Senior Bishop

Senior Bishop for the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God (UCKG) Australia

About the Role

UCKG is seeking an experienced Senior Bishop to provide spiritual leadership and pastoral care, strengthen community outreach, and support the growth of the Work of God through service, evangelism, and disciple-making. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong pastoral maturity, proven church oversight experience, and the ability to serve diverse communities. The Senior Bishop will have primary responsibility for Australia.

Location

Liverpool, NSW — Full-time position

Qualifications

• Formal theological or ministry training (e.g., pastoral care studies)

• 15 years of ordination and senior leadership service within a recognised evangelical church structure, with experience operating at Head Pastor / Regional Pastor / Bishop / Regional Bishop / Senior Bishop level

• Strong communication skills, including experience with online media ministry and public speaking as part of evangelistic work

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing weekly and daily sermons and conducting worship services.

• Overseeing the overall activities of a UCKG branch

• Providing spiritual support to members of the congregation including all pastors, pastors wives and volunteers.

• Performing Baptisms

• Overseeing the operations of 5 branches of UCKG in Australia and assisting with the oversight of overseas operations.

• Exercising financial decisions and UCKG investment decisions

• Assisting in UCKG financial matters

• Preparing and holding regular pastors meeting to coordinate ministry

• Ensuring UCKG facilities are functioning accordingly

• Overseeing community groups of the church and participating in social and welfare activities of the communities.

• Encouraging people to be aware of their responsibilities and organising participation in community projects.

• Conducting family, marriage counselling and referring people to professional service agencies where necessary

• Making sure UCKG as a whole is keeping records and abiding to the law 

• Visiting members of the community in their homes, hospitals and other institutions to provide advice and religious comfort.

• Organising and managing UCKG events

Personal Attributes

• Public speaking skills and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively

• Compassion for struggles and concern for others 

• Strong character

• Spirit-led leadership, integrity, and humility

• A pastoral heart with resilience and discretion in counselling matters

• Strong teamwork, mentoring and people-development focus

• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and respond to pastoral needs as they arise

Salary

Competitive Salary -- $80,000 to $90,000 plus superannuation.