At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with local churches and develop youth programs in Darwin.
- Company: Join SU Australia, a vibrant Christian movement making a difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy 5 weeks annual leave, hybrid work, and a supportive team.
- Other info: Flexible hours available; perfect for students seeking meaningful work.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the community while growing your ministry skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in Christian ministry or not-for-profit settings is preferred.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Exciting new ministry opportunity in Darwin. Engage with local churches to grow mission in local communities. Recruit and develop volunteer Team Leaders through specialist coaching and dedicated support.
About Scripture Union Australia
SU Australia is an interdenominational Christian movement committed to supporting children, young people and their families to discover life through the provision of school chaplaincy services, camps, community-based missions, schools ministry, and at-risk youth programs. SU Australia also offers nationally recognised training programs in youth work through the SU Institute of Training (RTO 30548). SU Australia is part of the worldwide Scripture Union movement, a movement of Christians working with churches to make God’s Good News known to children, young people, and families and to encourage people of all ages to meet God daily through Bible reading and prayer.
SU Australia is a charitable 'limited by guarantee' not-for-profit organisation comprising more than 1,000 staff and thousands of volunteers, working with churches, and serving in communities in all states and territories across Australia. All SU Australia staff and volunteers are empowered and equipped to champion a child safe culture and are committed to the highest standards of safety and care in our work with children, young people, and families.
About the role
We are seeking to appoint a Ministry Coordinator to develop and sustain ministry opportunities in Darwin and the surrounding areas. As a Ministry Coordinator, you will engage with children’s and youth ministers/pastors, churches and local Christian communities to connect them with SU Australia programs. In this role, your objective will be to grow SU Australia and local church ministry and mission in Darwin and its surrounding communities. This is a full-time position, based in Darwin, that will require some out-of-work hours and travel. While this position is advertised as a full-time role, we welcome applications from those seeking part‑time arrangements; please clearly outline your preferred availability within your cover letter.
What we offer:
- 5 weeks annual leave
- Hybrid working environment
- Close knit team environment
- 2 devotion days a year and annual prayer retreat
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Experience working within a Christian setting or other not-for-profit organisation;
- Qualifications or extensive experience in Christian ministry or a related field;
- Experience in designing and delivering camps and holiday programs for children and youth;
- Demonstrated success in initiating and maintaining stakeholder relationships;
- Experience working with First Nations people and remote communities (highly regarded).
Ministry Coordinator in Darwin employer: Scripture Union Queensland
Scripture Union Australia is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that empowers staff to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in Darwin. With generous benefits such as five weeks of annual leave, hybrid working options, and opportunities for spiritual growth through devotion days and retreats, employees are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally. Joining SU Australia means being part of a dedicated team committed to fostering community connections and championing a child-safe culture.
Contact Details:
Scripture Union Queensland Recruitment Team
