POSITION DESCRIPTION UME Mission Shaped Ministry Consultant

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1 POSITION DESCRIPTION UME Mission Shaped Ministry Consultant ABOUT THE UNITING CHURCH IN AUSTRALIA Our purpose: Our values: The mission of the Synod operational areas is to inspire, empower and support the Uniting Church in all its varied expressions to live out our Christian faith Our values will be generous and inclusive, honest and accountable, diligent and professional, just and compassionate, hopeful and courageous The Uniting Church in Australia (UCA) is one of the largest not for profit and religious organisations in Australia. Broadly, each state is called a Synod and has a governing council with its own boards to manage its affairs. The Synods are drawn together through a National Assembly. Uniting Mission and Education s (UME) role as a board of the Synod of NSW and the ACT is to assist the Church to provide education, theological insight, strategy, research and resources for leadership, discipleship, ministry and mission. UME manages the operations of United Theological College (UTC) and supports the work of Uniting Aboriginal & Islander Christian Congress. ABOUT THE ROLE This half-time position sits within the UME Resource Team, as a project running from March 1 through to June 30, The UME Mission Shaped Ministry Consultant will work closely with other UME and Uniting staff to develop the NSW/ACT Synod s capacity to resource congregations and presbyteries in the development of local mission. The half time position will be focused on the implementation of UME and Uniting commitments to collaborative leadership development, community engagement, a healthy environment for innovation, and the resourcing of new expressions of church. This role will involve Working collaboratively with the MSM team to develop and grow the MSM plan in the Synod Training through the Mission Shaped Ministry suite of courses, in collaboration with the MSM team Development of mentoring framework for MSM Engagement with Presbyteries to develop mission training opportunities Development of resources for use in the Mission Shaped Ministry project. Being a contact person for MSM inquiries from congregations and presbyteries. Development of networks and communities of practice KEY RESPONSIBILITIES This role will take responsibility for oversight of the following areas of UME s work: Development of a team of educators across NSW/ACT Synod Curation of resources for mission related education Event planning related to mission training and formation Consultancy with presbyteries, congregations, agencies and schools 1 Uniting Mission and Education PULSE TEAM CONSULTANT October 2017

2 Development of learning pathways for ministry with emerging generations Development of online environments for mentoring and mission development Ongoing support of the Synod s ministry formation program In addition to those outlined above, specific responsibilities also include: Reading and understanding the Basis of Union, and having a preparedness to work within the polity and ethos of the Uniting Church in Australia Abiding by the policies and procedures of the Uniting Church in Australia Synod of NSW and the ACT Having a genuine willingness to embrace challenges as they arise and to work flexibly in support of the overall key objectives of Uniting Mission and Education and the wider Synod. A willingness to work a flexible schedule when required Follow policy and procedures in relation to workplace health and safety Participate in maintaining a safe working environment for both yourself and others in the workplace Undertaking additional duties as directed KEY RELATIONSHIPS The MSM Consultant will be a member of the UME Resourcing Team, working particularly with the Mission Shaped Ministry teams. Internal UME Executive Director Uniting Learning Network Director (line manager) UME Resource Team (as a member) Dean of Formation Academic Dean UTC Faculty External Uniting Church Engagement Leaders Presbytery staff and office bearers Uniting Church volunteers focused on mission development across NSW/ACT Synod Mission planning and education contacts across Uniting Church in Australia Fresh Expressions Australia network Fresh Expressions UK KEY COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL Supporting and Cooperating Supports other and shows respect and positive regard for them in social situations. Puts people first, working effectively with individuals and teams, clients and staff. Behaves consistently with clear personal values that complement those of the organisation. Working with people Demonstrates an interest in and understanding of others 2

3 Adapts to the team and builds team spirit Recognises and regards the contribution of others Listens, consults others and communicates proactively Supports and cares for others Develops and openly communicates self- insight such as an awareness of own strengths and weaknesses Adhering to principles and values Upholds ethics and values Demonstrates integrity Promotes and defends equal opportunities, builds diverse teams Encourages organisational and individual responsibility towards the community and the environment Leading and Deciding Takes control and exercise leadership. Initiates action, gives direction and takes responsibility Deciding and initiating Takes responsibility for actions, projects and people Leading and supervising Provides others with a clear direction Delegates work appropriately and fairly Interacting and presenting Communicates and networks effectively. Successfully persuades and influences others. Relates to others in a confident and relaxed manner. Persuading and influencing Gains clear agreement and commitment from others by persuading, convincing and negotiating Makes effective use of political processes to influence and persuade others Relating and networking Builds wide and effective network of contacts inside and outside the organisation Manages conflict Creating and conceptualising Open to new ideas and experiences. Seeks out learning opportunities. Handles situations and problems with innovation and creativity. Thinks broadly and strategically. Supports and drives organisational change. Formulating strategies and concepts Works strategically to realise organisational goals Sets and develops strategies Identifies and develops positive and compelling visions of the organisation s future potential Takes account of a wide range of issues across, and related to, the organisation Adapting and coping Adapts and responds well to change. Manages pressures effectively and copes well with setbacks. Adapting and responding to change Adapts interpersonal style to suit different people or situations Shows respect and sensitivity towards cultural and religious differences Deals with ambiguity, making positive use of the opportunities it presents Coping with pressures and setbacks 3

4 Works positively in a high pressure environment Keeps emotions under control under difficult situations Balances the demands of work life and personal life Maintains a positive outlook at work Handles criticism well and learns from it DESIRABLE Leading and Deciding Takes control and exercises leadership. Initiates action, gives direction and takes responsibility. Deciding and initiating action Makes prompt, clear decisions which may involve tough choices or considered risks Takes responsibility for actions, projects and people Takes initiative, acts with confidence and works under own direction QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Essential Demonstrated experience and passion for adult education, mission and discipleship Membership of the Uniting Church in Australia Demonstrated reflective theological capacity, which includes contemporary reflections on the nature of God s mission and the church s place in that mission, particularly with emerging generations, and proven ability to apply this in prophetic ways across the differing contexts of the Church. Intermediate level skills in computing, communication and social media, and proven ability to apply this in ways which enhance relationship building and networking. Proven experience in providing effective and strategic leadership, inspiration and processes which grows capacity; develops and furthers agreed goals and achieves desired outcomes. Demonstrated ability in working effectively with diverse cultural, generational, institutional, geographic and other communities. Demonstrated commitment to personal and professional growth. Desirable Qualifications in theology, education, mission, community development or similar ROLE OVERVIEW Classification: Appointing Body: Team: Report Line: Casual Uniting Mission & Education UME Resource Team Uniting Learning Network Director Position Holders Name: Date: Manager Name: Title: Date: 4

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