Careers with BRMC

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. The role holder should be comfortable leading and providing pastoral care to groups of leaders, including groups comprising female leaders, where applicable.
• 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 & REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or Degree in Theology, Divinity, or other relevant theological training preferred.
• At least 2 years relevant experience serving in the area of Christian discipleship/Connect Group ministry in a church or parachurch setting. Pastoral education qualifications and/or hands-on ministry experience will be a plus.
• 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.

The Church School is a ministry to children and youth to make disciples of Christ who in turn go and make other disciples of Christ.

In this role, the Pastoral Team Staff (Church School – Children) will work closely with the Pastor, Connect Pillar, relevant committees and volunteers to plan, coordinate, and implement church-school programmes and activities. This role supports the growth and effectiveness of the Children’s Ministry in alignment with BRMC’s vision and direction.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Spiritual Nurture

• Organise devotions, bible studies etc. and other aspects of spiritual formation to Church School teachers.
• Initiate and organise training and development for Church School teachers.
• Develop the training curriculum for Church School.
• Organise prayer and fellowship meetings.
• Initiate opportunities to provide support (pastoral care & counselling) to Church School teachers in their spiritual journey.
• Walk along and disciple the children in their spiritual journey.

2. Planning & Organising

• Assist the Committee or be responsible (whenever called upon) in planning, organising and the smooth running of Church School activities.
• Recommend and implement strategies to attract, engage, inspire, and retain Church School participation.
• Develop effective strategies to engage parents to raise awareness of the Church School as well as their participation in the ministry.
• Ensure that all such activities are relevant in meeting the needs and objectives of the Church School in the prevailing environment.
• Ensure that all activities are aligned to the church calendar of events and where there are conflicts, to recommend alternatives to resolve such conflicts.

3. Pastors’ Office Representative

• Act as the point of liaison between the Ministry Committee and the Pastor’s Office.
• Assess and monitor the overall state of the ministry and provide feedback/updates to the Pastor’s Office.

OTHERS

• Carry out additional responsibilities when assigned by the Pastor-in-Charge and/or the pastor overseeing the area of ministry.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or Degree in Theology, Divinity, or other relevant theological training.
• At least 2 years relevant ministry experience serving in Christian Education or Children Ministry in a church or parachurch setting.
• Able to reach, teach, engage, and build good rapport with children and parents.
• Able to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, volunteers, and parents.
• An innovative team player, self-motivated, and pro-active.
• Willingness to work on non-traditional schedules which includes evenings and weekends, with the flexibility to get time off on a weekday.

The Pastoral Team Staff (Boys’ Brigade) is responsible for providing pastoral care, support and guidance to Boys of the 12 (Barker Road) Singapore Company, providing support in matters relating to the Company finance and administration, as well as assisting the Company Chaplain and working closely with the ministry leaders.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Planning and organising

• Assist in the organization of events such as the annual Enrolment Parade and Service, 12th Company BB Share-a-Gift Car Flag Off, annual mission trip and other group level ad-hoc activities.

2. Spiritual nurture (feed, train, protect, encourage)

• Equip Officers and Primers to lead small groups in the Company through formal and informal training.
• Nurture Officers and Primers by mentoring them, providing spiritual counselling to Officers/Primers, and to make referral to clinical counselling when needed.
• Develop and implement Christian Education curriculum, conduct Christian Education through weekly devotions, review the Christian Education syllabus over the year, and appoint and train officers to conduct Christian Education with the Pastoral Team Staff.
• Organise Character Quest training to prepare the 12 (Barker Road) Singapore Company Boys for the Character Quest competition.
• Develop and initiate areas of opportunities for 12 (Barker Road) Singapore Company Primers/Boys with the objective of church membership.

3. Be the liaison between the Company and Church:

• Coordinate with other church ministries on activities that involve the participation of the Boys from the 12 (Barker Road) Singapore Company.
• Arrange for Company event announcements, such as BB Week and 12th Company BB Share-a-Gift Car Flag Off, to be made during services.

4. Represent Company in Brigade Level Activities:

• Represent the Company in events such as the BB Anchor Conference, Annual Officers’ Retreat, and Seniors Programme Conference

5. Assist in the Company finance process and administration:

• Work with ministry chairperson on budget and track ministry expenditure.
• Process finance forms for claims submission.
• Book church premises for Company activities when required.

OTHERS

• Serving as Service Pastoral Team Staff during church services.
• Serving in other BRMC events.
• Any other additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor or pastors in current ministry and/or other ministries.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or Degree in Theology, Divinity, or other relevant theological training preferred.
• At least 1-year relevant ministry experience of involvement/working with the Boys’ Brigade.
• Able to connect with Youth.
• Able to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Able to multi-task.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• An innovative team player, self-motivated and pro-active.

The Facilities Officer is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the day-to-day facilities operations, maintenance, bookings, inventory, and safety arrangements across all designated BRMC premises, including BRMCLL at Barker and Vanda locations, and Oasis.

