Job Description

The Diocese of Guildford is seeking a dedicated Information Officer to oversee the day-to-day management of key data across the Diocese of Guildford in the Church of Englands Contact Management System (CMS). This pivotal role ensures the smooth operation of governance and other essential Church House services.

Background:
The Governance Team supports the Dioceses structures and decision-making with integrity and efficiency, covering areas like synodical governance, elections, and GDPR compliance.
At the core is the Information Officer, who manages diocesan data in the CMS. They ensure accurate records, support CMS use across teams, coordinate elections, and assist with ministerial developmentplaying a key role in maintaining good governance and operational excellence.

What You'll Do:
As an Information Officer, some of your key responsibilities will include:+ Managing diocesan data in the Church of Englands Contact Management System (CMS) + Training and empowering colleagues to use CMS effectively
+ Representing the Diocese in national CMS user groups
+ Coordinating governance processes including the planning and delivery of Diocesan elections
+ Assisting with the administration of Ministerial Development Reviews, Extended Ministerial Development Leave, and Continuing Ministerial Development.

Qualifications and Experience:+ Strong administrative background + Highly skilled in Microsoft 365 packages, especially Excel, Word and Outlook
+ Experience of using and administering database software
+ GDPR knowledge and understanding
+ Ability to pro-actively manage and prioritise activities
+ Competent in the use of technology with the ability to learn new systems quickly
+ Proven experience of managing confidential information with discretion, professionalism and sensitivity.

Please refer to the attached for the full details of the responsibilities of the Information Officer.
JD Information Officer Oct 2025.pdf

Benefits of the role include:+ Competitive salary within the Charity Sector + A 10% non-contributory pension
+ Life assurance provision of 3x annual salary
+ 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays
+ An employee assistance programme
+ Learning and development opportunities


This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the work of the Church through effective systems and collaborative engagement. If you are excited about this opportunity and meet the criteria, we would love to hear from you!

Ready to Apply?
Submit your CV along with a detailed supporting statement (cover letter), outlining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the person specification. The supporting statement is an essential part of the application process and thus a failure to provide this information will mean that the application will not be considered.

We will shortlist and interview on a rolling basis as applications are received and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

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Please note that if you are shortlisted and are unable to attend on the interview date it may not be possible to offer you an alternative date.