Jesuits in Ireland are seeking a Pastoral Ministry Co-ordinator in Belfast

June 16, 2026

Pastoral Ministry Co-ordinator – Belfast Jesuit Centre

The Jesuits in Ireland are seeking to recruit a Pastoral Ministry Co-Ordinator to a nine-month fixed-term contract role, based at the Centre's premises at 193–195 Donegall Street, Belfast, BT1 2FL.

The Belfast Jesuit Centre

The Pastoral Ministry Co-Ordinator will support the Director of the Belfast Jesuit Centre and the Chaplain to Ulster University Belfast.

The successful candidate will be at the heart of creating opportunities for people to feel supported in their spiritual lives and empowered to serve others. They will design and deliver pastoral programmes, nurture volunteers, and offer spaces of welcome, reflection and renewal.

The role holder will help nurture the emerging community involved in the Centre's growing programme of formation initiatives, while offering pastoral, spiritual and community support to students of all faith backgrounds and none.

The post is for 35 hours per week. To meet the pastoral and operational needs of the role, flexibility will be required in relation to attendance and hours worked, including some evening work.

Full details relating to the vacancy can be found on the Down and Connor diocesan website, the Belfast Jesuit Centre website and NIjobs.com.

Applications are welcome from anyone who feels they meet the criteria and is interested in playing an active role within the Diocese of Down and Connor.

Salary: £29,000 gross per annum

Closing date: 12 noon on Monday 6 July 2026.

FDown and Connor Diocesan Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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