• 0.6 FTE and up to 1 FTE

About Us

The Anglican Social Responsibilities Commission initiates and facilitates education which informs and supports social justice advocacy in the community, worshipping communities, schools and agencies. We develop and implement advocacy strategies targeting church, government, business and non-government sectors.

Our focus is on criminal justice, Aboriginal issues, poverty and refugees. In all our work we:

• Provide a Christian perspective and a theological basis for our approaches and actions.
• Seek guidance and empowerment through prayer.
• Where possible, work collaboratively and ecumenically with other church organisations and also with people of other faiths or none.

The Opportunity

We currently have an outstanding opportunity for a talented and dynamic individual who wants to be part of a team that is actively working towards advocating for social justice and tackling environmental issues. Reporting to the Chairperson of the Social Responsibilities Commission, you will play a key role in facilitating the Commission’s engagement with both church and non-church communities.

This role provides an opportunity to work with parish advocates and develop strategies to inform social justice and environmental issues.

About You

You are a skilled individual with a passion for social justice and the environment.

You are a practising Christian and an active communicant in the Anglican Church. You will possess a general knowledge of the life and structures of the Anglican church and can demonstrate basic theological understanding.

Your skills and experience in a similar role are highly desired. Previous exposure in a community-based organisations will also be a bonus.

What Can We Offer?

• A competitive annual salary plus superannuation
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• A culture where being authentically human is highly valued!

Take your career to the next level!

If you are an experienced and talented professional looking to create and imprint your personal and professional mark with the Social Responsibilities Commission and the Anglican Diocese of Perth, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply?

Please click 'Apply Now' to submit your application.

Initial and confidential enquiries are welcome and can be directed to The Reverend Stuart Fenner at 08 9274 1464.

For a copy of the position description, please email [email protected] using the subject line: Project Officer - Advocacy Commissions enquiry via EthicalJobs.

For more information, please visit www.perth.anglican.org/contact-us/commission-directory/src