Ministry Coordinator

City on a Hill began with a small team and a big vision to make a difference in our world for the glory of God.

Since our inception in Melbourne in 2007, we have witnessed a special work of God’s grace as he has united hundreds of men and women around the mission of ‘knowing Jesus and making Jesus known’. City on a Hill is now a movement of eleven churches in six cities.

While our story is characterised by constant change and growth, we have maintained an enduring commitment to Christ and his call on our lives in this generation. We are committed to raising up gospel hearted leaders, to build healthy churches, which will reach and serve cities with the gospel of Jesus.

City on a Hill Armstrong Creek is the 11th City on a Hill church, launching in April 2025. We are a community of around 75 people that gather to worship together each week, do life alongside each other in mid-week small groups and seek every opportunity we can to connect with our local community to show the beauty, truth and relevance of Jesus.

The Ministry Coordinator is a new position that will play a key role in shaping and supporting our Sunday gatherings as we seek to know Jesus and make Jesus known in Armstrong creek. This new role is central to creating a welcoming space where people can encounter God, connect meaningfully with one another, and express their gifts in serving God. The Ministry Coordinator will also contribute to building a sustainable ministry framework that supports future growth and strengthens our church community.

The Ministry Coordinator will be based in Armstrong Creek and will report to the Lead Pastor of City on a Hill Armstrong Creek. This is a paid, part time position of 2 days per week.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Lead a team of volunteers in the planning, coordinating and delivery of Sunday gatherings at City on a Hill Armstrong Creek.
2. Build, train and equip volunteer teams for Sunday gatherings and other ministry areas as the needs of the community arise.
3. Develop, manage, and maintain relationships with various external contributors, suppliers, and venue staff (eg. Venue managers, booking managers, vendors, etc).
4. Liaise with the Movement Ministry and Operations team for graphics, design collateral and other operational needs.
5. Oversee communications with the City on a Hill Armstrong Creek community, including email newsletters, Facebook groups, Instagram etc.
6. Cultivate a culture of safe ministry for all people involved in ministry at City on a Hill Armstrong Creek, upholding all safeguarding policies and practices in partnership with Movement leadership.

KEY SKILL, COMPETENCY AND CHARACTER

• A demonstrated love for Jesus and his people.
• Willingness to commit to the vision and mission of the church as a member of City on a Hill Armstrong Creek.
• Live a committed, prayerful, holy life of dependence on God in Christ.
• A ‘gospel confidence’ that boldly trusts in God’s saving power while seeking to innovate in order to mature existing people and reach new people through ministry.
• Able to communicate, manage time and self-direct to manage duties effectively and efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team.
• Able to maintain trust and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

CHARACTER

All City on a Hill staff must hold a current Working with Child Check, complete a National Police History Check that returns no disclosed outcomes that would exclude them from the role, and uphold the standards outlined in the City on a Hill Code of Conduct and in the Anglican Church of Australia Faithfulness in Service code of personal behaviour for church workers.

To apply for the role please send your current resume along with an application letter addressing the key skills, gifting and character requirements to hr@cityonahill.com.au. Please also include contact details of at least two referees most familiar with your relevant skills to this role.