Parish Growth & Strategy Lead — Hybrid

Diocese of Chichester

Hove

Hybrid

GBP 37,080 - 45,320

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Membership of the Church Worker’s Pension Scheme
Flexi-time
Free parking

Job summary

The Diocese of Chichester is recruiting a Parish Development Officer based in Hove. This full-time role involves supporting churches in mission and ministry while encouraging their growth and renewal.

As a key member of the Parish Support Team, you will work closely with clergy and parish leadership to develop strategies and facilitate church development. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, mentoring experience, and a commitment to being a practising Christian.

The role offers flexible hours, remote work options, and generous leave benefits.

Qualifications

  • Experience of leading a church into growth and implementing Mission Action Plans.
  • Experience of training, facilitation or mentoring individuals and groups.
  • Confidence working with clergy, PCCs and volunteers.

Responsibilities

  • Develop vision, strategy and Mission Action Plans with parishes.
  • Facilitate PCC away days and group discernment.
  • Support churches in mission and ministry collaboration.
  • Provide support around leadership and team dynamics.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Organisational skills
Facilitation experience
Mentoring experience

Education

Practising Christian

Job description

The Diocese of Chichester is recruiting a Parish Development Officer based in Hove. This full-time role involves supporting churches in mission and ministry while encouraging their growth and renewal.

As a key member of the Parish Support Team, you will work closely with clergy and parish leadership to develop strategies and facilitate church development. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, mentoring experience, and a commitment to being a practising Christian.

The role offers flexible hours, remote work options, and generous leave benefits.

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