Careers with BRMC

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment & Onboarding

1. Administer and track the end-to-end recruitment process from pre-employment to onboarding.
2. Facilitate the New Hire Onboarding/Orientation programme and conduct the First-Day-at-Work orientation.

Maintenance of HR Documentation & Records
1. Facilitate all staff movement from recruitment, to onboarding and offboarding; ensuring that each stage is performed smoothly and the documentation is complete and filed accordingly in the P-files.
2. Track key employee events and dates in the employee life cycle and responsible for quality and data accuracy, integrity and timeliness of updates.
3. Prepare and update employment-related letters.
4. Prepare and regularly review/update the Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accuracy and completeness.
5. Prepare regular reports and dashboards for strategic decision-making to management.

HR System Administration

1. Create and manage employee records in the HR E-Portal and payroll system.
2. Create and maintain leave calendars in the HR E-Portal.
3. Liaise with the payroll vendor and IT on any system trouble-shooting issues.

Processing of Claims
1. Verify and approve HR-related claims.

Employee Insurance

1. Gather quotations and make recommendations on insurance renewal (including preparation of all information and data required for quotations and renewals).
2. Processing, submission, and follow-up of claims.
3. Assist staff on Letter of Guarantee (if necessary) and claims submission.
4. Answer queries relating to insurance matters.

Training

1. Collate training needs in an organization training plan, identify suitable training providers/resources/courses for staff when necessary.
2. Update staff training records in a timely basis.
3. Manage the Academic Program sponsorship and scholarship process.
4. Administer the application for and receipt of training funds from government agencies/ministries.
5. Upon receipt of staff training nomination form submissions, to perform first-level checks.

Performance Management

1. Ensure performance management appraisals are duly completed and tracked as per timeline; including follow-up.
2. Ensure all performance management forms are filed.
3. Compile performance report for review/analysis.

Payroll

1. Administer payroll-related activities from ensuring all salary matters and pay records are updated in the payroll system, to initializing and processing pay records.
2. Verify downloaded claims for salary processing.
3. Prepare bonus & salary increment spreadsheets for review and approval by approving managers.

Other HR work

1. Continuously review and provide inputs on streamlining of HR policies and processes.
2. Liaise with government agencies for funding of childcare leave, maternity leave, career support, Skills Future and other initiatives.
3. Prepare and complete government surveys.
4. Assist in employee engagement activities.
5. Administer the annual Conflict-of-Interest Declaration exercise.
6. Prepare management reports as required.
7. Provide documentation and prepare data for audit purposes.
8. Process immigration pass applications/renewals/cancellations on a timely basis.
9. Notify IRAS on tax-clearance matters for staff on immigration passes who leave the organisation.
10. Respond to inquiries on HR-related matters and provide guidance and interpretation to staff and managers on policy matters.
11. Carry out any other duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or Pastor-in-Charge.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree preferably in a HR-related field

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND SKILLSETS

1. At least 5 years’ relevant HR operational experience in a generalist Human Resources role (including payroll experience).
2. Strong working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines including compensation and benefits, payroll, employee relations, performance management, Singapore Employment Act, Employment of Foreign Manpower Act, CPF Act, and the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices.
3. Familiarity with Access EasyPay will be required.
4. Strong administrative, planning and organisational skills.
5. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
6. Meticulous with attention to detail.
7. Able to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, confidentiality and integrity.
8. Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
9. An innovative team player, self-motivated and pro-active.
10. Able to multi-task and work efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines .
11. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

The incumbent will oversee the design, planning, coordinating, organization, implementation and evaluation of the Worship & Music – Audio Visual (“AV”) programmes, activities and workstreams.

