Verger

St John’s Cathedral is the mother church of the HKSKH Diocese of Hong Kong Island. As a place of worship and declared monument, the Cathedral is opened daily throughout the year to worshippers and visitors.

The Verger plays a vital operational and liturgical role in the daily worship and administration of St John’s Cathedral. Working under the supervision of the Dean and Executive Administrator, and in cooperation with the clergy and Cathedral staff, the Verger ensures the Cathedral is presented that reflects the dignity and reverence of its sacred purpose.

Liturgical & Ceremonial Support

·       Prepare all necessary items for worship (e.g. vestments, vessels, books, candles).

·       Set up altar arrangements for services, rehearsals, and diocesan events.

·       Ensure all liturgical spaces (nave, chapels, sacristy) are kept in good order.

Operational Duties

·       With support from the Executive Administrator, provide positive leadership and collaborative line management to the team of caretakers.

·       Ensure the caretakers are confident and equipped to deliver high standard of works.

·       Open and close the Cathedral in accordance with procedures.

·       Assist in monitoring the security, safety, cleanliness, and general presentation of the building and its facilities.

·       Report maintenance to the appropriate departments.

·       Maintain sacristy stocks and liaise with external contractors for procurement.

·       Support the production and printing of weekly service sheets (e.g. pew sheets, order of service).

·       Oversee with the handling, documentation and banking of service collections.

Event, Visitor, and Admin Support

·       Provide logistical management of concerts and public events in the Cathedral to ensure smooth setup and return to the correct set up after events.

·       Provide cover for Cathedral reception or administrative colleagues when needed.

·       Answer general telephone and in-person enquiries in a professional and courteous manner.

·       Help with basic clerical tasks including printing, filing, and records handling.

·       Assist the Executive Administrator with correct entry of occasional office certification (weddings and funeral etc.)

Team Participation and Communication

·       Attend weekly staff meeting and participate in task coordination for special services including rehearsals.

·       Cooperate closely with fellow caretakers, clergy, musicians, sidesmen, and volunteers.

·       Uphold a standard of professional appearance and conduct while on duty.

Person Specification

Essential

·       A respectful and reverent attitude toward Anglican worship and sacred space.

·       Physically fit and capable of manual handling, lifting, and prolonged standing.

·       Flexible availability, especially on weekends, public holidays, and festival periods.

·       Good interpersonal and communication skills; able to interact with people from diverse backgrounds.

·       A team player who takes responsibility, initiative, and pride in their work.

·       Willingness to work unsociable hours as part of a roster.

·       Native in Cantonese. Fluent in English and Mandarin will be an advantage.

Desirable

·       Previous experience in a similar church, hospitality, or event-related role.

·       Familiarity with Anglican liturgy and ceremonial practices.

·       Computer literacy (e.g. email, MS Word, MS Excel).

·       First aid and driving license.