Member of the Global Relationships Committee

Methodist Church; Slough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join the Global Relationships Committee. This role is vital for enhancing the Church's mission globally and requires a commitment to service and strategic thinking. Ideal candidates will have experience in church bodies and a deep understanding of global mission contexts. As a member, you will play a critical role in advising on the strategic use of resources and implementing policies that reflect the Church's vision. This is a voluntary position, perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact within the community and beyond.

Benefits

Reimbursed expenses

Qualifications

• Experience serving on a church body is essential.
• Awareness of global mission contexts and development is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support the Connexional Secretary and Team.
• Oversee the implementation of the Church's global mission strategy.

Skills

Experience in church body

Global mission awareness

Strategic thinking

Ability to implement vision and policies

Education

Membership in the Methodist Church

Job description

Member of the Global Relationships Committee

The Vacancy

Member of the Global Relationships Committee (2 vacancies)

Are you a member of the Methodist Church in Britain seeking to use your skills, expertise and gifts? Do you have skills, proven ability and gifts in global mission contexts and strategic thinking to enhance the mission of the Church?

We are seeking two new members of the Global Relationships Committee appointed for their expertise and experience, from 1 September 2025, for a period of 6 years.

About the Role

The Global Relationships Committee (GRC) is to advise and support the Connexional Secretary and the Connexional Team to oversee the implementation, development and monitoring of the strategy of expressing Our Calling through our Global Relationships, particularly through the annual planning, budget and review process of the Church. The GRC is embedded in the life, the work and structures of the Methodist Church. It plays a valuable role as a ‘bridging’ structure between the MCB, All We Can and other parts of the worldwide Methodist family.

The Global Relationships Committee reports to the Connexional Council via the Mission Committee, so that the Mission Committee can continue to oversee the strategic use of funds and vision for mission.

About You

We are looking for an experienced, committed person who has transferable skills. This individual will:

1. Have previous experience of serving on a church body.
2. Have an awareness of the variety of contexts that exist within the areas of global mission, development, aid and Methodism worldwide.
3. Have the ability and wisdom to confer about how the vision and policies for mission adopted by the Conference might be implemented in the Circuits and Districts.
4. Be a member in good standing of the Methodist Church in Britain.

Expressions of interest are invited from lay and ordained members of the Methodist Church in Britain, and especially from people from ethnic minorities as they are currently underrepresented on the Committee. All applications will be assessed on merit.

We advise you to review the role description and person specification ahead of completing and submitting your online expression of interest form.

Please note that where appropriate, the successful nominee will be asked to undertake further checks, including references and a DBS check.

Interviews: 9 June 2025 at Methodist Church House, London

This is a voluntary unpaid position; with appropriate expenses reimbursed.

The calling of the Methodist Church is to respond to the gospel of God’s love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission.

The Church exists to:

1. Increase the awareness of God’s presence and celebrate God’s love (Worship).
2. Help people to grow and learn as Christians, through mutual support and care (Learning and Caring).
3. Be a good neighbour to people in need and to challenge injustice (Service).
4. Make more followers of Jesus Christ (Evangelism).