This role will involve people management responsibilities and require the individual to work a 5.5-day  week; including weekends and occasionally work on evenings. Appropriate rest day and time-off-in-lieu will be granted.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the AV team in their organisation, implementation, execution, and management of programmes and activities and operations and workstreams of the AV team. These include pre-service, in-service, post-service, and maintenance workstreams, such as rehearsals, tech runs, sounds checks, livestream monitoring, troubleshooting, etc.
• Oversee the AV team in their investigation, evaluation, selection, procurement, installation, deployment, operation, and maintenance of technical equipment and infrastructure to serve the AV needs of the church’s multiple and multi-site worship services. These equipment and infrastructure include but are not limited to: amplifiers, sound mixers, video cameras, video mixers, stage lighting, lighting mixers, livestream software, related hardware, subscriptions and licenses, etc.
• Regularly assess the AV needs of the congregation and the church’s multiple and multi-site worship services.
• Proactively consider, research, and assess the evolving needs of the AV, and develop strategies for short- and long-term effectiveness and fruitfulness, always in line with the church’s vision and direction.
• Recommend, design, and evaluate strategies and structures that support the church’s AV needs in an optimal and sustainable manner. Such strategies and structures should consider technical, manpower, and cultural needs and resources.
• Develop and oversee sustainable long-term strategy to recruit, train, and develop volunteers and lay leaders to take on the role of AV volunteers.
• Oversee the sourcing, recommendation, development, evaluation, and implementation of tools, courses, and materials to serve the church’s AV needs, including the needs of AV volunteers.
• Maintain an awareness of the spiritual health of AV volunteers, and where needed, provide or direct them to pastoral care.
• Ensure sound ministry budgeting and financial management by the AV team.
• Ensure compliance with church policies and guidelines by the AV team.
• Develop and sustain a positive team culture of trust, collaboration, and mutual support.
• Perform people management responsibilities such as evaluation of team staffing requirements, review of performance appraisals and development needs, and conducting career conversations.
• Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

• Diploma, degree or postgraduate certification in the areas of worship, music, audio and visual production or other closely-related fields.

Desirable:

• Certification in Leadership, Management or other closely-related fields.
• Diploma, degree or postgraduate certification in the areas of Theology, Divinity, Christian Education, or closely-related fields.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND SKILLSET

Essential:

• At least 4 years of relevant working experience and personal involvement in the areas of worship & music and/or AV production.
• Working level knowledge of technical elements of Audio-Visual systems and workflows. Specialist technical knowledge is not an essential requirement for this managerial role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and motivate others.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with and drive collaboration between different stakeholder groups.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to guide others to resolve conflicts professionally and with humility and respect.

Desirable:

• Previous involvement in strategic planning or a similar function.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Willingness and ability to leverage new technologies, where appropriate.

To work alongside and provide support to the Connect team (Connect Groups, Youth Ministry, Young Adults Ministry, Children’s Ministry, Seniors Ministry) and Pastor in the administration (includinvc streamlining of tasks/processes), coordination & planning, organising, and implementation of the events, programmes and activities in the Connect ministry.

This position will require occasional work on weekends, which is when programmes/events are often run. As this is a position with regular working hours (Mondays-Fridays), all efforts will be made to keep such occasional work to a minimum, with appropriate time-off-in-lieu granted.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Organise, coordinate, implement, execute, and manage backend, pre-event/post-event operational/scheduling workflows in the Connect Pillar in close collaboration and communication with internal BRMC stakeholders, departments/ministries and beyond. These may include:

Vendor and Resource Management

• Manage relationships, obtain quotations & liaise with vendors/suppliers
• Procurement of supplies/purchases for programmes/events/activities

Logistics & Programme/Event Coordination

• Coordination with internal stakeholders on event publicity
• Room/venue bookings & set-ups (including equipment arrangements),
• Pre-arranging of catering and transportation (as required),
• Pre-printing of materials
• Managing of event/programme enquiries, sign-ups and registration
• Record-keeping (attendance data for analysis and updating of PCO)
• Consolidation of post-event feedback
• Preparation & submission of claims/payment vouchers
• Maintenance of inventory lists
• Reviewing of Connect Pillar programmes holistically to ensure no clashing in terms of calendaring, venue bookings, and church/volunteer participation.

Creation & Updating of Standard Operating Procedures & Systems

• Creation/updating of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for Connect ministries
• Creation of feedback system for programmes/events
• Process administrative and operational improvement for Connect Pillar programmes

Coordination and facilitation of stakeholder meetings for the Connect pillar (including being present at all Connect Pillar coordination and debrief meetings and taking minutes for the meetings).

• • Maintain a list of volunteers under Connect Pillar for the purpose of volunteer care, training, and deployment
  • Explore technology solutions that improve productivity and facilitate collaboration amongst ministries.
  • Provide inputs and feedback on the general spiritual health of the ministry (including its volunteers), based on observations made during the course of work.
  • Execute all programmes and activities with sound budgeting and financial management.
  • Execute all programmes and activities in compliance with church policies and guidelines.
  • Carry out additional responsibilities when assigned by pastors or immediate supervisors in current ministry and/or other ministries.

QUALIFICATIONS

• • • Diploma and above in any closely-related field (Preferably in the area of event or project management, or business administration)
    • Previous personal involvement and experience in administration, events or project management.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND SKILLSETS

• • Able to work independently under minimal supervision.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (being able to communicate and collaborate effectively with various levels of staff and lay congregants).
  • Strong administrative and organisational skills, meticulous with attention to detail.
  • Able to multi-task and prioritize tasks to manage workload and meet deadlines effectively.
  • An innovative team player & thinker, self-motivated, and pro-active.
  • Willingness to learn and leverage upon new technologies where applicable.

