Location: Darling Point, Sydney
Location type: On-Site
Date advertised: 18th November 2025
Job Type: Part time
Closing Date: 18th December 2025
St Mark’s Darling Point is a vibrant, growing, gospel-centred church in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. We are committed to worship that is biblically rich, spiritually warm, and musically excellent. As part of our long-term vision to be a centre for outstanding church music of all kinds, we are seeking to appoint a Contemporary Music Minister to oversee and grow contemporary worship across our 10am and 5:30pm services.
About the Role
We are looking for a gifted, collaborative, and spiritually mature leader who loves helping God’s people lift their hearts and voices in praise. The successful applicant will have a deep understanding of contemporary Christian music, skill in leading musicians, and a heart for developing others.
Key Responsibilities
- Curate, plan, and arrange the music for the 10am and 5:30pm services each week.
- Lead musical worship (vocally and/or instrumentally).
- Recruit, pastorally support, and develop teams of musicians and singers.
- Rehearse and prepare bands with attention to musicality, excellence, and accessibility for the congregation.
- Work collaboratively with the Rector, service leaders, and Director of Music (Choral) to integrate contemporary music into the broader worship life of St Mark’s.
- Coordinate rosters and oversee the organisation of musicians.
- Contribute to the long-term development of contemporary music ministry at St Mark’s.
Qualifications & Attributes
- Demonstrated musical proficiency and experience leading contemporary worship.
- A mature Christian faith and commitment to the vision and ministry of St Mark’s.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to grow and shepherd volunteer teams.
- Organisational skills and reliability in week-to-week planning.
Terms
This is a part-time role with hours and remuneration commensurate with experience (likely 10–15 hours/week). Payment can be made by contract or as a casual arrangement. A full position description is available on request.
To Apply
Please send a CV and short cover letter to office@stmarksdp.org.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
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