Working hours: 35 hours per week, working 5 days per week \r Interview date: Week commencing 2nd September 2024 \r One of the UK’s most inspiring and best-known faith-based organisations is looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Community Mission Development Lead, to manage & develop the existing church mission and outreach programmes. We aim to serve and support those in the local and wider community, irrespective of their background, providing safe spaces where all people are loved, nurtured, encouraged, and supported to become the people God wants them to be. \r Key Responsibilities: \r \r Meeting the needs of the local community, providing a pathway for people to access and integrate into the church. \r Manage the day-today operation of the community centre’s activities in line with relevant legislation, best practices, and the aims & policies of the Salvation Army. \r Manage the running of the community café, including ordering food, maintaining equipment and being available to support pastorally & practically those coming in seeking assistance. \r Assess the needs of the community and make recommendations for the overall community centre programme agenda in alignment with the Corps Mission Journal. \r Plan, design, implement and evaluate specific programmes to ensure they are fit for purpose for the local community. \r \r The successful candidate(s) will: \r \r A strong, vibrant Christian faith & be a practising Christian. \r Excellent interpersonal skills. \r A passion to support people. \r The ability to work efficiently as part of a team. \r \r There is an Occupational requirement for the post holder to be a practising Christian. \r Previous applicants need not apply. \r In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments. \r In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting. \r Appointment subject to satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK and an Enhanced DBS Disclosure check. \r Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration. \r We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications. \r Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.