About The Role
This is a varied and interesting role and we are looking for someone who:
• is able to work independently as well as with a large number of people;
• has good communication skills;
• has a basic working knowledge of The Church of England
• is proficient in the Microsoft 365 suite and other IT skills
• can use their own initiative in consultation with the Vicar to solve a range of problems and issues as they arise
For a detailed job profile, please contact Fr Jason.
In brief:
1. Management of the Parish Office
2. Management of the Building
3. Estate Management
4. Routine Financial Management
5. Ordering of office and cleaning supplies and managing service contracts.
6. Any other duties as required by the post
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
Essential
• Excellent organisational skills
• Experience working in an office or church administration
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent IT skills including experience of Microsoft 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint), website administration
Desirable
• Basic working knowledge of Church of England processes
• Working knowledge of GDPR
Personal Attributes
• To demonstrate a mature and sensitive manner in dealing with members of the public, and in fostering good relationships with ‘staff’, volunteers, and other regular contacts
• A capacity to work on your own and as part of a team, confident to take initiative
• The ability to handle multiple tasks and work to deadlines
• To understand and respect the need for confidentiality
Equal Opportunities
The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME) and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.