Senior Advisor, Faith Leadership

Introduction At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our recently launched strategic plan: MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World. Why Work for Us? Professional development opportunities with a defined personalized annual budget Access to flexible working arrangements, which include working from home arrangements You will work in a tight‑knit, supportive team to ensure you succeed in your role Employee Assistant Program (EAP) supported by Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace, providing a safe and caring environment to our staff and students Your Role The Senior Advisor, Faith Leadership is a newly established and strategic position within the Catholic Mission and Identity (CMI) directorate. The role is designed to advance theological and Catholic leadership formation across Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS). In this capacity, you will lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of innovative formation programmes that support principals, senior leaders and staff in deepening their capacity for faith leadership, aligned with the MACS Faith Formation Framework and the MACS 2030 Strategic Vision. You will offer expert strategic advice to enhance school leadership in mission, support accreditation pathways, and contribute to system‑wide strategies that drive school improvement through a Catholic lens. With a strong foundation in Catholic theology, educational leadership and project management, the successful candidate will play a key role in fostering faith‑informed leadership across MACS schools. What You Will Do Provide strategic guidance and formation to strengthen Catholic leadership at school and system levels. Design, implement and evaluate formation programmes grounded in theology, spirituality and the MACS Faith Formation Framework. Drive accreditation and professional learning pathways that build leadership capability aligned with MACS’s mission and 2030 strategic priorities. Apply research, evidence and evaluative insights to inform faith leadership strategy and ensure ongoing programme refinement. Collaborate with MACS directorates, parishes and Archdiocesan partners to foster integration of liturgical, theological and faith formation initiatives. Contribute to CMI projects that promote Catholic identity, evangelisation and mission‑informed school improvement. About You A practicing Catholic, actively engaged in a Eucharistic community with a clear commitment to the evangelising mission of the Church and Catholic education. Extensive experience in Catholic educational leadership with a sound understanding of the formation and professional needs of principals, senior leaders and staff. Strong theological, liturgical or religious education background with the capacity to translate these insights into impactful formation and leadership development programmes. Proven project and change management skills, with a track record of designing and delivering strategic, mission‑aligned initiatives. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate and build trusted relationships across multiple levels. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, apply evidence‑informed practices and deliver results in a dynamic, values‑driven environment. How to Apply Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria. 2. A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages. Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check. Candidates must hold full Australian working rights and provide evidence of this. Privacy Collection Notice – Job Applicants MACS collects your personal information to assess your application and suitability for employment. By submitting your personal information, you consent to the use and disclosure of your personal information for the purpose of being considered for employment at MACS. Applicants can withdraw their applications at any time during the recruitment process. For further details, please see the full Privacy Collection Notice here. #J-18808-Ljbffr