Within the Catholic Diocese of Lismore, the Alstonville/Wardell and Coraki/Evans Head Parishes have a proud history of supporting the local communities. Our people are passionate about their work and we strive for a collaborative environment that supports the community connection and good works of the Catholic Church.

The Opportunity

The Alstonville/Wardell and Coraki/Evans Head Parishes have recently joined their offices to be co-located at Alstonville, and a rare opportunity has arisen for an Administration Officer to join the team.

The Parish Administration Officer assists the Parish Priest/Manager in the administration and pastoral activities in the parish.

This opportunity is a permanent, part-time position (18 hours per week). The work hours are 9:00am to 3:30pm - Monday and Friday plus another weekday (day negotiable).

This position is classified Level 4 under the Clerk Private Sector Award (2020). The hourly rate for this position is $31.19 ($561.42 per 18-hour week) plus superannuation, paid leave and leave loading.

Key Responsibilities

General administration, finance and secretariat duties, including meeting minutes.

Prepare the parish bulletin and post on social media and manage general updates.

Create PowerPoint presentations for weekend Masses (under the direction of the Priest).

Prepare correspondence and reports on behalf of the Parish Priest.

Create rosters for weekly Masses, altar servers, Children’s Liturgy leaders and musicians. Liaise with volunteers, parents of Altar servers, musicians and singers.

Maintain personnel and volunteer records.

Support the parish’s safeguarding practices, including Safeguarding compliance checks and records.

Selection Criteria

You will have experience in an administrative role and ready to take on a role with service to the community focus.

You will have strong verbal and written communication skills.

An ability to exercise strong judgement, initiative and maintain the highest level of professionalism and discretion at all times.

You will have sound experience in the Microsoft Office suite, and ability to work across a range of technology systems, databases and platforms. Experience using Reckon Hosted is desirable, but not essential.

Organisational Culture

Our staff work in a collegial, inclusive and diverse team and we value strong relationships. We operate in a high trust environment which will suit someone who is professional and self-driven to achieve our goals and great outcomes for those we serve.

The Catholic Church is committed to safeguarding practices, including the ongoing protection and safety of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and an accessible process to advise of concerns or make disclosures of harm.

Important Information

Applicants should be able to demonstrate values that align with the Catholic Church, including the Witness, Outreach and Worship goals of the Parishes.

Candidates must have unrestricted rights to work in Australia.

A valid Australian Driver’s License, NSW Working with Children Check clearance and National Criminal History Check, or ability to obtain prior to commencement, are essential requirements for this role.

How to Apply

For any enquiries about the role, a copy of the position description, or accessibility adjustments for the application and selection process, please contact [email protected]

To apply, please submit your up-to-date resume and a cover letter through Seek. Your cover letter should briefly address the selection criteria and summarise your interest in this role.

Applications close 9am Monday, 3 November 2025.