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Minister of Religion

OFO Code: 263601

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

OFO code
263601
Occupation
Minister of Religion
Classification
OFO 2021
Major group
PROFESSIONALS
Unit group
2636 · Religious Professionals

Official description
Religious professionals function as perpetuators of sacred traditions, practices and beliefs. They conduct religious services, celebrate or administer the rites of a religious faith or denomination, provide spiritual and moral guidance and perform other functions associated with the practice of a religion.

More official OFO detail

Specialisations: Religious Worker, Rabbi, Religious Leader, Archbishop, Priest, Bishop, Imam, Salvation Army Officer, Theologian, Chaplain

  • Conducting religious services, rites and ceremonies;
  • Providing spiritual and moral guidance in accordance with the religion professed
  • Preparing religious sermons and preaching;
  • Developing and directing study courses and religious education programmes
  • Scheduling and participating in special events such as camps, conferences, seminars, and retreats
  • Undertaking various administrative and social duties, including participating in committees and meetings of religious organizations
  • Perpetuating sacred traditions, practices and beliefs
  • Propagating religious doctrines in own country or abroad
  • Counselling individuals regarding interpersonal, health, financial, and religious problems;

2. Demand status

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