The Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE

 

The role of the Pastor at New City Church (NCC) is to provide spiritual and pastoral service and leadership for the church, establishing the vision, developing teams, engaging and building relationships with the wider church, and discipling the community as we strive towards our vision: that all might find refuge and life in Jesus.

The NCC Pastor will guide the physical gathering, spiritual growth, relational development, and missional engagement of a church of LGBTIQA+ individuals and allies.

A key element of the role is the development and support of a team of hard-working volunteers, without whom the church cannot function.

 

NCC’S VISION

 

We proudly stand as an LGBTQIA+ affirming church, and we provide a space where people can explore faith in fresh, exciting, and inclusive ways.

NCC exists that “all might find refuge and life in Jesus.” We affirm that everyone is welcome at the table - literally (in terms of the communion table) and metaphorically (in the sense of God’s wide welcome for all, which we as the church are invited to incarnate).

We are an open and inclusive faith community, welcoming all who wish to journey with us as we seek to faithfully follow Jesus, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, theological questions, or particular doctrinal lens.

We are firmly grounded in the Bible and also recognise that our understanding can continually grow and deepen. We welcome gaining fresh insights into God's word while staying rooted in scripture.

You can find out more about NCC here. 

 

REPORTS TO

 

The Pastor reports directly to the Board of New City Church.

The Pastor reports indirectly to the New City Church community, and is expected to act in a transparent and accountable manner.

 

DIRECT REPORTS

 

The Pastor currently has one direct employed report, the Church Administrator. However, it is expected that the Pastor fosters diverse leadership among the community, establishing a replicable structure of accountability and development.

 

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

The Pastor is responsible for:

Strategy and Vision

  • Together with the Board and in dialogue with the community, developing, communicating, and energising the strategy and vision of NCC.

  • Working with the Church Administrator to develop and enact a social media vision and plan.

Pastoral Duties

  • Providing compassionate, evidence-based, trauma-informed, and timely care to a diverse range of people, both within the community and those who reach out to us from outside.

  • Developing teams to confidently provide care and ongoing support for the members of the NCC community.

Preaching and Story-telling

  • Preaching and speaking, sharing messages, insights and reflections to build trust and understanding within the community.

  • Empowering, equipping and training a diverse range of people to deliver preaching and story-telling in a supported and nurturing environment.

  • Developing a preaching and speaking schedule that grows the community both in depth of relationship with one another, while nurturing and growing community and individual capacity to follow in the footsteps of Jesus.

Gatherings and Events

  • In line with our values of community, hospitality, creativity, growth and justice, organising a range of gatherings and events.

  • Supporting and developing teams to lead these, including (but not limited to):

    • Sunday Gatherings

    • Retreats

    • Conferences (Past examples being the Future Church Conference)

    • Community Groups

    • Social Gatherings

    • Worship Nights

  • Working with the Church Administrator to oversee the rostering for Sunday Services and the volunteer teams.

Other Administrative Duties

  • Together with the Board, ensuring all Safe Ministry Training processes are thoroughly and transparently implemented.

  • Responding to new sign-ups and enquiries through the website and communicating important information to the community e.g. weekly ‘what’s on’ emails.

  • Training and supporting individuals and teams to ensure administrative fluency.

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND ROLE REQUIREMENTS

 

Our Core Values are Jesus, Justice, and Community. Further, NCC values Safety, Worship, Leadership, Growth, Creativity, and Hospitality. It is expected that the Pastor is passionate about this vision and these values, and is confidently able to demonstrate a consistent commitment to these in their work and practice. We are also looking for someone with a holistic approach to ministry, with a passion for helping to heal those harmed by previous church experiences.

Further, the Pastor will:

  • Have a relevant qualification in Theology and/or ministry;

  • Have extensive experience working in a pastoral capacity;

  • Have a personal history of working alongside and supporting marginalised communities to develop safe faith contexts; and

  • Be committed to ongoing theological and pastoral training.

 

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

 

Employment conditions and remuneration will be stipulated by the Board of NCC, as guided by legislation.

It is essential that the Pastor:

  • Has a current WWCC;

  • Has a current National Police Check;

  • Has current Safe Ministry Training; and

  • Commits to ongoing supervision (paid for by NCC) and professional development.

 

FLEXIBLE WORKING CONDITIONS

 

  • Sundays from 2:30 pm are essential - other days are flexible.

  • The pastor will be compensated for three full-time days per week during the first year of employment. After the first year, the workload may be adjusted to two days per week, depending on available funding.

 

TO APPLY

 

If you are passionate about seeking equality for all of God’s people, and yearn to actively partake in seeing social justice unfold in ways that seek to uplift all, then this role at New City Church could be your next season.

If you feel called, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining how your skills, experience and passion align to our team, to hello@newcitychurch.com.au