Assembly Executive Secretary

  • New Zealand
  • Auckland
  • Permanent
  • NZ$180 - NZ$200 per annum

Assembly Executive Secretary (AES)
Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand (PCANZ)

The Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand is seeking an inspirational and servant-hearted leader to serve as our Assembly Executive Secretary (AES), a pivotal role equivalent to the Chief Executive of the Church, and which also carries the responsibilities of the Clerk of the General Assembly.
Reporting to the Council of Assembly through its Convenor, the AES provides strategic leadership and governance support to help fulfil the Church’s mission across Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

  • Provide high-level strategic and leadership advice to the General Assembly, Council of Assembly, and other governance bodies of the Church.
  • Offer clear guidance on Church policies and polity, drawing from the Book of Order, Supplementary Provisions, and New Zealand law.
  • Lead and manage the Assembly Office to deliver agreed outputs, support committees and workgroups, and reflect the Church’s values and God’s mission.
  • Build and maintain collaborative, pastorally supportive relationships with church leaders, congregations, and external partners.
  • Communicate effectively with the Church and represent it nationally and internationally.

What We’re Looking For

We seek a leader who:

  • Embodies servant leadership, fostering the ethos, culture, and faith of the Church.
  • Understands and respects the Church’s structure, where authority is shared among councils and courts.
  • Has proven experience in governance, strategic leadership, and organisational management.
  • Possesses strong communication skills and a pastoral heart.
  • Can travel nationally and internationally, including weekends, to represent the Church.

About the Role

The AES is entrusted with overseeing the employment and performance of all Assembly Office staff, ensuring the Church’s strategic and missional objectives are advanced in line with the General Assembly’s decisions. This role requires a deep commitment to the life and mission of the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand and the ability to work with grace, integrity, and vision.
Two key documents guide the role:

  • The Book of Order – outlining the responsibilities of the Clerk of Assembly and General Assembly operations. Including Supplementary Provisions – detailing procedural and governance matters.
  • The Council of Assembly Handbook

If you feel called to serve in this significant role, leading with wisdom, humility, and faith, we invite you to apply.

Applications close: Sunday 14 September 2025
Total remuneration $180-200,000

To be considered for this opportunity please apply, or email your CV and cover letter to: jp.browne@talentinternational.com

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