Down and Dromore is a vibrant and growing diocese focused on making disciples, raising up and empowering Christian leaders and birthing new ministries and churches. This is a strategic role, and the post holder will help to initiate new and further develop existing children’s ministry, inspire leaders, and see children grow in their faith.

We are looking for a person with a passionate Christian faith and an excitement, commitment, and ability to work within and maintain the ethos of the Diocese of Down and Dromore.

The successful candidate will require at least 5 years’ experience either in a paid or voluntary capacity of working with children in a leadership and organisational role.

The diocese has a parish development team whose role it is to support, encourage and resource parish ministry, including youth and children’s ministry. The Children’s Officer will work alongside a Youth and Young Adults’ Officer, Diocesan Development Officer, and the wider diocesan team.

Hours: This is a full–time role based in the Diocesan Offices in Belfast.

Starting Salary: Dependent on experience starting between £34,787 and £38,653

Closing date: 20/03/2026