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At Mercy Health, we are looking for a senior leader to join as Group Director, Mission & Pastoral Care. You will help shape and embed Mercys identity as a ministry of the Catholic Church. About the opportunity The Group Director, Mission & Pastoral Care will collaborate with the Executive Director Mission, Communications and Stakeholder Relations and leadership teams on the development, coordination, and delivery of formation programs, ensuring the identity and charism that inspires Mercy ministries today and the adoption of Catholic Social Teachings is strengthened across the organisation. Demonstrates an innovative approach to embedding and integrating mission into processes, policies, and procedures to help shape the culture. Provides support, direction, advice, mentoring and guidance on mission, values, and formation in faith for leaders and their teams to assist them in their responsibility to understand, promote and practice in accordance with the philosophy and ethos of the Catholic Church, and the mission and values of Mercy Health. Ensures mission and formation process is evident across Mercy Health. Lead the Pastoral Care function of Mercy Health which comprises of two direct reports and forty indirect reports. What you''ll bring We are seeking a senior leader with considerable experience in mission-based organisations who can evidence their practical experience, knowledge and understanding of the application of Catholic theology, social teaching principles and contemporary teachings of the Catholic Church. Wellformed and active role in the Catholic faith Practices with a high level of integrity and professionalism Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills, both verbal and written Demonstrated leadership qualities Knowledge about contemporary health and aged care A sound understanding of organisational culture, practices, and issues Ability to establish and build trusted and effective working relationships and partnerships You will also hold a relevant degree or equivalent experience in addition to specialist qualifications in theology, education, and culture change. Please contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process. We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture. We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present. Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr