Pastoral & Ministry Executive

Overall Role

To develop and execute spiritual development programmes, assist Chaplain in organizing programmes and coordinating work related to the spiritual development needs of residents and staff.

Key responsibilities

Spiritual Development

1) Assist the Chaplain in spiritual development work for residents, alumni and staff.

a.   Assist Chaplain in developing or executing development programmes for the Home, aligning to the Home’s mission and focus. Such programmes include Chapel services, care group ministry, special services and prayer meetings etc.

b.   Provide administrative support and coordination for spiritual events/activities and special services.  

c.    To lead in-care groups and share in Chapel services as assigned.

2) Provides spiritual and pastoral care to residents, volunteers and staff when needed, including conducting pastoral care counselling and hospital/home visits whenever required.

3) Collaborate and network with external organisations and individuals (eg: churches, Christian organisations and Mission agencies) in assisting the Home to run programmes such as workshops, camp talks and community service projects.

4) Work with churches to allow our residents/alumni to attend Sunday services, with the aim of integrating them into church life and receiving church support.

5) Any other duties as assigned by Chaplain.

Qualification & Requirements

·      Relevant theological studies or qualifications from related fields

·      At least 3 years’ experience in relevant ministry work with children, youths and families.

·      Experience in work relating to pastoral ministry and care preferred.

·      Ability to speak at chapel services.

·      Possess leadership qualities and be able to communicate effectively.

Personal Qualities

·      Has a passion to reach out to disadvantaged children/youths, especially youth at risk and those with behavioral issues.

·      Enjoys working in a child and youth-centered environment

·      Can work independently, have a pleasant disposition and a team player

·       Patient, responsible and with the ability to maintain confidentiality.

·       Compassionate and highly resilient attitude when working with individuals.

Working hours

• Flexible Working hours - able to work on weekends when need arises and regularly on Sundays or Saturdays to host children and youth attending church services
• Able to work on the weekday evenings (till 8 pm) on certain days