Manager of Operations, Hope Lutheran Church

Overview

Hope Lutheran Church is looking for an engaging, inclusive, approachable leader with a team-based approach to collaborating in ministry to fill a newly developed position of Manager of Operations (MO). Our MO will be able to bring out the best in others, empowering them to be successful not just as individuals but also as teams. The successful candidate will be a motivator and team-builder, able to support development of staff and volunteers by delegating responsibility and promoting teamwork within a skilled and diverse team. Open and personable, our new MO will model respect and trust, be inclusive in decision making, and able to make critical decisions that are firm and fair yet compassionate.  A collaborative management style with good listening skills, flexibility and empathy is key. Strategic and caring, our MO will be confident and enthusiastic, working closely with our Pastor, and supporting a dedicated volunteer Church Council in the leadership of our Congregation.

Role Emphasis

Such things as declining membership, aging congregational members, and changing demographics in our city require churches to re-examine their ministry and relevancy to their community. Hope is committed to ensure that our community continues to show love and grace to many more people for decades to come. This ongoing practise of caring ministry is particularly challenging today, as the whole church is in dialogue around these issues. While this is a time of uncertainty, it also has the potential for creativity and re-creation. Ongoing dialogue and discernment at Hope provides an anchor and builds a foundation for the future. We know this will mean change. But through it all, we will hold fast to our essence, our faith, and our mission. We are seeking a staff leader to join us and to walk together with us into the future God is calling us to.

 

The full time Manager of Operations is responsible for the successful leadership and ministry at Hope Lutheran Church in supportive partnership with our Pastor. Together with Church Council and the congregation, our MO and Pastor will focus on consistent achievement of our mission and strategies to serve our community. The MO’s major mandate is to provide the coordination and continuity required to address current operational challenges and mitigate future ones. To be successful, it will focus on creating and nurturing the space for others to thrive in their roles – whether paid or volunteer. Leading a team of 3-5 part-time administrative and operational staff, this role includes ensuring that the church’s infrastructure, both physical and human, is healthy and effectively supporting our ministry as individuals and as a whole. As a senior leader at Hope Lutheran Church, the MO clearly understands, demonstrates and practices the values and philosophy of our church, while building and supporting a strong, capable, engaged group of staff and volunteers who embody a collaborative, community-based approach to ministry.

The Manager of Operations works in partnership with the Pastor, reports to the Church Council, and manages a dedicated team of staff, volunteers and contracted services.

The full posting with details on how to apply can be found at: https://www.hopelutheran.ca/news/hiring-manager-of-operations