Senior Campus Chaplaincy Lead

The University of Notre Dame Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame Australia in Sydney is seeking a Senior Chaplaincy Officer to lead campus Chaplaincy, fostering the Catholic intellectual tradition through faith, service and community life.

Based at the Sydney campus, this full-time continuing role involves pastoral care, event support, office administration, and developing faith formation programs for students and staff in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in chaplaincy or campus ministry.
• Understanding Catholic teachings and Catholic education.
• Experience leading faith formation, pastoral care, events or community activities.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Organisational skills including managing priorities and budgets.
• Proficiency with MS Office and online communication tools.
• Commitment to Notre Dame’s mission and values.
• Willingness to participate in training and development.
• Ability to work in a friendly, collaborative team.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Be present on campus and provide pastoral care and support to students and staff.
• Support major University events, including Orientation, Graduation Masses and Open Days.
• Help run the Chaplaincy Office, including administration, budgets, events and records.
• Create faith and spiritual programs that support students and staff.
• Plan spiritual activities such as retreats, prayer, scripture readings and Mass.
• Welcome people of all faith backgrounds and help create an inclusive community.
• Build strong partnerships with local parishes, dioceses and Catholic organisations.

Skills

Pastoral care

Faith formation

Communications

Teamwork

Organisation

Budget management

MS Office

Professional development

Interpersonal skills

Study benefits

Education

Relevant qualification in Chaplaincy or Religious Education

Tools

MS Office

Online communication tools

Job description

The University of Notre Dame Australia in Sydney is seeking a Senior Chaplaincy Officer to lead campus Chaplaincy, fostering the Catholic intellectual tradition through faith, service and community life.

Based at the Sydney campus, this full-time continuing role involves pastoral care, event support, office administration, and developing faith formation programs for students and staff in a welcoming, inclusive environment.