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.
It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found here.
WHY WORK FOR US?
- Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised 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
The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us.
YOUR ROLE
The Lead Advisor, Students and Families is a newly created position established to support the renewal and strategic growth of faith formation across Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS). In this role, you will lead the development and delivery of dynamic, high-impact faith formation programs that inspire students and families to engage more deeply with the Catholic tradition. You will provide expert advice and work closely with school leaders to co-design evangelisation strategies that embed the MACS “Working Together in Mission” charter into everyday school life. This position is ideal for an experienced leader in Catholic education or ministry, with a passion for building vibrant faith communities and the ability to translate theology into engaging, real-world practice. You will collaborate across the Catholic Mission and Identity (CMI) directorate, which empowers MACS schools to bring the mission of Catholic education to life through faith, formation, and community connection.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- You will lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of faith leadership and theological formation programs aligned with the Faith Formation Framework and MACS 2030 strategy.
- You will deliver strategic advice and professional learning to Principals, aspiring leaders, and school staff to enhance Catholic identity and leadership capacity.
- You will contribute to the development of system-wide accreditation strategies that nurture and recognise Catholic leadership at all career stages.
- You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including parishes and Archdiocesan partners, to support formation, liturgical planning, and sacramental life in schools.
- You will draw on research and data to inform best practice in formation and contribute to broader strategic initiatives across the Catholic Mission and Identity (CMI) directorate.
- You will represent the Faith Leadership team and contribute to major CMI projects, ensuring a cohesive and mission-aligned approach to Catholic education across MACS.
ABOUT YOU
- You bring deep theological and educational expertise that enables you to inspire and support the formation of Catholic leaders and staff.
- You have demonstrated experience in leadership within Catholic education and a strong understanding of the faith formation needs of schools.
- You communicate with clarity and influence, and you excel at building strong, respectful relationships across diverse stakeholders.
- You are highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining attention to detail and strategic alignment.
- You are a collaborative team member who values collective mission and brings energy, adaptability, and professionalism to everything you do.
HOW TO APPLY
Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria.
Click APPLY to submit your application. If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our HR team by email recruitment@macs.vic.edu.au
You will need to provide:
1. An up to-date Resume and
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.
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APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4.00pm Thursday, 10 July 2025
