Community Ministries Director

The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.

Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Core Values The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:
Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination.
Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth.
Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.

The Community Ministries Director provides holistic leadership to community-based programs and manages the ministry unit’s business operations including financial, administrative, IT, and property issues in accordance with Salvation Army mission, vision, values, and standards.  Support the Divisional Director of EDS with emergency and disaster services within the catchment area as necessary.

• Full-time, 35 hours per week
• 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
• Benefits and RRSP

Leadership and People Management

1. Gives oversight to all community ministries programs, ensuring that ministry objectives are consistently accomplished and that a spiritual focus is applied to all program initiatives.
2. Shares the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ with clients, staff and volunteers endeavoring to assimilate them into the body of Christ as appropriate.
3. Oversee the Community ministries’ operations: Family Services, Christmas Hamper Program, Christmas Kettles, Thrift Stores, Fundraising and to convey other MU issues back to the Area Commander when relevant.
4. Participates in submitting recommendation/advice/input in the establishment of the MU strategic plan; consults with stakeholders on various issues concerning the social mission of the MU.
5. Conducts regular staff meetings with staff.
6. Oversees and directly manages effective people management practices.
7. Participates in interviewing, hiring, orientation, training for new employees, and on-going training and development for current employees; personnel evaluating for assigned staff according to MU organizational chart.
8. Provides supervision, including performance evaluation and coaching (PEACs), to direct reports.
9. Administer employee leaves, on-boarding processes, staff training and education, assists in payroll administration.
10. Addresses employees’ health & safety concerns.
11. Oversees staff training – identifies and arranges required staff training and maintains training records and ensures compliance with legislation and policies and procedures.
12. Ensures that all aspects of the Volunteer program at the MU are in line with Territorial Policy.

Community Services Management

1. Oversight and responsibility for all Community Services programming, including a spiritual focus to program initiatives.
2. Provides oversight to new programs based on the needs of community.
3. Actively communicates with the Area Commander regarding:
   1. Program needs,
   2. Articles for local newspapers/media
   3. Fundraising ideas
   4. Special events
   5. Potential sponsors

Communications, Public Relations and Marketing

1. Represents the Salvation Army Kenora, Dryden & Sioux Lookout Community Ministries Centre at various community groups, social services organizations, and committees.
2. Provides updated information for the website, Facebook, Instagram, radio as well as prepare posters, etc. regarding Community Services programs.

Finances, Fundraising and Administration

1. In consultation with THQ Finance, prepares and administer budget, and operates within the approved budget for financial control, personnel management ensuring optimum utilization of resources.
2. Gives oversight and coordination to all program operations.
3. Ensures that all programs are in compliance with provincial legislation and municipal bylaws (i.e., service/program focus, building/property/safety and human relations).
4. Remains familiar with current legislation, and ensures necessary changes are made.
5. Ensures that Policies and Procedures for MU departments are up-to-date and in line with Territorial Operating Policies.
6. Ensures all monetary donations are receipted.
7. Ensures all Thrift Store figures are submitted on time.
8. Works with various organizations to plan special fundraising events such as Miracle Marathon, Holiday Train and Stuff a Cruiser.

Communication and Reporting

1. Develop and document business requirements, process and reports as needed.
2. Develop and document options and recommendations to issues and problems.
3. Support key stakeholders in understanding the implications of options and decisions.
4. Create and maintain list of reports required for health and safety compliance purposes.

Emergency & Disaster Services

1. Support the Divisional Director of EDS with emergency and disaster services needs within the catchment area.
2. May provide supervision and oversight to volunteers during a deployment when directed by the Incident Commander.

Other related responsibilities as required.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:  

• Completion of a formal post-secondary/college/University program of three academic years in social service, business, economics, administration, and equivalent work experience.
• Must possess valid driver’s license.

 Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements  

• A minimum of five years of related experience.
• A minimum of three years of management experience in a related field or non-profit is necessary.
• Experience of three years is required in the following areas: office administration, budgeting, and social services.
• Respect and understanding of The Salvation Army - its mission, vision culture and values.