We are seeking a new Sports Mission Pioneer to develop quality and sustainable sports mission programmes in low-income, underserved communities in line with the Revealing Jesus mission framework in either Wales or London. The successful candidate will: 

• Be a deliverer of sports and physical activity in low-income communities.
• Have solid judgment of sports ministry and / or sports ministry impact.
• Have insight into the impact of sport on children and young people, be a passionate advocate, an excellent practitioner, and a capable communicator.
• Be able to influence networks, shape opinion, challenge apathy and inspire creativity.
• Be self-disciplined, able to organise and prioritise their own workload, and manage multiple projects.
• Be able to visualise and work towards long-term goals.
• Be someone who is open to and comfortable with different traditions, styles and expression of spirituality, prayer, and worship, and has a growing familiarity with and understanding of the Bible
• Have a total commitment to God and is a Christian disciple. 

If this describes you, and you are in agreement with the aims and beliefs of Scripture Union, then we would like to hear from you.

To apply for this role, in the first instance please send your CV and a covering letter (by email) to our HR Officer Adelaide Nketsia. We will contact shortlisted candidates to ask them to complete an application form ahead of interview. 

We provide a range of benefits to reward our employees which includes: Annual leave, above statutory leave entitlement. Additional 5 days to volunteer on a Scripture Union event. Group pension scheme, with up to 12% employer contribution. Life insurance (death in service). Permanent health insurance (PHI) which provides 75% of base salary, after six months of absence. Employee assistance programme (EAP), Help@hand services to support your health and wellbeing and free Bible reading notes.

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Adelaide Nketsia, HR Officer on 01908 856126, or e-mail [email protected]. NB: Adelaide is currently away till 25th August, but if you send an email a colleague will try to help until she returns, otherwise please contact her on her return on 25th August

Closing date:      5th September 2022

Interview date:       to be confirmed

Interview location:      to be confirmed

The Movement takes Safeguarding seriously. This role will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service and have an occupational requirement to be filled by a committed Christian, active in church life. Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9 applies. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from people, regardless of their background.