Head of Administration | Verwaltungsleitung (m/w/d)

Bischöfliches Generalvikariat

Volkmarsen, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Apr 9, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As the Head of Administration for the St. Heimerad Catholic Parish in Volkmarsen, you will act as a strategic and operational partner to the Parish Priest, relieving him of day-to-day administrative burdens. Your core responsibilities include managing the central parish office, overseeing commercial operations in collaboration with the central accounting office, and leading staff members. You will be responsible for budget planning, standardizing administrative processes, and ensuring compliance with legal regulations. A unique aspect of this role is its dual focus: you will manage parish administration while also overseeing the administration of local Catholic kindergartens and representing them to municipal authorities. This position offers a meaningful work environment within the Diocese of Fulda, combining traditional values with modern management practices, and provides significant autonomy in shaping organizational workflows.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Public Administration (Diplom-Verwaltungswirt FH), Business Administration (Betriebswirt), Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent professional qualification.

Experience

  • Professional experience in administrative management or public administration
  • Experience in personnel leadership and staff qualification
  • Proven experience in commercial processing and financial budgeting
  • Experience in organizational development and process standardization
  • Experience working with legal frameworks such as labor and personnel law

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Valid Class B driver's license and access to a private vehicle for business use required. Must be willing to attend evening meetings and perform field service within the parish area. Candidates must identify with the mission, goals, and values of the Roman Catholic Church.