Resourcing Churches Funding Officer

Fixed term contract until 31st December 2024

The Diocese of Sheffield is pioneering resourcing churches in a new way.

Both St John’s the Evangelist in Goole and Rotherham Minster have a clear vision to reach their local communities with the Good News of the Kingdom of God and support other local churches in doing the same.

We are seeking a Funding Co-ordinator to be an important part of this work.  The role will be a part of the Diocese’s Central Resourcing Churches team comprising the Programme Manager, Project Manager, Centenary Project Manager and the Buildings Officer.

The focus of the role will be to work with the two churches in ensuring the financial sustainability of the mission teams in each place and to fundraise for their building redevelopment projects, in the region of £1-2 Million total.

You should have experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team environment and be motivated and able to work on your own initiative.

We particularly encourage applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented.

This role is externally funded by the national Church and is fixed term until 31st December 2024.

Salary:  £25k-£28k pa pro rata, 21 hours per week

Location: Office based in Rotherham, currently home working, with some travel

Closing date: Friday 11 September, 4pm.

Interview date: Week commencing 28 September (via Zoom)

Further information and an application form can be downloaded the diocesan website