ASSOCIATE PASTOR - FULL TIME 

About CoastEC:

  • CoastEC is an independent evangelical church in Forster, NSW.

  • The church was planted in 2009.

  • Our desire has always been to reach as many of the 25,000 people living in our region with the gospel as possible.

  • Over the last 14 years we have seen steady growth across our Sunday gatherings and our Kids & Youth ministries.

  • In 2020, we planted an independent church in Taree (Manning Bible Church).

  • We're structured and staffed around Purpose Areas (M's) and Focus Areas (Team Pastoring model).

  • Our desire is to see the next generation meeting Jesus, growing to Maturity, serving in Ministry, living on Mission, and connecting as Members in our local church.

  • We're a member church of the FIEC (Fellowship of Independent Evangelical Churches) and we’re working closely with other churches on the mid north coast to plant more churches in larger regional centres.

Overview of the Role:

  • Load: full time (reduction negotiable).

  • Department Leadership: Lead a Purpose Area (eg Ministry, Magnification) and a Focus area (eg Kids, Youth) depending on their gifts, experience and the needs of the church at the time of employment.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Grow as a disciple of Jesus and help others grow as disciples

  • Uphold, model and teach the Beliefs, Values and Culture of the church

  • Focus the Vision and Strategic priorities of the church by applying them to our Purpose Areas and Focus areas

  • Champion the outcome of your departments across the church.

  • Recruit, train and oversee volunteer team leaders and team members (and build amongst them a culture of love, support and encouragement)

  • Oversee all relevant pathways and systems - making them more effective, and/or developing new initiatives as necessary

  • Oversee programs, groups and events that facilitate the effective operation of the departments.

  • Effectively manage church resources by operating according to the budget

  • Develop the specific skills essential for leading this ministry

  • Preaching and teaching the bible (load to be determined)

  • Other responsibilities as required in working in a team environment.

We’re looking for someone who:

  • is a mature and godly follower of Jesus, who is committed to living for the glory of Jesus

  • has theological training and agrees with CoastEC’s statement of beliefs

  • has a demonstrated ability to lead leaders, train leaders and manage teams

  • has good social skills and self awareness

  • is able to teach and communicate the bible effectively

  • is able to influence people and move them into leadership roles and ministries

  • is able to call people to make sacrifices for the cause of Christ.

  • is able to relate to people of all ages

  • is able to manage their time and responsibilities well

  • is willing to work alongside others in a team and under the Lead Pastor

  • is a good cultural fit for a regional/coastal town

Position Start Date:

  • January 2025

Expressions of interest:

Please note:

  • This position is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Australia and New Zealand; or those who hold a valid visa with permission to work. Coast EC is unable to help someone gain a visa/work permit.