The Bistum Mainz with the Bischöflichen Ordinariat as a central administrative authority is an employer for currently approx. 5200 people. It covers about 7,700 square kilometers predominantly in the federal states of Hessen and Rhineland-Palatinate. The following shall be placed at the earliest possible date in the Bischöflichen Ordinariat, Department of Seelsorge, Area 2 Kategoriale Services: Referent in der Hörloseseelsorge (m⁠/⁠w⁠/⁠d) 19.5 hours per week, limited to five years Reference numeral 68 / 2026 In the Diocese of Mainz, the Diocese of Limburg and the Evangelical Church in Hessen-Nassau, the care of the deaf is more and more shared. In order to meet this responsibility and to ensure the future viability in this area conceptually, a position is set up as a referent:in (m⁠/⁠w⁠/⁠d) in deaf soul care for five years. Help us to connect the existing groups in the deaf community, link offers and ensure the future viability of the field conceptually. We look forward to your motivated application.

Promoting networking among groups Strengthening voluntary structures Coordination and preparation of the joint annual programme Structure, design and editorial support of the social media presence of the deaf-soul care for the deaf community Coordination of assistance services for deaf people Organisation and coordination of continuing training courses for primary and volunteers in this field Concepts for securing the future in the pastoral care of the deaf in the participating churches Cooperation with the bodies and working groups of the two churches in this work area (DAFEG, DBK etc.)

completed university studies (Bachelor) in pedagogy, social education, social work or comparable course of study independent, structured, reliable and solution-oriented operation Knowledge in German language (DGS) is desirable but not a prerequisite. Language acquisition is supported. Experience in or at least a strong interest in the design of change processes, especially in the field of voluntary service, is desirable Ready for business trips Driving class B is desirable

Compensation according to the employment contract regulations (AVO) of the Diocese of Mainz in conjunction with the collective agreement for the public service (TVÖD/VKA, EC 11) friendly working atmosphere Financing of DGS language learning flexible working hours with the possibility of mobile work Additional services (KZKV) 30 days (for a 5-day week) Job Ticket (Augmentation to the German Ticket) Possibility to release for retreats (up to 3 days a year) The unit is attached to the pastoral care unit for people with disabilities in the diocese of Mainz. Applicants: should identify themselves with the tasks and objectives of the Christian Church. Disabled applicants: You are particularly taken into account with the same suitability. .