* * T E R M    O F    R E F E R E N C E * *

The Witness and Evangelism Committee attends to membership care, spiritual formation, and witnessing through the sharing of personal and congregational testimony of Christian experience, faith, and service

* * R E S P O N S I B I L I T I E S * *

Newcomer Process

• To coordinate and drive the development of a framework to facilitate the process by which newcomers are received into the life of the church.
• To bring together the relevant stakeholders in the newcomer process, currently identified as W&E, Small Groups, D&N

Hospitality

• To develop an overarching vision and plan for the hospitality efforts of the worship services in BRMC
• To resource and train hospitality volunteers where needed, including ushers, hospitality hosts, and greeters.
• To track the newcomers welcomed in the church, and to ensure that they have been sufficiently followed up with

Membership

• To coordinate the running of the Baptism and Membership Course with the Counselling Centre
• To host and anchor each run of the Baptism and Membership Course
• To track the progress of candidates for membership
• To plan and anchor the Baptism and Confirmation services

General PTS Duties

• Congregational staff duties at an assigned BRMC worship service
• Any other duties assigned by the PIC or overseeing pastor

* * Q U A L I F I C A T I O N * *

• Possess a bachelor’s degree or a diploma

* * R E L E V A N T   S K I L L S * *

Experience:

• 2 years of church ministry experience (BRMC ministry experience preferred)

Skills:

• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Be able to think strategically and create clear structures and frameworks for ministry
• Be able to bring together stakeholders with varying priorities and commitment levels
• Be able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff
• Be an innovative team player who is self-motivated and pro-active

* * R E S P O N S I B I L I T I E S * *
The person who fills this position is responsible for executing and implementing all logistical tasks that supports the core and outreach ministries and the overall church. The person also supports in reaching out and engaging the community

CORE MINISTRIES

• Weekly liaison with hospital staff on the setting up of the premises at St Luke’s Hospital (Chapel) for Sunday Services and church attendance by St Luke’s patients.
• Roster and co-ordinate with drivers of the minibuses that bring families and children to our Sunday Service and back home
• Order fellowship lunch for English and Chinese congregations
• Prepare the sanctuary on Saturday afternoons for the Sunday Service
• Support in reaching out and extending hospitality to congregants

OUTREACH MINISTRIES

• Provide logistical support and coordination to ensure the smooth running of various outreach programmes covering children, youth, adults, seniors, and families. This includes setting up of premises and equipment, ordering dinner and refreshments, clearing up of premises
• Making calls to participants and/or parents to encourage and register for programmes
• Support in engaging and befriending the participants
• Maintaining order and discipline among the children and youth attending the programmes
• Provide logistical set-up for our Learning Centre and supervise the students to ensure safety, discipline and cleanliness
• Provide tea breaks for the students, and engage them to play outdoor sports like basketball and badminton and in indoor games

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend worship services, prayer meetings, special meetings and ministry events
• Ensure the general maintenance and upkeep of Oasis’ two premises on Levels 2 and 3 at Block 151
• Liaise with contractors and vendors for any required maintenance (air-con, electrical, plumbing, security, photocopier)
• Supervise the cleaning of Oasis’ premises
• Monitor and replenish supplies, cleaning agents, refreshment for church office and Sunday services
• Ensure that requirements for safe management measures are met at Oasis premises in accordance to government guidelines
• Maintain and update our SOPs for safe management measures
• Perform banking duties every week
• Maintain and update our online booking system daily

* * Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S * *

• GCE O-Levels or Diploma

* * R E L E V A N T S K I L L S * *

Experience:

• 2 years of relevant work experience
• Experience with engaging children, youth and seniors an added advantage

Skills:

• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Be conversant in spoken Mandarin
• Be competent in Microsoft Office and can organise data using Excel
• Able to interact well and connect with people
• Able to relate to children and youth
• Be organised and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Be a team player who is self-motivated, proactive and willing to listen

* * R E S P O N S I B I L I T I E S * *

CORE MINISTRIES

• Oversee, supervise and coordinate teams of ushers for the Sunday Service
• Lead, teach and disciple through church school and Bible study groups
• Participate in leading and giving support during Sunday Service as needed or when requested by HOM
• Lead and organise effective programmes supporting fellowship, worship, biblical teaching, discipleship, as well as outreach ministry opportunities
• Provide pastoral, spiritual and moral support to ministry teams to build shared ownership
• Maintain contact with worshippers and provide pastoral care

OUTREACH MINISTRIES

• Promote, participate, coordinate and support the outreach to the community in various programmes covering children, youth, adults, seniors, and families, in order to build rapport and relationships
• Journey with families in need and provide social support and assistance
• Work with community partners to reach out and engage the community
• Reach out and befriend patients of St Luke’s Hospital to offer care and support
• Lead and coordinate volunteers, helpers and congregants involved in these outreach programmes, and giving them support and encouragement
• Recruit and train volunteers and helpers

