Pastoral Team Staff (Indonesian Service)

BARKER ROAD METHODIST CHURCH; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Barker Road Methodist Church in Singapore is seeking a Part-time Pastoral Team Staff (Indonesian Ministry) to coordinate Indonesian worship, teach Bible studies, and run life skills programmes. The role requires evening/weekend availability and flexibility for occasional public holidays.

Working with pastors, volunteers and partner ministries, you will develop the service liturgy, oversee preaching rosters, and lead discipleship activities.

Qualifications

• Requires theological qualifications (Bachelor of Theology or Master of Divinity).
• Experience in pastoral care, counselling and worship preferred.
• Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia and understanding of Methodist liturgy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Indonesian worship service and plan liturgy for Sunday services.
• Lead weekly Bible studies, discipleship groups, and life skills programmes.
• Provide pastoral care and spiritual guidance to the Indonesian congregation.
• Oversee preaching rosters and coordinate with ordained pastors.
• Develop outreach activities and community programmes for the Indonesian ministry.
• Support volunteer development and leadership training within the ministry.
• Ensure programmes align with church policies and Indonesian outreach goals.

Skills

Pastoral care

Cross-cultural communication

Bahasa Indonesia

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor of Theology/Master of Divinity

Job description

This is a part-time position working 4-days a week that will be available starting January 2027. The 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.

Working closely with the pastors, ministry leaders, volunteers, churches and partner organisations/ministries, the wider church body and employers, the Pastoral Team Staff (Indonesian Ministry) will coordinate and plan the Indonesian worship service, lead and facilitate Bible studies and discipleship groups, and life skills programmes, fellowship activities/outings, cultural connection and outreach initiatives.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Spiritual Direction

• Review programmes to ensure relevance and effectiveness in meeting the future needs of the Indonesian ministry and ensure alignment to the church vision and direction.
• Invite and manage the preaching roster for the Indonesian Service, including external speakerswho have been vetted by the pastor’s office.
• Provide inputs and regular feedback on the general spiritual health of the ministry (including its volunteers) to the Pastor-in-Charge.

2. Pastoral Care

• Liaise with other professionals, volunteers, organisations, and stakeholders to facilitate provision of pastoral care to the Indonesian congregation (emotional, physical, and spiritual needs).
• Provide pastoral support, basic counselling, and support to those in need in a timely and effective manner.
• Conduct home/hospital visitations.

3. Sunday Service

• Act as the Service Pastoral Team Staff to ensure the smooth running of the Indonesian Service.
• Develop and be responsible for the service liturgy and execution on Sunday.
• Coordinate Holy Communion and Baptism with ordained pastors for the Indonesian Service.

4. Preaching

• Preach and teach in the Sunday Service for the Indonesian ministry.

5. Discipleship

• Facilitation of weekly prayer meetings and connect groups.
• Preparation of bible study curriculum, materials and conducting of weekly bible study.
• Prepare baptismal candidate through Baptism class.

6. Planning & Organisation

• Oversee and provide guidance to team members and/or volunteers in organizing/executing events, programmes, and activities.
• Plan and organize events/outings, relevant activities/programmes/workshops for the Indonesian congregation.

7. Community Involvement & Outreach

• Maintain relationship with partner organisations to collaborate, coordinate, organize and implement community outreach activities to target groups and/or the community through various platforms.
• Plan and organize outreach events.
• Build bridges with the larger BRMC family for ministry coordination and growth.

8. Leadership Development & Training

• Identify, engage, select, support/care, train/develop and appoint/elect leaders for the Indonesian ministry.
• Identify and build up a strong volunteer team within the Indonesian Service to serve in the Indonesian Service; including equipping.

9. Budgeting

• Prepare the ministry budget & execute all programmes and activities with sound budgeting and financial management.

OTHERS

• Serve as a Service Pastoral Team Staff during weekend church services and special church events.
• Execute all programmes and activities in compliance with church policies and guidelines.
• As assigned and appointed by the supervisor and pastors of Barker Road Methodist Church.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant theological qualifications (Bachelor of Theology/Master of Divinity), qualifications and experience in related ministries such as pastoral care, counselling and worship.
• 2 years relevant working experience in cross-cultural ministry. Prior ministry experience working in a church or Christian organisation will be preferred.
• Pastoral Team Staff for Indonesian Service, fluency in Bahasa Indonesia required.
• An understanding of the liturgy of the Methodist Church.
• Able to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Ability to connect, communicate/collaborate effectively with all levels of staff.
• An innovate team player, self-motivated and pro-active.
• Proficiency in leading in at least either a contemporary or traditional worship setting.
• Aligned to the vision and mission of the church.
• Has a pastoral heart of love for the people, and models/demonstrates genuine respect and care for others.
• Demonstrates values of integrity, humility, authenticity, and excellence.