Dease Lake, BC
Are you passionate about community engagement and spiritual leadership? Does the opportunity to work in a vibrant, culturally rich community inspire you? Samaritan’s Purse Canada (SPC) is excited to announce an incredible opportunity for a dedicated General Manager to join our Programs and Projects (P&PD) team!
Samaritan’s Purse is a Christian international relief organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan’s Purse has helped meet the needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God’s love through His Son, Jesus Christ.
As the Dease Lake General Manager, you are responsible for the ongoing development, leadership, operations and management of the SPC Dease Lake Ministry Center. This role liaises and builds rapport with the local community and church, and manages the Center’s hospitality services and programs offered to the Dease Lake and surrounding First Nations communities. The General Manager will be provided accommodations in Dease Lake, British Columbia. As an integral member of the P&PD, this role will help SPC carry out its mission and objectives through participation in daily chapel and prayer ministry.
The successful candidate will fulfill a full-time permanent position at the Ministry Center in Dease Lake, British Columbia. This position includes benefits of family accompaniment, life insurance, medical/dental and short-term/long-term disability, RRSP contributions (after 1 year of employment) and 15 days of vacation per year.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Explores and implements innovative and approved program initiatives to engage the community in the Gospel
- Maintains a positive working relationship with the First Nation and community members, including but not limited to officials, schools, businesses, and churches
- Networks regionally with individuals and other entities to build appropriate partner relationships
- Leads and equips Dease Lake staff and SPC volunteers to successfully carry out operational goals while providing development opportunities, ensuring positive community public relations, and offering spiritual encouragement
- Recruits, onboards, and trains staff at the ministry center, fostering a cohesive and empowered team environment
- Supervises Dease Lake staff, providing performance management, establishing and communicating performance objectives, coaching, training and conducting performance reviews
- Coordinates with the Volunteer Relations Manager to identify appropriate opportunities for Teams engagement in Dease Lake, or for local youth to engage nationally or internationally
- Prepares and manages program budgets, finance and HR forms and trackers, and reports for administrative purposes in an accurate and consistent manner
- Facilitates connectivity with the SPC Calgary office to ensure the Center remains supported and prayer needs are communicated
- Ensures the Ministry Center is in compliance with governmental regulations and codes
- Performs and oversees maintenance on Ministry Center facilities, engaging SPC Calgary office as needed
Qualifications:
- Qualified applicants must be committed to Christian values and precepts and be in agreement with the Samaritan’s Purse Statement of Faith
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in program development or project management
- 2-3 years of supervisory or management experience, preferably in operations / project management and/or program / ministry development
- Cross-cultural experience that provides insight into First Nations community culture, with the ability to build strong partnerships with both First Nations and the broader community
- Experience in event coordination and team building
- Excellent relational skills, able to connect with diverse personalities
- Proven ability to support vulnerable individuals and create safe environments
- Disciplined self-starter, motivated and organized in independent project work
- Creative thinker who approaches challenges innovatively and proactively
- Strong leadership, motivational, and relationship-building skills
- Familiarity with budgets and financial statements
- Academic background in First Nations Studies is a strong asset
Certificates, Licenses, Registration:
- A valid driver’s license
- Valid Standard First Aid/CPR and AED Level C Certification
Salary Range: $60,000 to $80,000 plus benefits and accommodation
Contact Information:
To respond to this opportunity, please forward your resume together with a cover letter detailing your passion for Christian ministry employment to:
Attention: Human Resources
20 Hopewell Way NE, Calgary, AB T3J 5H5
[email protected]
Application Deadline: Open until a suitable candidate is selected
Note: Staff must be in agreement with the Samaritan’s Purse Statement of Faith and be committed to Biblical values, precepts and conduct. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls please.
