Samaritan's Purse Canada Jasper AB Church Recovery Specialist

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Municipality of Jasper; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A Christian international relief organization is seeking a Church Recovery Specialist in Jasper, Alberta. This remote full-time position involves engaging with local churches, assessing community needs, and supporting recovery efforts. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and be aligned with Christian values. Exceptional communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required. A flexible schedule is essential to meet community demands.

Qualifications

• Committed to the Samaritan's Purse Statement of Faith.
• Experience in ministry, humanitarian aid, social work, or emergency management preferred.
• Ability to work varying schedules based on community needs.

Responsibilities

• Attend local emergency management meetings to assess community needs.
• Collaborate on a community entry strategy.
• Maintain relationships with local churches and provide support.
• Assist church leadership and facilitate ministry revival.
• Document and report on support provided to churches.

Skills

Commitment to Christian values

Adaptability

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary Degree or Diploma in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Samaritan's Purse Canada Jasper AB Church Recovery Specialist

Samaritan's Purse Canada is seeking a dedicated Church Recovery Specialist to make a meaningful impact in the recovery journey of local churches in Jasper, Alberta.

Samaritan's Purse is a Christian international relief organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. The successful candidate will fulfill a remote full-time six-month contract position, working from a home office situated in close proximity to Jasper, Alberta.

Responsibilities include:

• Attending local emergency management meetings to identify potential service gaps and assess the needs of individuals and the community.
• Collaborating in the development of a community entry strategy to gain a deeper understanding of the local context.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with churches, providing ongoing communication and support throughout the recovery process.
• Assisting and providing counsel to church leadership and facilitating ministry revival.
• Keeping detailed records of churches in the community, documenting and reporting on support provided.

Qualifications:

• Committed to Christian values and precepts and in agreement with the Samaritan's Purse Statement of Faith.
• Post-secondary Degree or Diploma in seminary, social work, communications, emergency management, healthcare, or other relevant field.
• Experience in ministry, humanitarian aid, social work, emergency management, first response, is considered an asset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Adaptable to varying schedules, including evenings and weekends, as required based on community needs.

To apply, please forward your resume and a cover letter detailing your passion for Christian ministry employment to: Attention: Human Resources, 20 Hopewell Way NE, Calgary, AB T3J 5H5, or email to [e-mail].