Work alongside and provide support to the Worship & Music team and Pastors in planning and organising, implementation and ensuring the smooth running of the services, events, trainings and activities in the Worship & Music ministry.

This role will entail regular office hours but may require the individual to occasionally work on evenings and weekends (Holy Communion weeks and special services/events). All efforts will be made to keep such occasional work to a minimum, with appropriate time-off-in-lieu granted.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Organise, implement, execute, and manage operational workflows in the Worship & Music ministry, in close communication and collaboration with Pastoral Team Staff(PTS), Pastors, and laity. These include:

A) Service Planning

• Prepare the slides for the English services weekly, using relevant software tools
• Ensure that the liturgical cloths in the relevant worship venues are maintained and changed according to the liturgical seasons
• Oversee the care and maintenance of the liturgical furnishings in the various worship venues (including individual kneeling cushions, candles, altar book stand, standing cross, etc)
• Ensure that the Altar Books in the relevant worship venues are updated with the correct Great Thanksgiving at each Communion Service
• Maintain the stock of Holy Communion elements, including ordering, checking for expiry, and storing in a reverent manner elements that have been consecrated
• Prepare the Holy Communion elements in the trays and ensure that they are brought to their respective worship venues each week
• Liaise with relevant 3rd parties for special offerings (including getting slides/videos from them)
• Submit song reports to CCLI
• Record minutes for the Service Team Meetings and W&M Staff Team Minutes

B) Worship Services

• Roster ushers for all regular English services at the Barker Road campus, including special services
• Roster Communion Assistants for all regular English services at the Barker Road campus, including special services as required
• Brief Communion Assistants on the process and procedure for serving Holy Communion
• Assign Communion Assistants to their stations at each worship venue
• Support the pastors’ office in ad-hoc activities including special services, baptism interviews, and staff devotions

C) Floral Ministry

• Serve as liaison with the floral ministry
• Support the implementation of tools, courses, materials, and technologies
• Provide inputs and feedback on the general spiritual health of the ministry (including its volunteers), based on observations made during the course of work
• Execute all programmes and activities with sound budgeting and financial management
• Execute all programmes and activities in compliance with church policies and guidelines
• To carry out additional responsibilities when assigned by pastors or immediate supervisors in current ministry and/or other ministries

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma and above in any closely-related field

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND SKILLSETS

• An understanding of the liturgy of the Methodist Church
• Able to work independently under minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (being able to communicate and collaborate effectively with various levels of staff and lay congregants)
• Strong administrative and organisational skills, meticulous with attention to detail
• An innovative team player, self-motivated, and pro-active
• Able to manage conflict professionally and with humility and respect
• Willingness and ability to leverage new technologies, where appropriate

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Organise, implement, execute, and manage programmes and activities which supports the ministry goals of Young Adult ministry, Sunday School ministry and Sunday Worship. This may include but is not limited to: leading of small groups and bible studies, preaching, teaching and sharing of devotions, ushering, facilitation of stakeholder meetings, co-ordination with vendors, arrangement of logistics, publicity, record-keeping through the effective use of appropriate technology. Such programmes include but are not limited to: Sunday Worship Services, Prayer Meetings, Sunday Church Classes, Young Adult Gatherings and Meetings, and any other programs as assigned.

2. Source, recommend, develop, evaluate, and implement tools, courses, materials, and technologies to serve the Oasis faith community and the wider community at Bukit Batok.

3. Regularly review and assess the needs of the Oasis BRMC Mission congregation.

4. Implement and review strategies and structures to make disciples for Christ.

5. Identify, recruit, train, and develop volunteers and lay leaders to take on the role of ministry partners and helpers.

6. Maintain an awareness of the spiritual health of volunteers, and where needed, provide or direct them to pastoral care.

7. Execute all programmes and activities with sound budgeting and financial management, and in compliance with BRMC church policies and guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma, Degree or Postgraduate certification in the areas of Theology, Divinity, Christian Ministry, Education or other closely-related fields.
• Experience in counselling and/or pastoral counselling preferred.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND SKILLSETS:

• Possesses a sound theology of worship, and the place of music and liturgy in expressing worship unto God.
• Passionate about the Sunday worship service and has experience with the liturgical elements of a worship service.
• Be familiar with/possess an aptitude for learning applicable technology to facilitate ministry and enhance participation experience.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Strong oral and written communication skills – able to communicate and work with various levels of staff and lay congregants.
• Passionate about meeting, befriending and engaging people, especially young adults.
• An innovative team player, self-motivated, pro-active.
• Previous personal or church involvement and experience in Young Adults ministry.

