JOB OPPORTUNITIES


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•    It is a requirement of the Methodist Church of New Zealand that all applicants for Ordained ministries will be ordained in a church that is a member or associate of the World Methodist Conference or World Council of Churches.  Applicants must also be in good standing with their church of ordination and all other churches in which they have worked.

•    The Council of Conference of the Methodist Church of New Zealand has declared a temporary moratorium on processing new applications for ministry appointments from overseas while an evaluation is being completed on the Church's stationing needs.  From 1 October 2011 no new applications will be received from outside New Zealand until further notice, unless otherwise stated in a specific advertisement.  This applies to all stationed ministry positions that come under Methodist Oversight. This does not apply to Board, Committee or Chaplaincy appointments.


Mt Albert Methodist Church
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Part-time (20 hours) Fixed Term contract

Mt Albert Methodist Church is seeking an organised, flexible and competent administrator with a good working knowledge of Microsoft suite of products.  Previous experience in a similar position is essential as is a preparedness to build an appreciation and knowledge of the people and cultures that form the congregation at Mt Albert Methodist.

This role will require you to coordinate all services and activities within an active Methodist Church.

If this sounds like you please send your CV to gillian@thinkit.co.nz.  If you would like a job description please email to the same address.

Postal address:
PO Box 8050
Symonds Street
Auckland 1150

Applications close on 21 May 2012.  Only written applications will be accepted.


Hills Community Church
MINISTER

Has God been stirring you in a way that seems to indicate that change is coming?

Do you feel you have achieved God's work in your current position and you are ready for the next opportunity?

Hills Community Church (HCC) is a small but growing church in the township of Mapua, Nelson/Tasman.

We have a rich diversity of faith backgrounds and perspectives and are seeking a new minister to grow the church further and advance God's kingdom within the local community.

Further information & application pack:  rod@cgwl.co.nz

Applications close:  Friday 1st June 2012


St Stephen's, Tauranga
ORDAINED MINISTER  (1/2 time)

St Stephens Methodist Church, Tauranga is a church where everyone is important.  We are a very loyal group of people of mixed ages and cultures and part of the Tauranga Methodist Parish.

We are seeking an ordained minister (1/2 time) who will work at deepening relationships within the congregation and help and inspire us all.

The successful applicant would work under Methodist oversight alongside the full-time Parish Superintendent.

A profile of the parish is available on request.

Inquiries should be directed to:

Rev Nigel Hanscamp
Director Mission Resourcing
Methodist Church of New Zealand
[Em] nigel@missionresourcing.org.nz
[T] 09 525 4179 or 021 570 385


Kaitaia Union Parish
FULL TIME MINISTER

We are praying for a new Ordained Minister, Pastor, Leader, Biblical Preacher.

We want to continue the refreshing of our worship and parish life that has begun under a year's transitional ministry and impact a new generation.

The successful applicant would work under Methodist oversight alongside the full-time Parish Superintendent.

A profile of the parish is available on request.

Inquiries should be directed to:

Rev Nigel Hanscamp
Director Mission Resourcing
Methodist Church of New Zealand
[Em] nigel@missionresourcing.org.nz
[T] 09 525 4179 or 021 570 385