Scots’ Church Office Manager
The Scots’ Church, located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, has a deep sense of history and a vibrant living presence in the city. A diverse body of people gathers each week to worship God in a variety of styles and settings including traditional, contemporary and international. Alongside our many faith-based activities, we host a variety of conferences and musical events. Rooms are frequently hired for corporate seminars, school groups and other meetings and events.
We are seeking a personable and well organised Office Manager to join our team on a full-time basis to efficiently manage the administrative and operational activities of the church. You will possess strong organisational skills, a highly proactive approach, warmth and discretion, and an appreciation for the traditional culture of The Scots’ Church and our contemporary Christ-centred mission in modern day Melbourne.
About the role
The Office Manager is a key member of a small and supportive team, playing a pivotal role in the smooth and efficient operation of The Scots’ Church by providing administrative support and coordination across its various functions. This position serves as the welcoming face and voice of the church, provides personal assistance to the Senior Minister and General Manager, coordinates the activities of operational staff and volunteers, and supports the church’s communication and event needs. Key responsibilities include:
- Front office management
- Personal Assistant to the Senior Minister and General Manager
- Operations and special events coordination
- Co-ordination of external venue bookings
- Database and records management
- Financial and general office administration
About you
The successful candidate will meet the following selection criteria:
- Proven experience in an administrative or office management role.
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively in a dynamic environment.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with database management systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to produce high-quality materials.
- A professional, discreet, and warm demeanour, capable of interacting effectively with diverse groups of people.
- Ability to work independently with initiative, as well as collaboratively within a small team.
- Basic to intermediate graphic design skills, with hands-on experience using the Adobe software suite, e.g., InDesign, Photoshop (desirable but not essential).
- A demonstrated alignment with the values, culture and mission of The Scots’ Church.
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to the vibrant life and ministry of The Scots’ Church by ensuring its administrative and operational functions operate with excellence and warmth.
How to apply
Please request a detailed Position Description by emailing the General Manager at gm@scotschurch.com
To be considered for the role, submit your resume and cover letter to the General Manager at gm@scotschurch.com addressing the job and person specifications in the Position Description.
The closing date for this position is 4 August. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date.
MARY LYNCH
General Manager
The Scots’ Church Melbourne
PCV MINISTRY LEADERSHIP COACH
The Ministry Development Committee invites suitable candidates with a passion for gospel-centred leadership and church revitalisation to apply for the Ministry Leadership Coach role within the Presbyterian Church of Victoria.
If you are a Christlike leader with experience in pastoral ministry, ministry coaching/mentoring, and church leadership development, we invite your interest in this new role. Please click here to explore the position description, terms of employment and how to apply.
Confidential enquiries can be directed to MDC Convener, Rev. Stuart Withers
Mobile: 0411 191 337
Email: stuart.withers@pcv.org.au
Applications must be received by 5pm (AEST) Monday, 23 June, 2025
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WYNDHAM PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IS
SEEKING ITS NEXT PASTOR
Rev Peter Greiner, currently on Long Service Leave, has notified his intention to retire in February 2025. The congregation has elected a Selection Committee which is now inviting expressions of interest from ordained PCA ministers or licentiates.
Wyndham is a Pastoral Charge. Its parish bounds are within Wyndham City, the fastest growing Local Government Area in Australia.
You can download the church’s prospectus here
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Interim Moderator
Wyndham Presbyterian Church
Seeking a Minister for South Yarra Presbyterian Church
South Yarra Presbyterian Church, a congregation of the Presbyterian Church of Australia, was established on its present site in 1854 and has continued to proclaim the gospel in the inner suburbs of Melbourne. The congregation is now looking to call a new senior minister.
We are a Reformed and evangelical church that values sound preaching and a confessional approach to worship, teaching and congregational life. We are thankful for a tradition of fine preachers and pastors and want to maintain a faithful and welcoming witness to the gospel. We are currently a vigorous congregation with between 40 and 50 regularly attending, with an active eldership, drawing people both from South Yarra and across Melbourne, from a variety of cultural backgrounds. Our property’s size and inner-city location provides considerable scope for future ministry, and we are looking to renew our heritage church building as part of that process.
Our selection committee is seeking expressions of interest from those with experience in congregational ministry, who prize the preaching of the Word and welcome the opportunity to pastor within a confessionally Reformed context.
For further details, please contact the Interim Moderator, Rev. Graham Nicholson, g.nicholson02@gmail.com, or the Session Clerk, Rev. Ben Nelson, at ben.nelson@ptc.vic.edu.au. Visit www.southyarrachurch.org to find out more about our congregation.
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This Parish is looking to call a pastor in 12-24 months time. The ministry is currently served by a full-time interim pastor, under whom much growth is taking place, following a long ministry by the recently retired minister.
The Selection Committee are seeking a pastor to build on this solid and encouraging foundation, as younger families are being drawn into fellowship..
Koroit is seeing much development as it borders the city of Warrnambool, and prosperous farmland; Port Fairy is a unique tourist town on the coast.
If you sense God’s leading to this ministry, please get in touch with the Interim Moderator, Rev Rod Waterhouse at rodwhouse@gmail.com or 0438 555 983.