The incumbent will be required to provide pastoral leadership, care, and ministry support to the Youth Ministry (YM) in partnership with the Youth Committee and Church School Exco.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Being part of the Youth Ministry, the incumbent will be working closely in consultation with the pastor overseeing the Youth Ministry to plan, direct and grow the Youth Ministry through planning of activities/programmes/events, engaging of youth and their families and ministry volunteers, relational journeying alongside the youth and providing pastoral care, leadership and discipleship.

This role will require a willingness to work on non-traditional schedules which includes evenings and weekends, with the flexibility to get time off on a weekday.

The responsibilities include:

1. Plan the Central Teaching calendar in consultation with the pastor overseeing the Youth Ministry.

2. Ensure effective communication and the smooth running and effective conduct of Youth ministry activities and events (Youth Services and classes, Connect Group meetings, camps, outreach activities and mission trips etc) with the involvement of adult, youth volunteers and parents in alignment with the overall Youth ministry vision, direction and plans.

3. Recruit, engage, provide care and train/equip volunteers and parents:

• Ensure the consistent and timely communication of manpower needs in Youth ministry as well as the proper selection and deployment of volunteers.
• Care of Youth Ministry leaders to ensure that each belong to a Connect Group and has the opportunity to be mentored by a mature BRMC member.
• Organise spiritual nurture and equipping sessions for youth and adult volunteers to enable fruitful ministry in the listed activities.

4. Plan and facilitate smooth transitions of youth into and out of Youth Ministry in close coordination with the Church School – Children Ministry and Young Adults Ministry.

5. Provide basic counselling to youth as well as volunteers, and to make referral to the church pastors and Care Center when necessary.

6. Support the Church School – Children Ministry (e.g. Vacation Bible School) and other church activities upon approval by the pastor overseeing the Youth Ministry.

7. Participate and attend church leadership and staff meetings and ministry-related meetings.

8. Represent the pastors’ office in the absence of the pastor, especially during Youth Ministry committee and Church School Exco meetings.

9. As a BRMC Pastoral Team Staff, to fulfil assigned pastoral roles beyond Youth Ministry when required:

• Serve as a Service Pastoral Team Staff during weekend church services (1st Sunday) and other church events.
• Provide spiritual care to Connect Group leaders.
• Conduct wake services.
• Hospital/home visits of church members

10. Carry out additional responsibilities when assigned by immediate supervisor or Pastor-in-Charge.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications and/with experience in a similar/related field.

Qualifications in theological studies preferred.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND SKILLSETS

• Aligned with the doctrinal articles of religion and the general rules of the Methodist Church (as contained in the Book of Discipline of the Methodist Church in Singapore) and its Social Principles.
• Experience in Christian discipleship to Youth and serving in Youth Ministry.
• Able to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• A team player who enjoys and thrives when working as a team and seeks growth through evaluation and feedback.
• Understands the call to equip others for ministry (Ephesians 4:12) and is able to facilitate this by example and empowering of others.
• Able to create and sustain a nurturing environment that attracts, inspires and renews volunteers and leaders.
• Understanding of contemporary youth culture and the biblical worldview.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Organise, implement, execute and manage programmes and activities which support the ministry goals of Oasis Learning Centre and Oasis Tuition ministries. This includes facilitation of stakeholder meetings, coordination with volunteers, students and parents, arrangement of logistics, publicity, record-keeping, and use of appropriate technology, as well as supporting in other ministries that include but not limited to Sunday School and children outreach programmes.

2. Source, recommend, develop, evaluate, and implement tools, courses, materials, and technologies to serve the Oasis faith community and the wider community at Bukit Batok. These include but are not limited to: digital media/materials for tuition, Oasis Learning Centre, devotions, bible study, and small groups.

3. Regularly review and assess, monitor and implement strategies and structures to serve and support the mission and needs of Oasis BRMC Mission.

4. Identify, recruit, train and develop volunteers and lay leaders to take on the role of ministry partners and helpers.

5. Maintain an awareness of the spiritual health of volunteers, and where needed, provide or direct them to pastoral care.

6. Execute all programmes and activities with sound budgeting and financial management, and in compliance with BRMC church policies and guidelines.

7. Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma, Degree or Postgraduate certification in the areas of Theology, Divinity, Christian Ministry, Education or other closely-related fields.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND SKILLSETS:

Essential:

• • 1. Previous personal involvement and experience in youth and children ministry
  • 2. Able to work independently under minimal supervision
  • 3. Able to meet deadlines
  • 4. Strong oral and written communication skills – able to communicate and work with various levels of staff and lay congregants.

