The role of DCS Community Relations Coordinator is to live out the mission and vision of the School and the mission of the DCS Community group (formally Parents and Friends):The DCS Community works to build authentic Christian community and family partnerships within our Christ-centred school.We aim to do this by building strong partnerships, connecting and engaging families, providing opportunities to support and serve, fostering a Christ-centred culture and creating the best possible environment for our children's development at school.The role of DCS Community Relations Coordinator is to continue the vision and action that DCS is an authentic Christian Learning Community.To facilitate the communication of Devonport Christian School's mission and philosophy to families, parents and students, the internal community.To be a Christian role model to other parents and families by action, word and deed.To live out DCS Community mission and vision (as stated above).To build loyalty, enthusiasm, commitment and a Christian spirit of giving amongst the parent body and wider school community.To promote and market the school, as a Christian Community, and its community events and activities.Responsible for the implementation of the relevant areas of the DCS Community Cares.Engage with parents in DCS Community connection groups including preschool activities connections.Connect parents and families through the use of the JILOA Centre and JILOA Café.Be a committed Association member of Devonport Christian School Inc.School RequirementsAll staff are required to:Perform their responsibilities in a manner which reflects the School's mission, objectives and philosophy. In particular, staff are expected to role model an active Christian faith that will be demonstrated in part by an active involvement in the wider Christian Church.Be Christian role models and examples to all people associated with the School.Participate in leading School devotions that involve staff and students. Attendance at staff services and school events, including Christian professional learning and staff days.Essential ResponsibilitiesModeling Christian leadership and promoting the School and Christian education.Building connections and community around parents, families and DCS community members.Supporting and praying with families and parents where required.Leading the Community team and bringing value to DCS Community.Marketing and promotion of the school.Leading, developing and maintaining Community Relations Programs.Together with Principal, Board representative for DCS Community, and DCS Community Care Coordinators, plan and oversight of whole school DCS Community events.Provide leadership for Community Team members who promote and access social media sites and groups to connect DCS community with activities, communication and information about School.Selection for Interview ProceduresHow to apply for this position:Consideration for an interview is based on the assessment of each applicant in relation to the following documents being submitted as an application.Following is a guide on what should be included in your application:Covering Letter to support your applicationLetter introducing yourself and advising why you wish to be considered for the role of 'DCS Community Relations Team Member'.Your Current CV / ResumeInclude a resume with correct information (full name, address, telephone numbers and email address), a copy of your current Working with Vulnerable People number (card), and a summary of your work experience detailing where you have worked, positions held, period of employment and brief details of duties performed.Statements which respond and demonstrate reflections on the five headings (listed below)You should respond with your personal work approach, philosophy of working in teams and personal reflections under the following areas: Personal Christian faith, Christ-centred education, Promotions and Marketing, Community and Family partnerships, Problem Solving, high capacity and event management. These can be written in paragraph form under each heading (see details on the following page)My personal Christian faithMy understanding of Christ-centred educationEffective strategies to develop/maintain a healthy Christian community culture at DCSImportance of Christian community and family partnerships in Christian schoolsSkills in problem solving, high capacity and event management At least two work related refereesIn your resume include details of at least two people who can be contacted who can provide information about how you meet the selection criteria.Applications to include a reference from your Pastor/MinisterThis reference includes details of your church involvement, demonstrating an active faith and involvement in church or ministries.APPLICATION PROCEDURESContact the school on ****** or phone 0364 231373 to obtain an application package. Applications must include the Devonport Christian School Application for Employment Form.Note: applications are being received now and will be processed as they arrive, with a closing date of 10:00am Monday 15th July 2024.Applications should include A covering letter, Current CV/Resume, Statements which respond and demonstrate reflections on the five headings, at least two work related referees, a reference from your Pastor/Minister, the Devonport Christian School Application for Employment Form completed.Before any appointment is made, the applicant will need to demonstrate a degree of fitness applicable to the position.The successful applicant and all unsuccessful applicants will be forwarded written notification.#J-18808-Ljbffr
