Parish Administration Assistant
Sunshine North
Parish Administration Assistant
Part Time | 1 Day per week
7 hours / week – Wednesday
The vibrant and welcoming Parish of St. Bernadette (Sunshine North) is seeking a proactive and professional Parish Administrator to become an essential part of our mission-driven team. Located in Sunshine North, St Bernadette’s strives to serve as a place of community and faith.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As our Parish Administrator you will support our Parish Secretary as the first point of contact for our parishioners and visitors – providing vital reception, administrative, and secretarial support. Working closely with the Parish Priest and team, you’ll help ensure the Parish Office operates smoothly, professionally, and efficiently.
In addition, this role may be required to support the Parish Office needs during other staff leave period.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Support the Parish Secretary to welcome visitors and manage front desk operations
- Coordinate calls, emails, and calendar scheduling
- Maintain office supplies and liaise with other service providers
- Support the preparation of newsletters and sacramental documents
- Assist in the management of parish records, website, and digital systems using our inhouse software platform (PACEM)
- Assist in facilitating the thanksgiving program administration
- Provide logistical support for parish liturgies, groups, and safeguarding compliance
- Have the ability and confidence to step in as the Parish Secretary during periods of leave.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Solid Microsoft Office skills and ideally PACEM experience or the willingness to learn
- A friendly, can-do attitude and professional appearance
- Strong communication and organisation skills
- A proactive approach and love for continuous improvement and efficiencies
- Respect for the mission and values of the Catholic Church
- Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and safe working practices
YOU’LL ALSO NEED
- A valid Working With Children Check
- A current National Police Check
- Completion of Catholic Safeguarding Essentials Training (to be completed upon hire)
WHY JOIN US?
Working with us at St Bernadette’s offers more than just a role – it’s a calling to serve with purpose. Be part of a collaborative and mission-led environment where hospitality, respect, and service are at the heart of everything we do.
HOW TO APPLY
To express your interest, please email your cover letter (telling us a bit about yourself and why you’re drawn to this role) to HR.Recruitment@cam.org.au, to the attention of Sandra Hill – HRBP for Parishes
Please refer to the position description for further details.