Diocese of Worcester

STEWARDSHIP OFFICER (ONE ROLE OR TWO PART-TIME ROLES): Stewardship Officers working on the Cornerstone Rollout and Giving Mechanisms Could you inspire generosity that transforms lives? The Diocese of Worcester is on a bold journey of change. We are seeking a Stewardship Officer (or two part-time officers) to play a pivotal role in strengthening the financial sustainability of our churches. You will join a supportive and collaborative team, working at the heart of an exciting diocesan transformation programme designed to see healthy, sustainable churches in every community. In this role (or roles) you will: Equip churches to develop confident, sustainable patterns of giving, including digital and contactless giving Support the rollout and use of the national Cornerstone platform, helping churches better understand and grow their finances Encourage and develop legacy giving, helping congregations think long-term about their mission and impact Deliver training, resources and support to clergy and parish leaders, inspiring a clear and compelling vision of generous Christian stewardship across diverse local churches Whether you are a people-focused trainer, a confident communicator, or someone with a passion for generosity and church life, we would love to hear from you. You will be someone who: Is committed to the mission and values of the Church of England Builds strong relationships and communicates complex ideas simply Is confident using digital tools or willing to learn The Diocese of Worcester is a great place to work, offering excellent holiday allowances, a generous non contributory pension and a supportive working environment. We are committed to helping staff achieve a healthy work-life balance and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Salary : £32,408 FTE plus generous non contributory pension Hours: Cornerstone Role : this is a role funded by the National Church for 21 hours per week (0.6 FTE) until December 2028. Giving Mechanisms : This is a role funded by the Diocese of Worcester for 14 hours per week (0.4 FTE) until December 2028. Please note for both roles Wednesday morning working is required. Location : Hybrid - home working and diocesan offices, with travel across the Diocese required Further details and to apply : Please see the job description and person specification in the job packs and apply online using our application form Closing date : 9am 22nd July. Interviews : Thursday 30th July The Church of England is for everyone, and it is a priority for us to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and particularly encourage applications from UK Minority Ethnic / Global Majority Heritage candidates and people with disabilities.