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We are seeking a Mission Enabler, Regional Mission to work in partnership with key staff across the Movement. They will provide direction and energy to Scripture Union’s Regional Ministry with a focus on establishing and sustaining ministry opportunities. This will require the person to recruit, motivate, train, equip and support a large number of volunteers/Faith Guides, with whom they work in partnership as well as leading by example, through the modelling of excellent mission delivery to children and young people consistent with Scripture Union’s mission. This role will the cover the Greater Manchester area.
The successful candidate will:
· Identify, recruit and support Faith Guides, volunteers and Local Mission Partners (LMPs) through a range of methods, including electronic, phone and face to face.
· Provide relevant coaching and/or mentoring, equipping and resourcing for Faith Guides, volunteers and LMPs.
· Lead local mission activity within Scripture Union’s mission framework, establishing a clear hand-over process and timetable to local church partners.
· Pioneer new approaches/ideas in line with SU’s strategy that have the potential to be replicated elsewhere and lead to a greater scale and depth of mission activity.
· Support, by promotion or direct involvement, SU’s wider programme of holidays and missions across England and Wales and, if appropriate, internationally.
· Undertake specific fundraising activities and approaches in line with SU’s fundraising approach.
Why join us? Beyond the profound impact of your work, we offer excellent benefits:
- A flexible, home-based role supporting work-life balance
- Competitive salary and generous pension scheme (up to 12% employer contribution) and option to opt in to Salary Sacrifice
- 23 days annual leave + bank holidays + 5 additional days to volunteer at Scripture Union events
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave
- Life insurance, Permanent Health Insurance (PHI), option to join BUPA Healthcare and access to an excellent Employee Assistance Programme
- Free Bible Reading notes and staff discount on our other material
- A supportive, faith-filled environment where your work has eternal impact
If you're ready to make a lasting difference and join a community united by faith, we want to hear from you!
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.
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, download a copy of the job specification. You will need to upload your CV (2 A4 pages max) and a covering letter (2 A4 pages max) detailing how your skills and experience reflect the person specification via Charity Jobs. All screening questions provided as part of your application, must be answered.
Registered Charity
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Scripture Union is a Christian charity that exists to see a new generation with a vibrant faith in Jesus.
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Role Overview
The Talent Set is delighted to partner with a charitable organisation seeking a strategic Head of Acquisition. This senior role involves leading multi-channel campaigns to optimise audience engagement, drive new supporter acquisitions, and adapt to shifting audience behaviours and fundraising priorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute innovative multi-channel acquisition strategies, balancing digital and traditional media to reach diverse audiences.
- Lead and guide a team of specialists across paid media, digital engagement, direct mail, door drops, and other channels, ensuring integrated delivery and measurable outcomes.
- Oversee campaign planning, execution, optimisation, and reporting to meet ambitious fundraising targets and organisational goals.
- Drive channel testing initiatives, including DRTV, partial address mail, door-to-door, and new lottery concepts, ensuring evaluation and learning for future campaigns.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to maintain a flexible and agile approach aligned with evolving organisational priorities.
- Manage budgets effectively, ensuring maximum return on investment while supporting team development and innovation.
- Monitor key performance indicators such as conversion rates and gift rates, adjusting strategies to optimise supporter acquisition and retention.
Person Specification
- Proven experience in digital and traditional acquisition channels, with a track record of managing multi-channel campaigns in a charity or similar sector.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide multi-disciplinary teams and foster a collaborative environment.
- Excellent understanding of media planning, campaign optimisation, and performance analytics.
- Ability to adapt to changing market conditions, audience behaviours, and organisational priorities.
- Effective communicator who can build relationships with internal stakeholders and external agencies.
- Commercial awareness, with experience managing budgets and ensuring cost-effective campaign delivery.
- A strategic mindset combined with operational execution capabilities.
What’s on Offer
Salary: circa £60,000
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
