Pastoral Team Staff (Connect Groups)

BARKER ROAD METHODIST CHURCH; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local religious organization in Singapore is seeking a Connect Group Ministry Coordinator to lead and grow ministry efforts. The role involves planning events, providing pastoral care, and collaborating with the church community. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of relevant experience and strong communication skills. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Christian discipleship/connect group ministry.
• Theological education is preferred.
• Experience working in a church or Christian organization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing and leading the Connect Group Ministry.
• Plan and execute ministry events, activities, and programmes.
• Develop pastoral care and community structure within Connect Groups.

Skills

Christian discipleship

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team player

Innovative thinking

Education

Theological qualifications

Job description

The incumbent will be required to work closely with the Pastor, Connect Pillar & Programme Executive (Connect), Connect Group Ministry committee and volunteers in the coordination & planning of the events, programmes, activities in the Connect Group ministry as well as relationally journey alongside and shepherd the CGM leaders by providing pastoral care, spiritual & ministry leadership, training and discipleship.

This role will require a willingness to work on non-traditional schedules which includes evenings, weekends, and occasional public holidays, with the flexibility to get time off on a weekday.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Assist the Connect Pillar, Pastor in overseeing, leading, and growing the Connect Group Ministry
• Plan ministry events, activities, programmes, and campaigns
• Ensure the CGM committee’s plans and direction are aligned with the church’s vision and direction
• Serve as a deputy Zone Leader and/or Cluster Leader which includes visitation to Cluster Leaders/Connect Group Leaders/Connect Groups and providing pastoral/spiritual care and development to Cluster Leaders and Connect Group Leaders
• Develop and implement Connect Group Ministry structure towards more effective pastoral care and community life within the Connect Groups
• Recommend and develop curriculum for Connect Groups
• Assist in the formation of new Connect Groups and placement of new/existing members in Connect Groups
• Collaborate with other ministries in Connect Group Ministry objectives
• Execute all programmes and activities with sound budgeting and financial management, and in compliance with church policies and guidelines
• Represent the pastors’ office in the absence of the Connect pastor, especially during Connect Group Committee and volunteer meetings
• Carry out any other roles, responsibilities, duty as assigned by the church

Others

• Serve as a Service Pastoral Team Staff during weekend church services and other church events as rostered
• Participate and attend church leadership and staff meetings and ministry-related meeting

Qualifications

• Qualifications with relevant experience of at least 2 years in the area of Christian discipleship/Connect Group ministry; with theological qualifications preferred. Pastoral education qualifications and/or hands-on ministry experience will be a plus

Relevant experience and skillsets

• Prior experience working in a church or Christian organisation will be preferred
• Able to work independently under minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (being able to communicate and collaborate effectively with various levels of staff and lay congregants)
• An innovative team player & thinker, self-motivated, and pro-active
• Demonstrates values of honesty & integrity, humility, spirit of excellence, and honour for others