We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Temple Secretary to support the smooth day-to-day administration of Bhaktivedanta Manor. This role requires a spiritually grounded individual who embodies humility, kindness, and a devotional mood, while also bringing strong organisational and administrative skills from prior professional experience.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing schedules, coordinating activities, and handling a wide range of administrative and ad hoc tasks in a dynamic and fast-paced temple environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and maintaining diaries, schedules, and appointments
• Booking meetings, coordinating calendars, and ensuring efficient time management
• Handling correspondence, emails, and general administrative duties
• Supporting temple leadership with PA/secretarial tasks
• Managing confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Assisting with a variety of ad hoc administrative and organisational tasks
• Ensuring smooth communication and coordination across different functions within the temple

Essential Qualities:

• Humble, kind, and respectful nature
• Strong devotional mood and alignment with temple values
• Calm, composed, and service-oriented attitude
• Trustworthy and able to maintain strict confidentiality

Experience & Skills:

• Previous experience in an administrative, PA, or secretarial role (outside a temple setting)
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Competent in basic office software and administrative systems

Other Requirements:

• Reliability
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Full availability to work on Sundays (mandatory)
• Remaining hours to be worked onsite at the temple

Location: Onsite at the Hare Krishna Temple, Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford WD25 8EZ

How to apply:

Please note you must be eligible to work in the UK as we do not provide sponsorships and you will be required to provide proof

Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are passionate about this role to HR@krishnatemple.com

Closing Date: 8th April 2026