The Catholic Diocese of Cairns is a diverse and dynamic faith community in Far North Queensland, Australia. Spanning a vast region from Cardwell in the south to the Torres Strait in the north and west to the Northern Territory border, the Diocese serves 23 parishes to a multicultural population. It provides a range of services, including outreach and mission, chancery and governance, property management, finance, administration, and other central agencies, supporting the spiritual and operational needs within the region.
What We Offer
- Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading (Full-time & Part-time employees)
- 12.75% Employer Superannuation Contributions
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
- 14 Weeks paid parental leave for primary carer (Full-time & Part-time employees)
- Professional development
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
About the Role
Permanent opportunity available on either a full-time or part-time basis:
- Full-time: 38 hours per week; or
- Part-time over 5 days (reduced hours) will be considered for the right applicant
- Position based in Cairns
- Renumeration in line with the Clerks - Private Sector Award - commencing from Level 3 to Level 5 (dependent on skills and qualifications)
An opportunity exists for a skilled and motivated Administration Officer/Receptionist. The role provides administrative support and services for effective operations of the Diocese. This position will be responsible for reception/front of house, calendar bookings, MV fleet engagement, office & staff amenities, data entry, maintaining registers and ad-hoc project support when required. This position will be required to work to a professional standard, in keeping with the dignity and purpose of the faith community.
The successful applicant will demonstrate previous experience in a similar administrative/reception role, with expertise in office management systems and processes. You must have exceptional communication skills and thrive in a team environment. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications particularly Office, Teams and SharePoint, and data management systems is essential.
Full Position Description can be accessed from here: Position Description-AdministrationOfficer.Receptionist or via our Careers Portal https://cairns.catholic.org.au/about/careers
How to Apply
To apply visit https://cairns.catholic.org.au/about/careers
- Submit a two-page cover letter and resume via the Diocesan Careers portal.
- Applications that do not include both a cover letter and a resume may not be considered.
- Direct applications only and must be submitted via the Diocesan Careers portal or SEEK.
- For further information contact Andrea Fogarty our Chief Operating Officer via email Andrea.Fogarty@cairns.catholic.org.au
Applications close Sunday 19 July 2026, however, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