* * Q U A L I F I C A T I O N * *

• Possess a bachelor’s degree or diploma in theology (preferred)

* * R E Q U I R E M E N T S * *

Experience:

• 2 years of church ministry experience (preferably in pastoral care)

Skills:

• A sense of call and a passion for local mission work – to reach out and bridge to others from the community to Christ
• Be able to connect with people and communicate a loving and caring heart
• Be able to relate to children and youth and teach them about Christ
• Be organised, skilled in ministry and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Be able to think strategically and create clear structures and frameworks for ministry
• Be a team player who is self-motivated, proactive and willing to listen
• Demonstrate sufficient skills to teach
• Show a willingness to grow and adapt to inevitable changes found in a growing local mission church

* * T E R M    O F    R E F E R E N C E * *

The Communications Executive will work with the communications team coordinator to create content that will cohesively and effectively communicate the vision / direction of the church across various mediums

* * R E S P O N S I B I L I T I E S * *

1. Design and write content for the church’s various communication platforms (i.e print, social, digital)
2. Media monitoring, including the church’s various social and digital platforms
3. Work with the videographer to produce the weekly church announcements video & special feature videos
4. Oversee the publication of the church newsletter
5. Engage & disciple church volunteers to collaborate and grow the church’s comms & media ministry
6. Willing to work on Sundays
7. Any other duties assigned by the Pastor-in-Charge

* * Q U A L I F I C A T I O N * *

Diploma or degree in mass communication / graphic design / multimedia or related disciplines (preferred)

* * R E Q U I R E M E N T S * *

Skills / Knowledge:

• Basic training / prior experience in using graphic design software
• Writing
• Familiar and comfortable with managing company websites and social media accounts E.g Instagram, Facebook, YouTube
• Able to manage multiple and/or short deadlines

Experience:

• At least 2-5 years’ professional or church ministry experience (i.e. volunteer or full time capacity) in a media and/or communications role
• Project management

Traits:

• Passion for the Gospel and the local church
• An innovative team player, self-motivated, pro-active
• Willing to adapt and learn new skills on the job
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and volunteers

* * About Flourish * *

Flourish is a social and community outreach initiative started in 2011 as part of the Barker Road Methodist Church’s Cambodian Missions Committee. Flourish’s vision is to make our world a better place through handcrafted accessories. The working team is made up of a group of passionate handicraft loving volunteers from diverse business experiences, all sharing a common passion to build a sustainable business anchored on purposeful social intent.

* * The Opportunity * *

We are looking to fill the position of full-time Marketing & Communications Intern for at least 3-9 months starting Sept 2020. This is an excellent opportunity for undergraduates or fresh graduates seeking to gain marketing experience and build their portfolio. Our ideal candidate is someone who has a heart for the poor or disadvantaged and a strong desire to make a positive difference in their lives. We’re looking for someone with the ability to write well and an excellent communicator, lots of drive, positive energy and willingness to learn.

RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Digital/ social media strategy: work with team on the brand story, video content and optimize social media reach in the various social media platform, namely: online store, Instagram, facebook, blog

2. Content Creation: develop video, articles, infographics, posters to support various mini campaigns

3. Webstore management: packing and tagging of products, classifying and managing the webstore orders, and inventory system

4. Any other duties assigned

QUALIFICATION
GCE ‘A’ Level or Diploma

REQUIREMENTS
1. Good people skills and organizational skills

2. Ability to write well and excellent communications skills

3. Familiar with Social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest

* * R E S P O N S I B I L I T I E S * *

– Programme Coordination and Management

• Work with the Pastor(s), staff, and Committee in planning, coordinating, organising, executing, monitoring, and evaluating D&N programmes and activities, including those for the training and development of D&N volunteers and leaders.
• Source, recommend, develop, and evaluate D&N frameworks, tools, courses, and materials in light of D&N objectives and in alignment with the vision and direction of the church.

– Strategic Planning
Review, recommend, implement, and evaluate strategies to inspire and sustain D&N participation; regularly assess the D&N needs of the congregation.

– Cross-ministry Collaboration
To collaborate with other Ministries in implementing D&N objectives in alignment with the vision and direction of the church.

– Others
To carry out additional responsibilities when assigned by pastors or immediate supervisors in current ministry and/or other ministries.

* * Q U A L I F I C A T I O N * *

• Degree or Diploma. Formal theological training will be viewed favourably

* * R E Q U I R E M E N T S * *

Experience:

• Previous personal involvement in Christian discipleship is a must.
• Previous involvement in driving collaboration across a range of stakeholder groups will be viewed favourably.

Required Skills Sets:

• Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with various levels of staff and lay congregants.
• Team player. Commitment and alignment to the vision and objectives of the larger team.
• Self-motivated, pro-active. Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Detail-oriented with strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Willingness and ability to leverage new technologies, where appropriate.