- Review current giving levels and understand financial data.
- Spot opportunities for growth and introduce practical solutions.
- Help implement easy, secure giving options like the Parish Giving Scheme, digital platforms, and contactless devices.
- Coach leaders on talking about money with confidence.
- Provide templates for giving campaigns and improve financial reporting.
- Promote good governance and troubleshoot practical issues like Gift Aid.
- Work closely with treasurers, churchwardens, and clergy to plan for the future.
- Salary/Stipend: £28,969.85
- Working Hours: 1 x half time role as Giving Advisor/ 1 x half time role as Parish Administrator (Maternity Cover 12 months) = 1 Full time post.
- Closing Date: 5pm, January 4th, 2026
Giving Advisor
Generous Giving Officer
Do you have a passion for helping churches thrive? As a Generous Giving Officer in the Church of England, you’ll play a vital role in supporting parishes to build healthy, sustainable patterns of giving.
What does this look like?
You’ll work hands-on with churches to:
You’ll also support stewardship initiatives – creating resources, delivering presentations, and guiding PCCs and clergy step by step.
Beyond the numbers
This role is about people as much as finance. You’ll:
Through practical advice, training, and relational support, you’ll help churches build strong financial foundations – so they can focus on what matters most: mission and ministry.
This position combines two part-time roles: one as a Giving Advisor and another to cover maternity leave for 12 months. After the 12-month period, the role may become full-time, depending on the workload.
The Diocese of Portsmouth is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of United Kingdom Minority Ethnic/Global Majority Heritage, women and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation. The appointment will of course be based on merit alone. Enhanced DBS will be required.