Human Resources

Communications Coordinator (Part-Time)
Holy Trinity Parish Lower Sackville, NS

A calling is a pull toward something you feel uniquely qualified to do and enjoy passionately. Holy Trinity Parish is seeking a part time Communications Coordinator (14 hours per week) to support the Pastor and Leadership Team. Are you being called?

Reporting to the Pastor, the Communications Coordinator will provide hands on communications by being the lead in providing and maintaining our communications updates and strategy, including social media accounts, electronic signage, managing the parish calendar, mass email updates to parishioners etc.

Who You are. You are self-driven and detail oriented, as well as a strong communicator. Your strengths include organizational and planning skills, the ability to prioritize and work well in a demanding, fast-paced environment, and a desire to contribute to, and be a part of, a fun-filled engaging work environment. You have a reputation for adding value to all that you do and you are a team player who understands that we are stronger when we work together to serve God. If this sounds like it was written for you, we need to hear from you.

The successful candidate:

• Displays and maintains an active spiritual life rooted in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, committed to personal prayer, and has a passion for parish renewal

• Previous experience in church communications would be an asset

• Has above average organizational and communication skills

• Demonstrate proficiency with technology including G-suite products; Adobe, video conferencing (Zoom); website updates and bulk email tools such as Mailchimp.

• Has strong interpersonal skills, with above average written and oral communication skills with the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

• Has above average initiative and demonstrated flexibility as well the ability to work with minimal supervision

A job description is available upon request.

This is a part-time position of 14 hours per week, with some flexibility as to the hours.

How to Apply:

If you feel called to this ministry and have the necessary qualifications, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with Communications Coordinator in the subject line.

Applications will be accepted until November 11, 2024.

Condition of employment:

The offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of references and credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer.

We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Faith Formation Coordinator (Part-Time)

Divine Mercy Parish

Archdiocese of Halifax - Yarmouth

Accountability:

The Faith Formation Coordinator is directly accountable to the Pastor or his designate.

About Divine Mercy Parish:

By demonstrating Jesus’ values of compassion, mercy, and love, Divine Mercy Parish fosters the wholesome growth and development of our community in faith and service by proclamation of the Word, celebration of the Sacraments, and by reaching out to all in need of spiritual, pastoral, and temporal help.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Faith Formation Coordinator who will play an essential role in this mission. The Faith Formation Coordinator will assist the parish to provide and incorporate catechetical, social, liturgical, and service components to all parish ministries. These parish programs and ministries are to be grounded in Church teaching and to help all people live out the mission of the Church given to us by Jesus Christ.

The position requires 18 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends.

Main responsibilities and duties:

• Supports faith formation initiatives, including children and youth ministries, adult faith formation programs, other ministries, and small groups as assigned
• Develops and executes processes for catechesis that prepares families for sacraments of initiation (i.e. baptism, first communication, confirmation, and RCIA)
• Maintains accurate, confidential records of participants, sacramental preparation, and program evaluations.
• Builds relationships and helps guide inquirers thorough their questions and concerns with pastoral sensitivity and tact.
• Plays an active role in the planning and delivery of parish events including, but not limited to, the parish mission, leadership summits, etc.
• Creates and nurtures an active leadership pipeline, mentor volunteers, and always works to develop volunteer, parishioner led ministries
• Ensures all faith formation volunteers meet the Responsible Ministry requirements
• Sundry duties as assigned to parish life

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Religious Education, or a related field would be asset
• A faithful Catholic, active in the church’s liturgical and sacramental life, with an active spiritual life, personal prayer life, and relationship with Jesus Christ
• Demonstrated successful experience working with children and youth and evident passion for growing disciples of Jesus Christ
• Team player with a commitment to the mission and passion for parish renewal.
• Commitment to ongoing professional and personal development and learning
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – Heart for hospitality
• Volunteer or working experience in a parish context
• Has a heart for servant leadership – we lead by serving others
• Experience delivering catechesis, religious programming, sacramental prep, etc.
• Demonstrates above average written and oral communication skills with the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently

How to Apply:

If you feel that the Holy Spirit is steering you to this ministry and you have the necessary qualifications, we need to hear from you! Submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest and experience to Andrea Antonio: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  with Faith Formation Coordinator in the subject line.

Applications will be accepted until November 22, 2024.

Condition of employment:

The offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of references and credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer.

We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.