Mission Enabler - Greater Manchester

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.