Employment

The Network Pastor is also responsible with the Lead Pastor for the development and growth of the Chinese Church weekend services, with a primary focus on the Cantonese congregation. The Network Pastor works closely with the Lead Pastor – Chinese Church, to develop and deliver on the goals and vision for the broader Chinese Church congregation – spanning both Cantonese and Mandarin communities – in line with the Vision of CityLife Church.

This is a Fixed Term role - 12 months – 0.4 FTE (2 days)

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist in casting vision and goals for the Chinese Church, with a primary focus on the Cantonese Congregation.
• Assist in implementing the vision and goals for the Chinese Church, including both the Cantonese and Mandarin congregations.

• Grow Life Groups through active coaching of Life Group leaders and co-leaders & raising new groups.
• Overseeing the Chinese Church Life Groups, including Cantonese and Mandarin-speaking groups.
• Assist in preparations for smooth running of the Chinese Church services, with a primary focus on the Cantonese congregation services.
• Coaching and training Life Group Coaches, Leaders and Co-Leaders.
• Provide Life Tracks teaching and training for the Chinese Church congregation, including both Cantonese and Mandarin-speaking members.

The successful applicant will have:

• Theological or Pastoral qualification is desirable.
  
• Previous experience in a pastoral capacity is preferable.
  
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, select and develop leaders/volunteers.
  
• Demonstrated confidence in spiritual gifts and ministry.
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication – including public speaking, weekend message construction and delivery, and report writing.
  
• Ability to motivate leaders and grow volunteer leadership teams.
  
• Leadership - effective consulting and decision-making skills and experience (preferably at least two years’ experience leading others).
  
• Competence in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and social media.
  
• Must be fluent in both English and Cantonese; proficiency in Mandarin is strongly preferred, as this role supports both Cantonese and Mandarin-speaking Life Groups and the broader Chinese Church Congregation.
  

To apply, please review the detailed Position Description and forward your resume and cover letter to Justine Fung at employment@citylife.church

Please note that we are only able to accept applications from those who have Australian citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency, or a current visa with full working rights for Australia.

Applications close 23 September 2026. Interviews may commence prior to the closing date and an appointment may be made prior to the closing date if a suitable applicant is found.

Child Safety Commitment

CityLife Church is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children and young people across all our congregations and worksites.  CityLife Church has implemented a range of child safety measures including a Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct.    We advise applicants that CityLife’s standards of rigorous screening and ongoing supervision/accountability reflect this commitment.  Our staff and volunteers are required to have a current Working with Children Check and undergo Police Checks where applicable.  A copy of CityLife’s Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct are available on request.

For almost 30 years, CLCC has supported people in times of crisis, financial difficulty, isolation, and distress. Through our team members and staff, we offer holistic services and empowering pathways for people to move forward in their lives and thrive.

The COACH Community Mentoring Coordinator will support the delivery of CLCC’s COACH Community Mentoring program through the recruitment, training, matching and supervision of volunteer mentors.

As part of the Mentoring and Training team, the COACH Community Mentoring Coordinator will mobilise mentors to support families to explore their strengths, define and achieve goals and be empowered towards a thriving future. 

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee program coordination including recruitment and screening, training and on-going supervision and support and compliance for volunteer mentors.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate COACH training for volunteer mentors (may be conducted on 2 or more weekends per year).
• Manage participant enquiries and registrations for the COACH program, including in-take and assessment to determine their suitability for the program, ensuring they are carefully selected for the purpose of minimising risk and maximising positive relationships and outcomes.
• Foster professional, strength based, solution focussed support to individuals and families connected to CLCC and COACH.
• Lead volunteer leaders and mentors in delivering set goals and targets, in alignment with CLCC’s vision, mission, values and direction, and adhering to Citylife COACH and CLCC’s policies and procedures.
• Provide regular supervision and support to volunteer leaders and mentors, facilitating a positive, empowering, and collaborative culture.

The successful applicant will have:

• Tertiary qualification or Diploma in social work, community services or other relevant discipline, or working towards such qualification.
• Alternatively, a lower qualification in the relevant field, accompanied with significant working experience in community services sector.
• 2 years of working experience in providing direct case management support to families preferred.
• Experience working with vulnerable individuals and families who are affected by issues such as mental health challenges, isolation, relationship difficulties, addiction, family violence or similar experiences and understand how this may impact the coaching relationship.
• Broad knowledge of community sector – support options and referral pathways.
• Demonstrated ability in leading and supporting a team of volunteers to deliver the service targets, this will also include the development of volunteer leaders.
• Capacity and commitment to engage people from diverse backgrounds (e.g. sexual orientation, race, faith) in a non-judgemental and respectful manner.
• Experience in in-take and assessment for community program participants.
• Ability and confidence to respond appropriately to people with multiple and complex needs and to mentors.
• Demonstrated people skills and proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated qualities in capacity to apply judgement, flexibility, responsiveness, and initiative in the delivery of the mentoring service.

Thank you for considering employment at CityLife Church or CityLife Community Care. All applicants should understand that to join the staff of either of these entities you must be fully supportive of, and committed to, the values, mission and philosophies of these entities. Some roles will require regular attendance at weekend services and other mid-week meetings. If you feel you are suited to any advertised position, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please review the detailed Position Description and forward your resume and cover letter to Justine Fung at employment@citylife.church

Please note that we are only able to accept applications from those who have Australian citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency, or a current visa with full working rights for Australia.

