Parish Operations & Resources Leader

Assistance Dogs; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St Barnabas with Christ's Chapel in Dulwich Village is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the parish’s resources, including people, buildings, IT and finances, and to implement the Mission Action Plan with a collaborative team of staff and volunteers. This is a hands-on, mission-driven role within a Church of England context, requiring relational leadership and strong organizational skills.

The successful candidate will balance operational excellence with a heart for people and community,

Qualifications

• Role involves managing parish resources including people, buildings, IT and finances
• Developing effective administrative processes and governance structures
• Leading and supporting a collaborative staff and volunteer culture

Responsibilities

• To work collaboratively with the Vicar, Wardens, PCC and congregation to implement the Mission Action Plan (MAP)
• To nurture a staff and volunteer culture grounded in mutual respect and open communication
• To oversee resources, ensuring compliant, efficient and flexible operations across people, buildings, IT and finances

Job description

St Barnabas with Christ's Chapel in Dulwich Village is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the parish’s resources, including people, buildings, IT and finances, and to implement the Mission Action Plan with a collaborative team of staff and volunteers. This is a hands-on, mission-driven role within a Church of England context, requiring relational leadership and strong organizational skills.

The successful candidate will balance operational excellence with a heart for people and community,