" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eVicar for Education\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3160\"\u003e Executive Management \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3161\"\u003e Executive Management - Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3162\"\u003e Brisbane CBD \u0026amp; Inner Suburbs \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3163\"\u003e Contract \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 30/9/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e18 month Fixed Term - 3 days per week\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead Mission | Shape Strategy | Deliver Impact\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpen to qualified lay women and men\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVicar for Education\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Lead Mission | Shape Strategy | Deliver Impact\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as Vicar for Education, providing canonical advice and leadership to support the Archbishop\u0027s engagement with Catholic education ministries across the Archdiocese.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Where appropriate, the Vicar for Education will be acting on behalf of the Archbishop, providing trusted advice on mission, governance, public policy and emerging educational issues. The role works to strengthen collaboration, promote Catholic identity and support alignment across Catholic education ministries operating within the Archdiocese.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is not an operational leadership role, rather, it provides ecclesial leadership, canonical guidance and oversight in support of the Archbishop\u0027s responsibilities relating to Catholic education.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Vicar works closely with the Archbishop, Vicar General, Council of Vicars, the Chair of BCE Council and the Executive Director of Brisbane Catholic Education, and leaders of Religious Institute and Ministerial Public Juridic Person school communities.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eInitial Appointment\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e The initial appointment is a fixed-term 18-month engagement of approximately three days per week, focused on extensive consultation with invested stakeholders, relationship building, scoping and further differentiating responsibilities, and designing future governance and operating arrangements for the education portfolio.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;You will bring:\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability across boards, government, Church and community environments.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExpertise in education governance, policy, funding and regulatory frameworks.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience providing advice in complex and highly regulated environments.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA demonstrated understanding of Catholic theology, ecclesiology and mission.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSound judgement, credibility, integrity and a collaborative leadership style.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e The Archdiocese welcomes applications from suitably qualified lay women and men who can bring outstanding leadership, professional expertise and commitment to the mission of Catholic education.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to apply\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Please submit your resume and cover letter to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003evicarrecruitment@bne.catholic.net.au\u003c/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For a confidential discussion, contact \u003cstrong\u003eRuth Buchanan | 0448 241 521\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eThe Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people (0 - 18 years) and/or vulnerable adults. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a 0 tolerance to abuse of children or vulnerable adults.\u003c/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessibility and Inclusivity\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003eThe Archdiocese of Brisbane is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive environment where all job candidates can fully engage in the recruitment process. We acknowledge and actively support the inclusion, respect, and equitable treatment of, including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and people from culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse backgrounds. If you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments or information in an alternative format during the recruitment process, please contact us to discuss how we can support your participation. We respect your privacy and confidentiality. Information is shared with other staff only as reasonably necessary to arrange workplace accessibility adjustments.\u003c/em\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1124356\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "