Student and Family Ministry Coordinator – Chinese Congregations (基恩中文教會)

Lead vibrant, gospel-centred Sunday ministries, build strong relationships with young families, and help children and youth connect deeply with Christ and His Church.....

Student and Family Ministry Coordinator
Location: Clayton Church of Christ, Melbourne
Commitment: Part-time (2 days/week) | Initial 1-year contract
Languages: English (fluent); Cantonese or Mandarin highly preferred
Reports to: Groups and Generations Pastor

Are you passionate about nurturing the next generation in their walk with Christ?
Do you have a heart for migrant families and a desire to see young people grow in faith and leadership?
Clayton Church of Christ is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Student and Family Ministry Coordinator to serve our Mandarin and Cantonese-speaking congregations (基恩中文教會).

About the Role

This vital ministry role focuses on primary and secondary school students within our Chinese congregations. You’ll lead vibrant, gospel-centred Sunday ministries, build strong relationships with young families, and help children and youth connect deeply with Christ and His Church.

As the coordinator, you will:

• Develop and lead our Sunday Kid’s Church and Sunday Youth programmes
• Equip and empower parents to be the primary disciple-makers in their children’s lives
• Recruit, train, and support a passionate team of ministry leaders
• Foster strong collaboration between our Chinese and English-speaking congregations
• Create culturally sensitive and inclusive programmes for migrant and local families
• Build pathways for youth to transition into the wider English-speaking church community

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Is a committed follower of Jesus, called to serve children, youth, and families
• Has experience in children’s and youth ministry, including team leadership
• Brings or is pursuing theological training, ideally with a cross-cultural or intergenerational focus
• Communicates clearly in English, with Cantonese or Mandarin being a strong advantage
• Thrives in a multicultural church environment and adapts well to change
• Loves seeing stories of transformation and faith come alive in young people

Your Week at a Glance

• 0.5 day on Sundays for ministry and service
• 1.5 days flexible (by arrangement) for planning, team development, and pastoral care

What We Offer

• A warm, supportive team environment
• A church community passionate about disciple-making
• Opportunities to shape and grow ministry within a vibrant, multicultural church
• Ongoing support and mentoring from our Next Generation Pastor

To Apply

If you feel called to this role and meet the criteria, we’d love to hear from you. Please email your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your faith journey and ministry experience via the 'Apply to this Job' button below.