NextGen Ministry Leader – Bairnsdale Uniting Church

Advertised salary

$39.22 per hour + superannuation

 

Three key points

Make a difference within our community

Great culture and supportive team

Values & Christian Faith-based organization

 

Short Job Description

Are you passionate about developing and leading engaging and creative Christian faith community outreach programs?

 

Job Description 

About the Role

The NextGen Ministry Leader is responsible for planning, developing and implementing programs and initiatives that build connection, community and support for families and young people.

The person in this role builds rapport with partners across the community, churches and other organisations, to effectively collaborate and successfully deliver on effective and successful programs and initiatives for families and young people.

The NextGen Ministry Leader will work under the support and direction of Church Council, the Minister, the Family Youth Ministry Committee, and an external supervisor.

This is an ongoing position, working 19 hours per week (times and days to be negotiable).

This role will work out of Bairnsdale and may work across surrounding localities within close proximity and cultural communities locally and further afield.

 

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

  • A relevant qualification in education, ministry or youth work, or demonstrated experience related to working with young people. Such as in one or more of the following:

    • Certificate in Social or Community Work.

    • Experience at camps/outdoor education.

    • Leadership in a community youth organization e.g. Scout/Guides, coaching sports.

    • Experience in schools, such as teaching, chaplaincy or working as an aide.

  • Demonstrates a passion for outreach programs and a desire to develop and lead engaging and creative Christian faith programs.

  • Experience in networking, building sound relationships with and being a leader for children, youth and families within and outside the Church Community.

  • An understanding of child developmental and behavioural challenges, and positive management strategies, would be beneficial.

  • Experience in the use of music, drama or art would be an advantage. 

The successful candidate will have:

  • A driver’s licence and access to a vehicle

  • A Working with Children Card

  • The right to work in Australia

  • To undergo a National Police Check before commencement

 

How to Apply

  • Submit your application to:  jjleggatt@gmail.com (Chair of the Youth and Family Ministry Team)

  • Please attach three documents to your email in PDF format: your Resume, a Cover Letter and Response to the key selection criteria found within the position description.

  • Applications close midnight on Monday the 16th of November, 2026.

  • Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted

  • For all queries, please email jjleggatt@gmail.com 

 

The Uniting Church in Australia

Uniting Church in Australia (UCA) is an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and equal opportunity in employment. We welcome applications from all candidates from culturally diverse backgrounds, First peoples and all others regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability and sexual orientation.