Job Description
We are seeking a Mission Enabler, Regional Mission to work in partnership with key staff across the Movement. They will provide direction and energy to Scripture Union s Regional Ministry with a focus on establishing and sustaining ministry opportunities. This will require the person to recruit, motivate, train, equip and support a large number of volunteers/Faith Guides, with whom they work in partnership as well as leading by example, through the modelling of excellent mission delivery to children and young people consistent with Scripture Union s mission. This role will the cover the Greater Manchester area.
The successful candidate will:
Identify, recruit and support Faith Guides, volunteers and Local Mission Partners (LMPs) through a range of methods, including electronic, phone and face to face.
Provide relevant coaching and/or mentoring, equipping and resourcing for Faith Guides, volunteers and LMPs.
Lead local mission activity within Scripture Union s mission framework, establishing a clear hand-over process and timetable to local church partners.
Pioneer new approaches/ideas in line with SU s strategy that have the potential to be replicated elsewhere and lead to a greater scale and depth of mission activity.
Support, by promotion or direct involvement, SU s wider programme of holidays and missions across England and Wales and, if appropriate, internationally.
Undertake specific fundraising activities and approaches in line with SU s fundraising approach.
Why join us? Beyond the profound impact of your work, we offer excellent benefits:
- A flexible, home-based role supporting work-life balance
- Competitive salary and generous pension scheme (up to 12% employer contribution) and option to opt in to Salary Sacrifice
- 23 days annual leave + bank holidays + 5 additional days to volunteer at Scripture Union events
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave
- Life insurance, Permanent Health Insurance (PHI), option to join BUPA Healthcare and access to an excellent Employee Assistance Programme
- Free Bible Reading notes and staff discount on our other material
- A supportive, faith-filled environment where your work has eternal impact
If you're ready to make a lasting difference and join a community united by faith, we want to hear from you!
The Movement takes Safeguarding seriously. This role will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service and have an occupational requirement to be filled by a committed Christian, active in church life. Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9 applies.
We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from people, regardless of their background.
