Manchester Diocese has an inspiring vision for 2030. We are committed to doubling the number of young active disciples and ensuring there is a thriving Children and Young Peoples' ministry within reach of every young person. We are energised by the opportunities to create ways for children and young people to encounter Jesus.

To help bring this vision to life, we are now recruiting for a new role within our Diocesan Education team: Encounter Project Manager

The Encounter Project Manager will be the strategic lead for the Encounter Project, overseeing this work of archdeaconry teams deployed across the diocese, to double the number of young active disciples and ensuring there is a thriving CYP ministry within reach of every young person.

There is an occupational requirement for the post-holder to be a practising Christian, in accordance with Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.

An enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for the successful candidate.

If you would like to know more about this project/ role please get in touch with Canon Susie Mapledoram, Director of Children and Young People susiemapledoram@manchester.anglican.org or Deborah Smith, Director of Education deborahsmith@manchester.anglican.org

To apply, please click the APPLY button. We recommend completing your application on a laptop or desktop. For further details about the role, please review the job description, person specification, and the Encounter: Summary of the Programme document.

Queries can be directed to jobs@manchester.anglican.org.

Closing Date: Thursday, 26 February at 4:00pm

Interviews: Friday, 6 March 2026 at St John's House, 155-163 The Rock, Bury BL9 0ND