Mandarin-speaking Pastor – Baptist Church in Brisbane

Sunnybank District Baptist Church (SDBC) is a multi-cultural church located on the south side of Brisbane. We are currently seeking a full time Associate Pastor to head up the Mandarin and Pastoral Care ministries. If you are fluent in English and Mandarin, and passionate about sharing the gospel with Mandarin speaking people, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership to the Mandarin ministry, primarily in the context of the Mandarin-speaking congregation.
• Provide leadership for the Pastoral Care Ministry across all of SDBC.
• Deliver Bible-based teaching that connects with our community’s diverse backgrounds.
• Lead Bible studies, prayer meetings, and worship services.
• Disciple and train up leaders in these ministries.

To be considered for the position, you need to –

• Have strong biblical knowledge along with pastoral experience or relevant ministry experience.
• Be fluent in English, written Chinese and spoken Mandarin
• Have a good understanding of Chinese culture and mindset
• Have working level proficiency in English to be able to work collaboratively with other pastors, staff and ministry leaders
• Have an Australian permanent residence status or right to work in Australia

Please send your –

• Detailed resume and cover letter
• A statement of your belief in Jesus Christ and commitment to a local church
• Contact details of three referees we may contact (one should be your most recent supervisor or mentor)

To psc@sdbc.org.au. If you require further information, please send an email to this address and attention it to the SDBC Mandarin Pastoral Search Committee.