The job holder is required to work 44 hours per week on a 5.5-day work week including one weekend (Saturday half day & Sunday) on a rostered shift basis. Occasional evenings, public holidays, and special event duties may be required, together with 24-hour standby availability to respond to fire, security, or lift alarms. Such duties will be kept to a minimum where possible, with appropriate time-off-in-lieu provided.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Facilities Management & Maintenance

• Property Maintenance: Oversee the upkeep, maintenance of all designated church premises to ensure that facilities and equipment remain safe, functional, and operationally ready.
• Routine Inspections: Conduct daily walkthroughs and site audits to maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and order; promptly escalate repair needs to the Property Manager.
• Contractor Management: Coordinate and monitor external contractors carrying out maintenance, servicing, and repair works to ensure that work is completed safely and in accordance with agreed requirements and standards.
• Building Systems Maintenance & Compliance: Manage the routine servicing, inspection, and regulatory validation of critical building systems, including:

1. • Fire Safety System: Coordinate the testing and validation of fire protection and life-safety equipment.
   • Security Systems: Coordinate the maintenance and testing of security door access controls and CCTV surveillance networks.
   • HVAC Systems: Arrange regular servicing and preventive maintenance of the air-conditioning system.
   • Electrical Infrastructure: Coordination of Licensed Electrical Worker (LEW) inspections and validation for the main electrical switchboards.
   • Water Systems: Arrange scheduled cleaning, sanitisation, and testing of water tanks.
   • Maintain relevant service records, inspection reports, and compliance documentation, and escalate outstanding issues to the Property Manager.

• Office Equipment Maintenance: Coordinate the scheduled regular servicing for general office equipment including copiers, Laminating Machine, shredders and water dispensers and other equipment. Manage and replenish operational consumables to minimise downtime.
• Vendor & Quote Evaluation: Source and evaluate competitive vendor quotations for equipment repairs, serving and new equipment purchases, oversee the off-site servicing process when required.
• Event & Venue Logistics: Coordinate closely with church staff and contract workers to prepare venue and equipment and other logistical requirements for church services, ministry activities, and special events.
• Cleaning Services Oversight: Oversee the outsourced cleaning contractor to ensure impeccable cleanliness across all church venues, offices, and pantries.

2. Facilities & Equipment Booking

• Facilities Scheduling: Administer and coordinate bookings of church premises through Planning Center Online (PCO). Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Room & Equipment Allocation: Coordinate room assignments and the allocation, preparation and return of equipment for ministry activities, church services, and events.
• Cross-Department Coordination: Work closely with the Worship & Music team, IT Department, and other relevant teams to coordinate the availability and allocation of audio-visual (AV), IT, and other shared resources for church activities.
• External Stakeholder Liaison: Coordinate with external entities including MCS, ACS, and Oldham Hall, to coordinate and secure bookings of external facilities for church-related activities, where required.
• Calendar Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date facilities booking records and provide weekly updates on premises bookings through the PCO church calendar.

3. Inventory & Asset Management

• Asset Register/Tagging: Maintain an accurate and up-to-date register of church and ministry-specific equipment under the department’s care. Work with the Finance Department to coordinate asset tagging, record updates.
• Physical Stocktakes & Asset Verification: Lead annual physical stocktakes of all property-managed equipment in collaboration with the Finance Department.
• Inventory Control & Asset Tracking: Monitor inventory levels and coordinate the timely replenishment of supplies under the Property and Facilities Department. Maintain accurate records of stock received, issued, and remaining, and track the movement, deployment, loaning, and return of church equipment to ensure proper accountability and availability.
• Operational & Hospitality Supplies: Monitor and replenish hospitality supplies, pantry refreshments, and cleaning materials for Sunday services and daily operations.

4. Safety Management

• Workplace & Event safety: Support the implementation of BRMC’s workplace safety and safe management procedures. Conduct routine checks, identify potential hazards, and coordinate appropriate corrective actions or escalate safety concerns to the Property Manager.
• Event Safety Coordination: Monitor safety arrangements for church services and large-scale events, including weddings and baptisms, to ensure compliance with applicable safety requirements and established church procedures. Coordinate with relevant staff and contractors to address potential risks, maintain clear access and evacuation routes, and respond appropriately to safety incidents.

5. Administrative & Operational Support

• Records & Documentation: Maintain accurate records of maintenance schedules, service reports, contractor activities, quotations, facilities bookings, inventory movements, and other relevant operational documents.
• Parking Coordination: Liaise with school security to reserve and coordinate guest parking allocations for church visitors.

OTHERS

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Pastor-in-Charge (PIC) and/or Supervisor in support of the church’s operational and facilities’ needs.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• GCE O-Level qualifications or equivalent and above.
• Certification in Facilities management / Building Project Management, or other closely related fields.
• At least two years of relevant experience in facilities management, building maintenance, property operations, inventory management or a related role.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with staff, contractors, external stakeholders, and lay congregants.
• Able to manage conflict professionally and with humility and respect.
• Competent in Microsoft Office word processing, excel, and PowerPoint.
• Good organisational, administrative, planning, and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.