Project Officer

Archdiocese of Brisbane; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Archdiocese of Brisbane invites a dedicated Project Officer to support youth and young adults across parishes, schools and communities. You will develop and deliver youth ministry initiatives, empower young leaders and strengthen faith formation opportunities in Brisbane.

The role requires evening/weekend work, flexibility for four days per week for part-time, and collaboration with the Director and wider team to foster engaging faith experiences for young people.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years' experience in youth ministry (essential).
• Experience in a leadership role guiding, supporting others.
• Understanding of and commitment to Catholic Church mission and values.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience facilitating presentations, workshops or formation activities.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to obtain and maintain pre-employment screenings (Blue Card, National Criminal History Check).

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of youth and young adult ministry initiatives across the Archdiocese.
• Prepare and facilitate presentations, workshops and faith formation activities.
• Build relationships with young people, youth leaders, parishes, schools and communities.
• Provide practical ministry support to Encounter Youth Project and teams.
• Support and develop youth leaders through formation, coaching, mentoring and resources.
• Collaborate with parishes and schools to strengthen youth engagement and opportunities.
• Develop and share resources to support sustainable local youth ministry.
• Promote opportunities for youth to participate in Catholic faith and community initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Initiative

Flexibility

Education

Undergraduate theology/education/liberal arts related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Job description

Support youth ministry initiatives, empower young leaders and create meaningful faith formation opportunities across the Archdiocese.

05th November, 2026

Project Officer - Youth & Young Adults
Location: Brisbane CBD - Francis Rush Centre
Employment Type: Full-Time
Organisation: Archdiocesan Ministries

About Us
The Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane makes a positive impact on the lives of hundreds of thousands of Queenslanders every week through its network of parishes, schools, ministries and community services.

Archdiocesan Ministries works to inspire and empower parishes and communities to encounter Jesus and live the joy of the Gospel. Through our Youth & Young Adults team, we are committed to supporting young people in their faith journeys, developing future leaders and creating opportunities for meaningful engagement in the life and mission of the Church.

About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Project Officer to join our Youth & Young Adults team, supporting the development and delivery of youth ministry initiatives across the Archdiocese of Brisbane.
Reporting to the Director, Youth & Young Adults, you will work collaboratively with the wider team to engage young people, support youth leaders and strengthen faith formation opportunities across parishes, schools and communities.

This is a full-time position, with flexibility to consider part-time arrangements of four days per week for a suitable candidate.

The role involves regular evening and weekend activities, with time off in lieu available in accordance with organisational arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of youth and young adult ministry initiatives across the Archdiocese.
• Prepare and facilitate presentations, workshops and faith formation activities that inspire and engage young people.
• Build positive relationships with young people, youth leaders, parishes, schools and community groups.
• Provide practical ministry support to the Encounter Youth Project and its teams.
• Support and develop youth leaders through formation, coaching, mentoring and resources.
• Collaborate with parishes and schools to strengthen youth engagement and ministry opportunities.
• Develop and share resources and tools to support sustainable local youth ministry.
• Promote opportunities for young people to participate in Catholic faith and community initiatives.

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic and faith-driven professional who enjoys working with young people, building relationships and supporting others in their faith journeys.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A minimum of three years' experience in youth ministry within the Catholic Church (essential).
• Experience in a leadership role, with the ability to guide, support and encourage others.
• A demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the mission and values of the Catholic Church.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage young people and diverse stakeholders.
• Experience facilitating presentations, workshops or formation activities.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Initiative, flexibility and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Canva.
• A willingness to work evenings and weekends as required.
• The ability to obtain and maintain relevant pre-employment screening clearances, including a Queensland Blue Card and National Criminal History Check.

An undergraduate qualification in theology, education, liberal arts or a related field will be highly regarded but is not essential.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
• Contribute to the growth and development of Catholic youth ministry across Brisbane.
• Work within a collaborative and mission-focused team.
• Be part of a welcoming organisation committed to faith, service and community.

Accessibility and Inclusivity

The Archdiocese of Brisbane is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive environment where all job candidates can fully engage in the recruitment process. We acknowledge and actively support the inclusion, respect, and equitable treatment of, including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and people from culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse backgrounds. If you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments or information in an alternative format during the recruitment process, please contact us to discuss how we can support your participation. We respect your privacy and confidentiality. Information is shared with other staff only as reasonably necessary to arrange workplace accessibility adjustments.