Wātea Mahi - Staff Vacancies
Vacancies
The Bishop and his departments employ a range of specialists in many different areas. Similarly, our parishes employ staff for administrative and other purposes.
If you would like to place a relevant employment notice on this website, please contact Leanne Killgour, Leader People Support & Development.
Part Time Catholic Chaplain for Auckland Regional Forensic Psychiatry Services
Applications are sought from experienced or otherwise suitably qualified persons for a Catholic Chaplain position of 20 hours per week as a part of the Hospital Chaplaincy Aotearoa (HCA) Team at the Auckland Regional Forensic Psychiatry Service (Mason Clinic).
Applicants should ideally have completed or be willing to complete a minimum of one Clinical Pastoral Education course or equivalent and/or some experience in parish ministry or other relevant chaplaincy ministry position. Experience or training in mental health would be advantageous.
Some formation in Catholic Sacramental Theology is essential. The position requires an ongoing commitment to professional development.
The ability to provide spiritual and emotional support and pastoral care to people with a range of mental health needs and from a variety of cultural and religious backgrounds, and to participate in a multi-disciplinary health care team consistent with the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi, is essential.
The successful applicant will become a member of a chaplaincy team integrated with non-Catholic colleagues from Hospital Chaplaincy Aotearoa (HCA), providing spiritual and emotional support and pastoral care to patients, families and staff.
Training and support are available for the right candidate.
To view the full position description, please click here and to download an application form, please click here.
Applicants must be New Zealand residents eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid work permit.
If you wish to obtain further information regarding this important Ministry please contact Sr Sian Owen, Prison & Hospital Chaplaincy Diocesan Pastoral Coordinator - email: [email protected].
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 5pm 28 August 2026
Please send a cover letter, application form and CV to Leanne Killgour, People & Support Manager, [email protected].
Ministries to Young People – Local Youth Minister
Are you a self-motivated relationship-builder who can be the driving force behind a new project? Are you looking for a role where you can make a positive difference in the lives of young people? We’re looking for people who answer “Yes!” to become part-time Local Youth Ministers!
About the Role
As a Local Youth Minister, you’ll work in a secondary school and/or parish, to inspire, guide and support young people on their faith journey.
What You'll Do
- Develop discipleship small group to guide and support young people on their faith journey.
- If working within a parish: Build a youth ministry team, organise youth events and Parish Youth Masses.
- If working within a secondary school: Assist with retreats, school liturgies, and student leadership projects.
- Engage in relational ministry, providing mentorship and support to young people,
- Support diocesan events and benefit from ongoing formation, leadership development and training.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for candidates who are:
- Self-motivated: Able to be the driving force behind their ministry.
- Socially intelligent: Skilled at building relationships.
- Humble: Always listening and learning.
- Faithful: Committed to the Catholic Church and its teachings.
Position Details
- Hours: Part-Time (15-25 hours per week) roles are available.
- Commitment: Fixed-term contract from Tuesday 19 January, 2027, to Friday 10 December, 2027. The role includes 5-10 hours of evening and weekend work per week.
- Compensation: Aligned with the New Zealand Living Wage.
How to Apply
For the full position description, click here and to download an application form, click here.
If you’re ready to apply for this exciting new role, please send your CV, cover letter and application form to Leanne Killgour, People & Support Manager, [email protected].
Application Deadline: Monday 31 August, 5pm
Parish Coordinator - Otahuhu Parish - Part time
St Joseph & Joachim Parish in Ōtāhuhu is seeking a capable and motivated individual to join the team as a Parish Coordinator. This is a part-time role of 20 hours per week, working Tuesday to Friday from 9.00am to 2.30pm, days/hours negotiable for right candidate.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Parish Priest and ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the parish office on a day-to-day basis.
This is a varied role and responsibilities include:
- Reception
- Secretarial services and office administration
- Executive Assistant support to the Parish Priest
- Parish Communications – including management of parish website
- Parish Records
- Mass preparation
Applicants should have relevant administration/secretary experience, excellent communication skills – both written and oral, proficient computer skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher and website updating. Good organisational skills with strong attention to detail are required for this role.
To view the full position description, please click here.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.
Apply by submitting CV and covering letter to the Parish Priest email: [email protected]
