have a vision to end poverty promote justice and uphold dignity for all. We partner with the most vulnerable communities to help them build better outcomes by improving access to sustainable livelihoods clean water sanitation and education.
More about the role
This paid role appointed by Caritas Australia in conjunction with the Archbishop promotes the work of Caritas Australia within the archdiocese through education fundraising advocacy and relationships with Catholic schools parishes and the wider Catholic community.
This is a flexible role averaging up to 1115 hours per week across the year with more hours required during our Project Compassion appeal (FebruaryMay).
In this role you will be responsible for:
- Promoting the mission of Caritas Australia across your diocese by building relationships with individuals clergy diocesan agencies volunteers parishes and schools with the support of and in partnership with the Community Partnerships Team.
- Communicating and promoting the work and mission of Caritas Australia to every Catholic parish and school including fundraising campaigns Catholic Earthcare (including building the network) emergency appeals advocacy campaigns and initiatives such as Global Gifts.
- Developing a network of parish representatives/volunteers to extend the reach of Caritas Australia across the diocese.
- Representing Caritas Australia at diocesan events visiting schools and parishes and organising events such as the Project Compassion launch.
- Tracking engagement reporting and updating key school parish and diocesan contacts.
- Collaborating with the Community Fundraising Team and Supporter Experience Team to coordinate donations followup and thank schools parishes and organisations for their support.
About you
For this role we are seeking an energetic individual with a mix of the following skills and experience:
- A strong commitment to the mission of Caritas Australia the ethos of the Catholic Church and Catholic Social Teaching
- A desire to represent Caritas Australia in the Archdiocese with flexible work hours depending on the project
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- A preparedness to work collaboratively with Archdiocesan authorities and other agencies parishes schools and the wider community
For any further questions or enquiries please contact Nicole Dobrohotoff at
You can apply directly through this ad or by sending your cover letter and CV to Nicole Dobrohotoff.
Our commitment to safeguardingCaritas Australia recognises the personal dignity and rights of all people especially children and vulnerable adults. As part of your employment you will be required to undergo relevant background checks (Police Checks Working with Children Checks Reference Checks) abide by our safeguarding policies and sign our Code of Conduct including Professional Behaviour Standards for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults.
Our commitment to diversity Caritas Australia encourages and supports an inclusive and diverse workforce. We consider applications regardless of race sex gender age and disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people members of minority groups nonbinary people and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Our commitment to safety and wellbeing Depending on your role Caritas Australia may require you to undertake health checks or receive vaccinations to ensure your safety and wellbeing at work.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
