18.10.2017
Vacancy – Parish Secretary – Rathfarnham Parish, Dublin
Rathfarnham Parish, Church of Ireland, is a Christian faith based organisation working within the Church of Ireland tradition. We are seeking an experienced administrator to join the staff team on a part–time basis.
The role involves
· maintaining parish records,
· co–ordinating bookings of our facilities
· typing and printing liturgies
· co–ordinating rotas
· liaising with parish organisations
· managing parish correspondence
· the co–ordination and distribution of parish newsletters
· liaising with Web site oversight team
· assisting with other communication endeavours as requested by the Parish
· liaising with the Diocesan Office and wider Anglican Church
· preparing parish documentation for Annual Easter Vestry and other Diocesan events that may arise
· ordering supplies
While the person appointed need not be a member of the Church of Ireland, s/he would need to be sympathetic to the Anglican tradition and to the parish’s mission which is to build community, strengthen worship and serve the Lord .
The parish facilities comprise a War Memorial Hall in Terenure and Parish Centre in Rathfarnham village, attached to the Church. The Parish office is located in a prefab building behind the War Memorial Hall.
Hours of work are 9.30am–12.30pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The Secretary will work closely with the Rector and Church Officers (Hon. Treasurer; Hon. Secretary to the Vestry; Glebe and Church Wardens and Select Vestry members). The post–holder may be requested to attend occasional evening meetings.
Key requirements for this role:
· Level 6 Business / Office management Qualifications
· Recent experience of working in an administrative role
· Outstanding interpersonal skills; professionalism, multi–tasking, self–motivation and communication skills both written and oral
· Strong attention to detail
· General office and clerical skills and confidence with IT (Microsoft/Excel/Access)
· Time management skills
· Discretion and ability to respect matters of confidentiality, sensitivity and compassion
· Ability to collaborate with staff team.
Desirable requirements:
Experience of Church worship, ministry and mission
A current driver’s licence and means of transport
Experience of premises management
Applicants are requested to send a current C V with the names of 2 referees not related to the applicant to :
Rev. Canon Adrienne Galligan, Rathfarnham Rectory, Rathfarnham Road, Terenure, D6WXV62, by 5pm Friday 10th Nov 2017.