Location: Anglican Diocese of Adelaide
Employment Type: Permanent (Full-time or Part-time)
Reports To: Ministry Wellbeing Coordinator
Are you passionate about nurturing vibrant, inclusive ministry environments for families, children, and youth? The Anglican Diocese of Adelaide is seeking a dynamic Families, Children & Youth Ministry Facilitator to champion and grow ministry initiatives across our parishes and communities.
About the Role:
This vital role promotes and supports the development of family, children, and youth ministries within the Diocese. You’ll work collaboratively with clergy, lay leaders, chaplains, and diocesan staff to foster community connections, advocate for youth, and align ministry efforts with the Diocesan Vision.
Key responsibilities:
– Support and grow family, children, and youth ministries in parishes.
– Survey current ministries and identify opportunities for development.
– Build collaboration across new and existing initiatives.
– Advocate for ministry needs in church and school communities.
– Represent youth perspectives within diocesan structures.
– Facilitate training, pastoral care, and resource sharing for ministry volunteers.
– Promote safe ministry practices and guidelines.
– Prepare regular reports and present to governing bodies
About you:
– Qualifications or experience in Pastoral Care, Early Childhood Education, Youth Work, Theology, or similar.
– A mature Christian faith and active involvement in a Christian community.
– Proven leadership in children and youth ministry within a church context.
– A passion for safe, inclusive ministry environments.
– Strong teamwork and leadership skills.
– Experience working with and motivating volunteers.
Additional Requirements
– Safe Ministry clearance (or willingness to obtain).
– First Aid and Mental Health First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
– Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
– Willingness to travel intra/interstate.
– Current driver’s license.
– Based at the Synod Office (located in North Adelaide) with regular off-site work
About Us
The Anglican Diocese of Adelaide is a vibrant and inclusive Christian community comprising over 75 worship centres across 59 parishes, twelve Anglican schools, and AnglicareSA. We are committed to showing God’s love and sharing the Gospel so that more and more may know Christ. Our vision is to see Adelaide Anglicans flourishing and united in God’s love as we:
– Grow in discipleship and share the Good News of Jesus Christ,
– Connect and engage with communities,
– Advocate and work together for social justice,
– Care for creation and each other.
Learn more at www.adelaideanglicans.com
More information:
The position description can be viewed here: Position description
If you have any questions, or would like to know more about the role, please contact: Kathryn Pugh on 04204 78815
📅 Applications Close: Friday 11 October 2025
📧 To Apply: Send your resume by email to [email protected]