Desirable:

• • 1. Experience in driving collaboration across a range of stakeholder groups
  • 2. Strong administrative and organizational skills
  • 3. Willing and ability to leverage new technologies where appropriate
  • 4. Able to provide basic pastoral care

The Pastoral Team Staff (Boys’ Brigade) is responsible for providing pastoral care, support and guidance to Boys of the 12 (Barker Road) Singapore Company, providing support in matters relating to the Company finance and administration, as well as assisting the Company Chaplain and working closely with the ministry leaders.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Planning and Organising:

• Assist in the organization of events such as the annual Enrolment Parade and Service, 12th Company BB Share-a-Gift Car Flag Off, annual mission trip and other group level ad-hoc activities.

2. Spiritual Nurture (Feed, Train, Protect, Encourage)

• Equip Officers and Primers to lead small groups in the Company through formal and informal training.
• Nurture Officers and Primers by mentoring them, providing spiritual counselling to Officers/Primers, and to make referral to clinical counselling when needed.
• Develop and implement Christian Education curriculum, conduct Christian Education through weekly devotions, review the Christian Education syllabus over the year, and appoint and train officers to conduct Christian Education with the Pastoral Team Staff.
• Organise Character Quest training to prepare the 12 (Barker Road) Singapore Company Boys for the Character Quest competition.
• Develop and initiate areas of opportunities for 12 (Barker Road) Singapore Company Primers/Boys with the objective of church membership.

3. Be the liaison between the Company and Church:

• • Coordinate with other church ministries on activities that involve the participation of the Boys from the 12 (Barker Road) Singapore Company.
  • Arrange for Company event announcements, such as BB Week and 12th Company BB Share-a-Gift Car Flag Off, to be made during services.

4. Represent Company in Brigade Level Activities:

• • Represent the Company in events such as the BB Anchor Conference, Annual Officers’ Retreat, and Seniors Programme Conference

5. Assist in the Company finance process and administration:

• • Work with ministry chairperson on budget and track ministry expenditure.
  • Process finance forms for claims submission.
  • Book church premises for Company activities when required

6. Any other additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor or pastors in
current ministry and/or other ministries, including but not limited to:

• • Serving as Service Pastoral Team Staff during church services
  • Serving in other BRMC events

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Theological Degree/Diploma in an accredited institution

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND SKILLSETS:

• At least one year relevant experience of involvement/working with the Boys’ Brigade.
• Able to connect with Youth
• Able to work independently under minimal supervision
• Able to multi-task
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• An innovative team player, self-motivated and pro-active

Church School – a ministry to children and youth to make disciples of Christ who go and make other disciples of Christ.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Planning & Organising:
a) Assist the Committee or be responsible (whenever called upon) in planning, organising and the smooth running of CS activities that is aligned to its ministry objectives;
b) Ensure that all such activities are relevant in meeting the needs and objectives of the CS in the prevailing environment;
c) Ensure that all activities are aligned to the church calendar of events and here there are conflicts, to recommend alternatives to resolve such conflicts;
d) Recommend and implement strategies to attract, engage, inspire and retain CS participation;

2. Spiritual Nurture (feed, train, protect, encourage):
a) Feed – Organise devotions, bible studies etc and other aspects of spiritual formation to Church School teachers;
b) Train – i) Initiate and organise training and development for Church school teachers so that they are kept abreast of the latest teaching materials and methodology;
ii) Build up in-house training programs by developing training curriculum for Church School;
c) Protect – Organise prayer and fellowship meetings;
d) Encourage – initiate opportunities to provide support to CS teachers in their spiritual journey;

3. To provide pastoral care and counselling to CS leaders;

4. To develop effective strategies to engage parents to raise awareness of the Church School as well as their participation in the ministry;

5. To be present at all CS activities.

6. Pastors’ Office representative:
a) Liaise between the Ministry Committee and the Pastors’ Office;
b) Monitor the state of the Ministry and feedback to Pastors’ Office

7. To carry out additional responsibilities when assigned by pastors or immediate supervisors in current ministry and/or other ministries

QUALIFICATIONS

Theological Degree/Diploma

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND SKILLSETS

Related Experience:
1. Area- Early Childhood Care or Children Ministry
2. Years of Experience- 1 year

Required Skill set:
1. Ability to work independently under minimal supervision
2. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff
3. An innovative team player, self-motivated, pro-active
4. Building good rapport with children and parents.