<p><strong>Working with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga,</strong></p> <p><a href="https://ww.catholic.edu.au/" rel="nofollow">Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga</a> (CEDWW) serves 24 primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities across the Riverina and South West NSW.</p> <p>Our schools are communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning, where every student is known, valued and supported to thrive.</p> <p>We invest in our people through professional learning, career development and opportunities to make a meaningful impact across our schools.</p> <p><strong>Purpose of this position</strong></p> <p>The Director, Evangelisation and Religious Education provides executive leadership for Catholic Education in the Diocese of Wagga Wagga, with overall accountability for Evangelisation, Religious Education and the strengthening of Catholic identity and mission across all diocesan educational settings. As a member of the CEDWW Leadership Management Team, the Director provides strategic leadership, oversight and comprehensive support to schools in advancing the Church’s mission of evangelisation and catechesis, in alignment with the CEDWW Strategic Improvement Plan and broader systemic policies.</p> <p>The Director works collaboratively with the Bishop, clergy, lay leaders and school principals to nurture and strengthen the religious dimension of Catholic education within a professional educational framework. The role provides leadership for the development of vibrant Catholic school communities, ensuring that evangelisation, faith formation and Religious Education are integral to the life, culture, curriculum and mission of each school.</p> <p>The Director is ultimately accountable to the Executive Director of Catholic Education for the strategic direction and effectiveness of Evangelisation and Religious Education across the Diocese. The role leads the development of system-wide initiatives, formation opportunities, curriculum and pedagogical support, and resources that build the capacity of leaders and teachers to authentically witness to and teach the Catholic faith.</p> <p>The Director is expected to be an active witness to Catholic life and demonstrate a deep commitment to the Church’s educational mission. Through strong relational, strategic and theological leadership, the Director fosters a vibrant Catholic identity across the diverse school communities of the Diocese of Wagga Wagga and ensures that Catholic education remains centred on the person of Jesus Christ, the Gospel and the formation of young people in faith, hope and service.</p> <p>See video <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AD2rI8YRP-0" rel="nofollow">here </a>for more information.</p> <p><strong>What We Can Offer</strong></p> <ul> <li>Executive, 5 years full-time contract with the option of an additional 5 years subject to ongoing successful performance reviews&nbsp;</li> <li>Position based at&nbsp;McAlroy House, Wagga Wagga.</li> <li>Generous salary package, including a&nbsp;fully maintained vehicle&nbsp;(and all associated costs).</li> <li>Relocation allowance&nbsp;</li> <li>Discounted Bupa Health insurance</li> <li>Access to Fitness Passport</li> <li>Access to our Employee Assistance Program through Thrive Psychology</li> <li>Work within a purpose-led organisation committed to people, learning and community.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Applications and Enquiries</strong></p> <p>If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Sandra Harvey via email at <a href="mailto:cedww-director@ww.catholic.edu.au?subject=Director%2C%20Evangelisation%20and%20Religious%20Education%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29?subject=Director%2C%20Evangelisation%20and%20Religious%20Education%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">cedww-director@ww.catholic.edu.au</a> or 6937 0000</p> <p>Please see<a href="https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:AP:517d0d4c-a7b9-4b51-8cbe-f3f0a44ebd2f" rel="nofollow"> Application Pack here</a> and <a href="https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:AP:cdff3dc9-f37b-4a93-ab7d-7a653a888982" rel="nofollow">Position Description here</a></p> <p>To be considered, your submission must directly address the criteria detailed within the position description and applicant pack to &nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@ww.cathiolc.edu.au?subject=Director%2C%20Evangelisation%20and%20Religious%20Education%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29?subject=Director%2C%20Evangelisation%20and%20Religious%20Education%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">recruitment@ww.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Please include three referees with your application:</p> <ul> <li>One referee must be your Parish Priest from your local parish of worship.</li> <li>If you’re a current Principal, one of your referees must be from an internal senior position of authority from your Diocese.</li> <li>For other leadership levels, one of your referees must be your current Principal.</li> </ul> <p><i>Your referees will be contacted prior to shortlisting.</i></p> <p>If you are applying for this position you must complete a <a href="https://au1.documents.adobe.com/public/esignWidget?wid=CBFCIBAA3AAABLblqZhCWBABGhuKlHzTyPtdW5gMzPvdSeUJWDuXt7eAkfi4VbiJH9ss-t7n8FBC1I277vT0*" rel="nofollow">Pre-Employment Declaration</a> as part of CEDWW recruitment requirements. If you do not complete the Pre-Employment Declaration we are unable to progress your application further.</p> <p>Applications close on <strong>Sunday 6th September 2026 11.59pm AEST.</strong></p> <p><i>"CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care".</i></p> <p><i>CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.</i></p>