Diocesan Director - Perth

12-month maternity leave cover | Part-time (2 days per week)Champion Caritas Australia’s mission through education, advocacy and community partnerships.Join a leading NFP tackling poverty & building a better future for all

Make a meaningful impact in a role that connects faith, justice and community. This opportunity offers the chance to bring Caritas Australia’s vision to life across the Perth Diocese.

About Caritas Australia

We are Compassion in Action. Caritas Australia is the international humanitarian and aid agency of the Australian Catholic Church. We have a vision to end poverty, promote justice and uphold dignity for all. We partner with the most vulnerable communities to help them build better outcomes by improving access to sustainable livelihoods, clean water, sanitation and education.

Why work for Caritas Australia?

About

You will join a team of like-minded individuals who are passionate about tackling poverty and injustice. As part of the Caritas Australia team, you will also benefit from:

Advance your career within the International Aid & Development sector with a focus on professional development and on the job learning opportunitiesHybrid working arrangements, to support your work/life balanceGenerous leave benefits including wellbeing, birthday, and 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leaveNot-for-Profit salary packaging offered

What does the role involve?

Reporting to the National Diocesan Director Manager, you will be responsible for bringing the vision and mission of Caritas Australia to life across the diocese. Appointed in partnership with the Archbishop, this role is highly relational, outward-facing and purpose-driven, working closely with schools, parishes and the wider Catholic community to inspire action for justice and compassion.

Key Responsibilities Will Include (but Not Limited To)

Leading diocesan engagement in Caritas Australia’s mission through education, advocacy, fundraising and ecological justice initiatives.Building strong relationships with Catholic schools, parishes and volunteers, including developing and supporting a network of parish representatives.Designing and delivering engaging presentations, workshops and events (such as Project Compassion launches) across the diocese.Representing Caritas Australia at diocesan events and collaborating with internal teams to support fundraising, communications and supporter engagement.

This role is based at the Perth Diocesan Office and operates under a hybrid working model, including at least one day per week in the diocesan office.

Who are we looking for?

The successful candidate will be a purpose driven professional who is committed to their faith and to the mission of Caritas Australia - to end poverty and injustice by promoting human dignity for all. They will have a mix of the following qualifications, skills and experience:

A tertiary qualification in Education, Theology, Community Engagement or Communications, or equivalent experience delivering faith-based workshops, professional learning, or community engagement initiatives.Proven experience collaborating with diocesan authorities, parishes, schools, agencies, or wider communities to promote social and ecological justice grounded in Catholic Social Teaching.Excellent verbal, written, presentation, organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to manage multiple projects and events effectively.

How to apply

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications. We value diverse experiences, and we believe in potential. If you’re passionate about this role and believe you can make a valuable contribution, we’d love to hear from you!

For any further questions or enquiries, please contact the people team at People.Culture@caritas.org.au. Otherwise, please submit your cover letter and CV through the relevant links.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us.

Our commitment to safeguarding – Caritas Australia recognises the personal dignity and rights of all people, especially children and vulnerable adults. As part of your employment, you will be required to undergo relevant background checks (Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, Reference Checks), abide by our safeguarding policies, and sign our Code of Conduct including Professional Behaviour Standards for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults.

Our commitment to diversity - Caritas Australia encourages and supports an inclusive and diverse workforce. We consider applications regardless of race, sex, gender, age and disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of minority groups, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Our commitment to safety and wellbeing - Depending on your role, Caritas Australia may require you to undertake health checks or receive vaccinations to ensure your safety and wellbeing at work.