MissionAssist is celebrating 35 years as a charity entirely of volunteers serving world mission from home. Through many areas of service and projects, including provision of the EasyEnglish Bible and Bible Digitisation Project, MissionAssist members are making a real difference as they support those involved in Bible translation and widening access to the Scriptures.
We welcome enquiries from people willing to find out more about how they could serve as a leader or trustee.
Trustees
The board are currently seeking new trustees with the commitment, drive and energy to help MissionAssist continue to pursue its vision. Trustee meetings are quarterly, currently three per year online and one in person with an online option.
Enquiries are particularly welcome from people who have prior experience as an effective trustee, and/or recent experience in overseas mission. Also welcome are those who may not have gained such experience but do have a passion for worldwide mission and Bible translation. We would also like to hear from people who can bring professional legal or financial knowledge to the Board of Trustees.
Leaders
After some recent restructuring there are several part-time volunteer opportunities with flexible hours available, including:
Head of IT – Lead the information technology team in providing and supporting MissionAssist systems.
Head of Marketing – Raise awareness of MissionAssist, its services and resources, amongst those who can contribute and those who can benefit worldwide.
Head of Operations – Ensure the charity’s systems and procedures are robust and fit for purpose, including for data protection and risk management.
Head of Partnerships – Provide oversight of both formal and informal relationships linking MissionAssist and partner organisations.
Head of Recruitment – Guide the activities and team involved in engaging new people to become volunteers with MissionAssist.
Head of Service Development – Oversee the planning and development of new services, and support the growth of existing services.
Leadership Team – Contribute to decision making, including attending online leadership team meetings and taking responsibility for some tasks and activities.
Key Tasks:
- Lead an area of activity on behalf of the Leadership Team (for Head roles).
- Develop and build relationships with team members and other leaders.
- Report to the CEO, maintaining regular contact and providing written reports for quarterly meetings.
Requirements for leaders:
- Experience relevant to the area of activity.
Requirements for all leaders and trustees:
- Ability to work independently, with good judgement, in a virtual organisation.
- Excellent networking, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Competence with video conferencing and office software.
- Experience of Christian servant leadership – desirable.
“Not long after I had prayed for the Lord’s guidance, I saw an opportunity that so closely matched my skills, experience and vision for servant leadership that I made an enquiry about the role straightaway.”
Sarah, Cambridge UK