Education Officer: Enhancing Catholic Identity

Victorian Catholic Education Authority Limited; Ballarat; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of Ballarat Catholic Education Limited (DOBCEL) seeks an Education Officer to strengthen Catholic identity across schools in the Ballarat Diocese. You will work within the Catholic Identity and Mission team to design, develop, implement and evaluate frameworks, resources and professional learning for educators and leaders.

Key responsibilities include aligning Religious Education with contemporary practice, supporting accreditation pathways and shaping approaches grounded in Gospel

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of Catholic theology and mission in education.
• Experience designing and evaluating Religious Education curricula.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support development of diocesan Catholic Identity frameworks.
• Design Religious Education curriculum resources aligned with best practice.
• Contribute to Formation for Mission programs and learning opportunities.
• Support accreditation pathways for educators and leaders.
• Develop professional learning resources and implementation tools.

Skills

Catholic Theology

Leadership

Curriculum Design

Strategic Thinking

Data Analysis

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Education Officer: Enhancing Catholic Identity

Diocese of Ballarat Catholic Education Limited (DOBCEL)

Type Ongoing

Role Position of Leadership

Hours Full-time

Closes 06-11-2026

About the role

Education Officer: Enhancing Catholic Identity

About the Role

The Education Officer: Enhancing Catholic Identity works within the Catholic Identity and Mission Team to support the design, development, implementation and evaluation of frameworks, resources and professional learning that strengthen Catholic identity across Catholic Dialogue Schools.

This strategic role contributes to the integration of Religious Education curriculum, Formation for Mission, accreditation pathways and Catholic identity enhancement across the Diocese. Working closely with school and system leaders, you will help shape contemporary approaches to Catholic education that are grounded in the Gospel while engaging confidently with the diverse experiences and worldviews of today’s communities.

Some of the Key Responsibilities of this Role Will Include

• Supporting the development, implementation and refinement of diocesan Catholic Identity frameworks;


• Designing and developing Religious Education curriculum resources aligned with contemporary educational practice;


• Assisting in the development and delivery of Formation for Mission programs and learning opportunities;


• Supporting accreditation pathways that foster professional growth and Catholic identity formation for educators and leaders;


• Developing professional learning, resources and implementation tools that strengthen educator capability;


• Analysing Catholic identity data, including ECSI and other evidence sources, to inform school improvement;


• Collaborating with key stakeholders to embed dialogue, theological reasoning, inquiry and encounter within Religious Education;


• Contributing to strategic initiatives aligned with DOBCEL Strategy 2035.


• Opportunity to contribute to the future direction of Catholic education across Western Victoria;


• Collaborative and mission-driven team environment;


• Professional growth through engagement in strategic system-wide initiatives;


• Flexible and contemporary workplace with access to ongoing professional learning;


• Supportive organisational culture committed to innovation, partnership and continuous improvement.

Key Selection Criteria

• Deep understanding of Catholic theology and the mission of Catholic education;


• Demonstrated expertise in Religious Education curriculum and contemporary pedagogical approaches;


• Significant experience leading dialogical and inquiry-based approaches to learning;


• Experience in Religious Education curriculum design, implementation and evaluation;


• Understanding of Catholic identity frameworks and the use of ECSI and other evidence sources;


• Experience developing formation programs, resources and professional learning for educators;


• Highly developed collaboration, communication and relationship-building skills;


• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing organisational frameworks that support improvement and growth;


• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate complex information into practical actions;


• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, particularly collaboration, resource development and data visualisation tools.

Applicants Will Be Required to Submit

• Resume;


• Response addressing the Key Selection Criteria.

For a Confidential Discussion About the Role Contact

Kate Lawry –Leader: Catholic Identity and Mission0428 359 854

Applications Close

6th November 2026

Guided by our vision of \"the pursuit of fullness of life for all,\" DOBCEL is committed to inclusion and the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children and young people in our care. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who support Catholic education and value the unique contributions of each person.

Address 200 Gillies Street North
Lake Wendouree, 3350