Applications close 24 September 2026. Interviews may commence prior to the closing date and an appointment may be made prior to the closing date if a suitable applicant is found.

Child Safety Commitment

CityLife Church is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children and young people across all our congregations and worksites. CityLife Church has implemented a range of child safety measures including a Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct. We advise applicants that CityLife’s standards of rigorous screening and ongoing supervision/accountability reflect this commitment. Our staff and volunteers are required to have a current Working with Children Check and undergo Police Checks where applicable. A copy of CityLife’s Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct are available on request.

This role requires entrepreneurial spiritual leadership to gather and shepherd people, foster a strong culture of discipleship, provide pastoral care, and ensure effective connection and follow-up of those engaging with the church. It also carries responsibility for overseeing the launch and ongoing development of the congregation in alignment with CityLife Church’s vision, culture, and values.

This is a fixed term role with the intention to transition to ongoing permanent full-time employment following the successful establishment of the Mornington congregation.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Working closely with the multisite leadership team representative (Lead Pastor - Casey), set the direction, goals and strategic plan for the Mornington congregation, ensuring alignment with CityLife Church's vision, values, strategic priorities and agreed milestones.
• Lead the establishment of the Mornington congregation by developing, implementing and regularly reviewing the strategic church planting plan.
• Provide day-to-day leadership to the Mornington leadership team, ministries and congregation in pursuit of the vision and goals for the Mornington congregation.
• Prayerfully build, inspire and develop a committed team that embraces the vision of CityLife Church by fostering a culture of ownership, unity, prayer and mission.
• Recruit, train, empower, coach and pastor volunteer leaders and ministry teams, creating a culture where people discover their gifts, serve effectively, develop as disciple-makers and strengthen the long-term health of the congregation.
• Raise, equip, coach and support Life Group Leaders and Co-Leaders, establishing and multiplying healthy mid-week discipleship gatherings that foster spiritual growth, pastoral care, authentic relationships, evangelism and healthy leadership multiplication.
• Lead the planning, coordination, delivery and ongoing evaluation of monthly weekend services, ensuring they are engaging, well organised, mission-focused, aligned with CityLife's ministry standards, build momentum, engage the local community and ensure the successful establishment of regular weekly weekend services.
• Ensure weekend services align with relevant planned series, major events, themed weekends, etc.
• Vision-cast and lead the congregation to grow weekend service attendance and progressively establish ministries that support the growth and health of the congregation.
• Develop local partnerships and other key relevant stakeholders that strengthen CityLife's presence, witness and impact across the Mornington Peninsula.
• Take responsibility for the forward planning and coordination of the congregation's ministry calendar, including venue bookings, key events, ministry scheduling, volunteer planning and operational readiness to support the successful establishment and ongoing growth of the congregation.

The successful applicant will have:

• Proven years of experiences and fruitfulness in ministry and leadership. 
• Theological or pastoral qualification(s) - Certificate IV or higher in Ministry/Theology (Degree in Ministry/Theology preferred)
• Sound understanding of Biblical knowledge and Christian doctrine
• Strong leadership, management and communication/teaching skills.
• Strategy, planning and budget management
• Effective Staff supervision capabilities
• Demonstrated confidence and maturity in spiritual gifts and ministry leadership.
• Excellent verbal and written communication - including public speaking, weekend message construction, congregational emails and report writing/presentation.
• Demonstrated experience in gathering, recruiting and developing/motivating leaders and staff
• Experience in Life Group coaching and pastoral care - giving and receiving feedback, prayer and commitment to growth and healing
• An understanding of CityLife Church’s history, CityLife Church’s Values and Pentecostal practice and is able to interpret this within the multi-site congregational context.
• Demonstrated skills as a Self-starter who is motivated in achieving outcomes within a timely manner.
• ITC - competence in Microsoft Office Suite, My CityLife database, Canva, video meetings and social media platforms i.e. Instagram and Facebook.
• Police Check - Mandatory before commencement
• Working with Children Check (Employee) - Mandatory before commencement
• CityLife training in child protection and family violence - mandatory on commencement. 

Thank you for considering employment at CityLife Church or CityLife Community Care. All applicants should understand that to join the staff of either of these entities you must be fully supportive of, and committed to, the values, mission and philosophies of these entities. Some roles will require regular attendance at weekend services and other mid-week meetings. If you feel you are suited to any advertised position, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please review the detailed Position Description and forward your resume and cover letter to Justine Fung at employment@citylife.church

Please note that we are only able to accept applications from those who have Australian citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency, or a current visa with full working rights for Australia.

Applications close on 25 September 2026. Interviews may commence prior to the closing date, and an appointment may be made prior to the closing date if a suitable applicant is found.

Child Safety Commitment

CityLife Church is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children and young people across all our congregations and worksites. CityLife Church has implemented a range of child safety measures including a Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct. We advise applicants that CityLife’s standards of rigorous screening and ongoing supervision/accountability reflect this commitment. Our staff and volunteers are required to have a current Working with Children Check and undergo Police Checks where applicable. A copy of CityLife’s Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct are available on request.