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Program Lead, Faith Leadership

Melbourne ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ Catholic Schools

Executive Director:  Dr Edward Simons

Enquiries:  See job advertisement

Applications Close: 11/03/2026

Position: Catholic Education Staff

Type: Ongoing

Hours per Week: Full-time


Role Description/Criteria

At ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ, where we are transforming to bring to life our recently launched strategic plan: ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World.Ìý

It is an exciting time to join ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ strategy can be found here.Ìý

WHY WORK FOR US?

  • Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget
  • Access to flexible working arrangements, which include working from home arrangements
  • You will work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure you succeed in your role
  • Employee Assistant Program (EAP) supported by Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace, providing a safe and caring environment to our staff and students

The ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us.

YOUR ROLE

Join the Catholic Mission and Identity (CMI) team as Program Lead, Faith Leadership, and play a key role in strengthening mission-aligned leadership across Melbourne ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ Catholic Schools (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ). You will plan, lead, and deliver strategic formation initiatives that enhance faith leadership across ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ schools, ensuring alignment with our ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ 2030 vision and the Faith Formation Framework, Forming Hearts.

In this highly collaborative and purposeful role, you will work closely with CMI Managers, school leaders, the Catholic ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ of Melbourne, and external partners to deliver impactful formation programs and projects. You will draw on your deep understanding of Catholic theology, strategic thinking, and project management to design and implement programs that shape the next generation of Catholic leaders.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of faith leadership projects aligned with ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ 2030 strategic priorities.
  • Collaborate with CMI Managers to implement leader formation programs grounded in theology and spirituality.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with principals, Archdiocesan partners, and key stakeholders to support project success.
  • Facilitate workshops and engage with diverse audiences to promote mission-aligned leadership.
  • Apply data, research, and feedback to evaluate impact and inform continuous improvement.
  • Contribute to the liturgical and pastoral life of ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ and support cross-sector partnerships in evangelisation.

ABOUT YOU

  • Practicing Catholic active in a Eucharistic community with a demonstrated commitment to the Church’s evangelising mission.
  • Proven project leadership and planning experience in a faith-based or educational environment.
  • Strong understanding of Catholic theology, liturgy, or Religious Education.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders.
  • Experience using data and research to support continuous improvement and innovation in project delivery.

HOW TO APPLY

Please refer to the for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria.

ÌýIf you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our Talent Acquisition team by email recruitment@macs.vic.edu.au and reference the position you are interested in.

You will need to provide:

1.Ìý An up to-date Resume and

2.Ìý A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages

Note: ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check.

Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.

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Application Procedures

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Details:

Address: 228 Victoria Parade
East Melbourne

Phone: 9267 0228

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