The Diocese of Chichester is seeking a lay or ordained Bishop’s Liaison Officer for the LGBTQIA+ community.

The post holder will articulate and advocate for the pastoral needs of the LGBTQIA+community, including those who identify as same-sex attracted across the Diocese. They will represent the church in this community, build bridges and enable pastoral support. This is a pastoral position, not a campaigning role, which exists to assist the Bishop’s desire and responsibility to offer a pastoral presence and a place of inclusion for all.

In this role you will offer and encourage:

• Pastoral Support
• Education & Awareness
• Public Engagement
• Liaison & Advocacy

We are seeking a postholder who has:

• Knowledge and understanding of the Church of England and ability to engage across traditions
• A prayerful and non-judgmental approach
• Strong confidentiality, interpersonal sensitivity, and safeguarding awareness
• Experience navigating conflict or facilitating safe spaces
• Excellent communication skills
• Empathy, self‑motivation, and the ability to work collaboratively
• Effective administration and networking abilities
• Experience of working with volunteers

For further information please see the full role description and person specification.

What we offer:

• This is a part time role, equating to 1 day per week, the time to be worked flexibly across the week.
• It can be offered as a standalone 0.2 FTE employed post or be carried out within an existing parish role (i.e. a full time incumbent/priest in charge would not need to be separately employed).
• If offered as an employed role the salary is £7,547 per annum (FTE £37,737pa)
• This role is open to both lay and ordained candidates

Chichester DBF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment and to comply with the relevant safeguarding policy. Our full safeguarding policy can be found here. The post holder will be required to have an enhanced DBS check.

Please apply on Pathways by midnight on 19^th April 2026.

Interviews will be held at Church House, Hove on 29^th April 2026.