Parish Manager – Job Specification

Background
The Parish of Holy Cross, Dundrum, is seeking to appoint an individual to the newly created position of Parish Manager. Reporting directly to the Parish Priest, the Manager will provide professional and administrative support to the Parish Priest, staff, and volunteers to ensure the smooth and efficient running of all non-pastoral aspects of parish life. The role requires strong organisational, interpersonal, and managerial skills, with responsibility for the overall coordination of the administration of the parish.

This role will be for an initial 18-month period. It can be either part-time or full-time, and we are open to discussing what works best for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support parish staff and volunteers in the administration that underpins Dundrum Parish.
• Coordinate, with parish staff, the maintenance and future development of parish facilities including the Church, Parochial House, and Pastoral Centre.
• Act as the main point of contact for non-pastoral matters such as health and safety, GDPR, safeguarding, compliance, media systems and overall good governance.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external suppliers, including oversight of purchasing, contracts, renewals, and negotiations.
• Oversee and develop parish communications in areas such as signage, newsletters, website, and traditional and digital communication channels.
• Review, revise, and maintain effective parish processes and procedures. This includes ensuring compliance with all relevant legislative requirements and all aspects of the Archdiocese of Dublin Administrative Regulations and Guidelines.
• Assist the work of various parish committees.
• Support, facilitate and establish parish revenue-generating initiatives.
• Participate, as required, in the development of the parish partnership with Balally, Ballinteer, and Meadowbrook, as guided by the Parish Priest.
• Undertake other tasks as may be reasonably assigned by the Parish Priest.

Experience and Skills

Essential Experience

• Proven experience of managing and developing people.
• Financial literacy, including experience of budgeting and interpretation of financial reporting
• Knowledge of IT systems and capabilities.
• Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.

Desirable Experience

• Experience in change management and/or organisational development.
• Awareness of Diocesan initiatives and/or parish administration.

Key Skills and Attributes

• Align with the mission of the Parish.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to delegate and motivate.
• Identify, influence and implement change initiatives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident in making presentations to and networking with diverse parish and community groups.

Application Process
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications to meet the requirements of this role, along with an indication of your availability (full time/part time). Applications should be sent via email to HCparishmanager@outlook.com no later than Friday 17th April 2026. For further information or informal inquiries, please contact the same email address.