Executive Assistant to Executive Officer/Principal Uniting College for Leadership & Theology

Unit of Synod/Presbytery/Congregation: Uniting Church in Australia, Synod of South Australia

Classification: Part Time Permanent

- Not-for-Profit sector: Mission & Leadership Development Support
- Tertiary Education Environment, based at the Uniting College for Leadership & Theology, Brooklyn Park, Adelaide
- Excellent opportunity for a part-time (0.8FTE) senior level Executive Assistant

Description:

The Uniting College for Leadership & Theology (UCLT) is an integral part of the Uniting Church Synod of South Australia, committed to fostering innovation and growth within the church. Its mission plays a vital role in advancing this vision by supporting thriving missional communities, nurturing lifelong disciples, and cultivating strong, capable leaders.

As a member of the University of Divinity, UCLT is guided by a commitment to excellence, the College prioritizes the development of highly skilled, and effective ministry practitioners.

An excellent opportunity exists for a energetic and motivated part-time (0.8FTE) Executive Assistant to support the Executive Officer/Principal of UCLT.

The Executive Assistant will provide high level administrative and secretarial services and support across the broad range of activities for which the EO/Principal, UCLT is responsible.



This includes support for the EO/Principal’s responsibilities in the College, University of Divinity, the Mission and Leadership Development Board, Synod and Assembly.

The Executive Assistant will also undertake key administrative functions relating to the selection of candidates and support for candidates for the specified ministries and a range of administrative tasks.

The successful applicant will need to demonstrate extensive and successful experience in a similar executive assistant or support role at a senior leadership level, this will include a high level of inter-personal and communication skills. Strong computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications, coupled with tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience, and a strong commitment to Christian values, ethos and future missional direction of the church.

Please forward applications addressing the selection criteria of the Position Description & Person Specification to [email protected] by no later than 5:00pm, Tuesday, 10 November 2026.

Confidential enquiries are welcome by contacting Human Resources on 8236 4234.

Suitable applicants may be contacted and interviewed prior to the closing date.

Application close date: 10 November 2026 at 5.00PM

Contact person: Human Resources
By phone: 08 8236 4234
By email: [email protected]

📌 Executive Assistant to Executive Officer/Principal Uniting College for Leadership & Theology (Australia)
🏢 Uniting Church
📍 Australia