Inner City Ministry Assistant

About the role

Power to Change (P2C) is looking for an Inner City Ministry Assistant in Ottawa, reporting to the National Ministry Inner City Stream Lead (interim City Lead Ottawa). The role develops, supports and resources a leadership team that equips and mobilizes believers to reach out intentionally to people experiencing homelessness and other inner-city issues. Funding comes from Ministry Partner Development.

Key responsibilities

• Work with the Inner City Leadership Team to create and implement a strategic plan and set the ministry's direction
• Oversee ministry tools and strategy, including building a transferable model of the inner city ministry
• Develop strategies to expand the ministry to other Canadian cities and work with the National Ministry Leader's team
• Recruit, develop and support the Inner City Leadership Team, coach and mentor the team regularly, and conduct ministry reviews and evaluations
• Help mentor City Leaders in developing new inner city ministries and attend local training, celebrations and meetings
• Act as spokesperson and liaison with volunteers, organizations and agencies, initiate partnerships, and speak at and teach workshops on mobilizing people for inner city ministry

Required profile

• 5+ years of ministry or work-related experience
• A deep, growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a pre-existing belief and lifestyle consistent with the P2C Code of Conduct and Statement of Faith
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, and ability to cast vision and lead others in strategic planning
• Public speaking skill in small and large gatherings, and ability to lead people spiritually regardless of spiritual context
• Ability to relate well with churches and other Christian organizations

Required skills

• Google Suite or equivalent
• Administrative skills, organization and time management
• Self-motivated, team builder, able to work independently

Funding options

• Ministry Partner Development: build a team that provides financial and prayer support for salary, ministry expenses and benefits coverage
• Financially independent candidates may volunteer as associate staff (minimum 25 hours)