Operations Manager Job at King’s School of Theology

Hopecompass; City Of London; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A vibrant Christian theological college is seeking a part-time Operations Manager to manage various operations and external communications. The role offers flexibility, requires strong organizational skills, and involves planning events and supporting student admissions processes. The salary range is £25,000–£30,000 pro rata. Applicants must be practicing Christians. Training will be provided, and the position is primarily home-based.

Benefits

Pension scheme contributions

25 days holiday pro rata

Qualifications

• Experience in communications and marketing.
• Ability to plan and manage events.
• Administrative support experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement effective external communications.
• Plan operational aspects of teaching weekends.
• Manage admissions process and student applications.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Competent in Microsoft Office

Education

Good GCSE pass in Maths and English

Tools

Moodle

Job description

Overview

King’s School of Theology (KST) is a vibrant, community-centred Christian theological college offering affordable, accessible part-time theology courses for everyday Christians. We aim to equip people from all walks of life for whole-of-life discipleship to make a difference in the world. We have 40 years of experience in equipping people for life and ministry and serve Christians from all denominations across the UK and internationally. We have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our team in providing high‑quality, life transforming theological training courses.

Role: Operations Manager – (up to 2.5 days per week)

KST is recruiting for a new part-time Operations Manager to help lead KST into the next stage of its development. We are seeking a highly organised, self-motivated and enthusiastic individual with strong communication and interpersonal skills to manage operations and external communications across its diverse aspects. The responsibilities and role can be tailored to the strengths and skills of the successful applicant, with the level of responsibility depending on experience and suitability. The key responsibilities include:

• Communications and Marketing: Implement effective communications with individuals and groups external to the organisation. Implement key marketing strategies including social media.
• Event Management: Plan and manage operational aspects of KST teaching weekends and short courses. Provide operational support for events such as Graduation and taster events.
• Administration: Provide administrative support to the Principal and Academic Dean, Track teams and the KST Exec. Undertake finance administration including banking and bookkeeping.
• Admissions: Manage the annual admissions process, including student applications and finance arrangements.
• General: Support students in their spiritual life through their studies, and support the spiritual life of the college.

In addition to the responsibilities above, the successful candidate will be a good organiser and communicator, able to work remotely with minimal supervision and able to meet deadlines. Candidates should have a good GCSE pass (or equivalent) in Maths and English. Training will be provided on specific software packages including our online learning platform (Moodle). Competent use of Microsoft Office is required. The successful candidate must have a permit to work in the UK.

The role will normally be home-based, with travel to meetings as necessary. Exact hours and days of work are negotiable, but assumed to be during normal weekday hours. Attendance at each KST teaching weekend is required as part of the role.

King’s School of Theology is a Christian college and there is an occupational requirement for the postholder to be a practising Christian in accordance with the Equality Act 2010: Part 1, Schedule 9.

The salary range is £25,000–£30,000 pro rata, depending on competencies and experience. We pay contributions to a pension scheme and offer 25 days holiday pro rata, in addition to bank holidays.

Apply by submitting a covering letter and CV by email to Mark Norridge at [e-mail] by the end of 31st January 2024. Interviews will be held between 9th – 14th February 2024.

For more information, see the Job Description document available at kingstheology.org/news/kst-is-recruiting

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