At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Catholic Mission Network by coordinating events, communications, and resources.
- Company: Join a mission-driven organisation promoting the Anglo-Catholic tradition.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time hours, competitive salary, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and engagement with diverse stakeholders.
- Why this job: Be a key player in a national initiative that empowers local parishes.
- Qualifications: Experience in administration, event coordination, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We are looking for a proactive, organised and skilled Programme Officer to support the Catholic Mission Network (CMN) Programme, a national 3-year initiative dedicated to encouraging and equipping Anglo-Catholic parishes for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of a nationally funded programme, working alongside clergy, lay leaders and senior church stakeholders to facilitate training, communications, events, and resource development to support parishes and priests affiliated to the society.
If you are an experienced administrator with excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and a passion for supporting effective programmes, we would love to hear from you.
About the Role
The society is an ecclesial body that exists to promote and sustain the Anglo-Catholic tradition within the life and mission of the Church of England. Reporting to the National Missioner, the Programme Officer will support the day-to-day delivery of the Catholic Mission Network programme. The role combines administration, communications, event coordination, database management and online resource management. You will be the first point of contact for programme enquiries and will help ensure that CMN activities are delivered efficiently and effectively.
In this role you will:
- Act as the first point of contact for programme enquiries and support the smooth running of the CMN programme.
- Produce and distribute a monthly e-newsletter.
- Manage and update the CMN online resource hub.
- Organise and promote meetings, training events and support the delivery of online and in-person training events and conferences.
- Work with regional contacts to develop and maintain a central database of Society parishes and clergy.
- Monitor expenditure and assist with budget tracking and reporting.
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
- Experience in administration, communications and programme coordination.
- Experience of organising meetings, events and online activities.
- Experience of managing budgets, databases and producing reports.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Intranets and video conferencing platforms such as Teams or Zoom.
- Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational and project management abilities.
- The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- Confidence working with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior church leaders.
- Knowledge and understanding of, and commitment to, the mission and ethos of the Church of England.
You can view full details of the job description and person specification when you apply.
Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment and to comply with the relevant safeguarding policy. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and the post will involve travelling around the Diocese, some evening work and occasional work at weekends.
Programme Officer in Hove employer: Diocese of Chichester
As a Programme Officer with the Catholic Mission Network in Hove, you will join a supportive and mission-driven team dedicated to fostering growth within Anglo-Catholic parishes. The role offers flexible part-time hours, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, all while contributing to meaningful initiatives that impact communities. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and a collaborative work culture, this position is ideal for those seeking a rewarding career in a faith-based environment.
