This week's Christian Job opportunities (16 Jan 2026)

Welcome back to our weekly job spotlight! Here at Eden.co.uk, we are passionate about connecting talented individuals like you with organisations doing incredible work across the UK and globally.

This week, we've seen a fantastic variety of roles posted, spanning everything from senior leadership and specialised legal counsel to vital frontline support and mission work in exotic locations. If you're looking for a role where your faith and skills align with a meaningful mission, read on for our highlights, and then dive into the full directory!

🌎 Global Mission and Unique Opportunities

Sometimes, the perfect job takes you far beyond the usual commute. This week, one posting stood out for its unique location:

• Mid-Atlantic Ministry: USPG Partners in Global Mission is seeking a Vicar St Matthew’s Parish - St Helena Island (mid-Atlantic). This full-time role focuses on evangelism and ministry with young families on the remote St Helena Island. If you’re looking for a profound change of scenery and a unique calling, this is certainly one to explore.
• Healing on the High Seas: While based in Stevenage, Mercy Ships is looking for a Supporter Retention Manager (£40,000 – £45,000). This is a great opportunity to apply your fundraising and relationship-building skills to support their vital work providing free surgeries and medical care via hospital ships.

🤝 Leadership and Specialised Expertise

If you are looking to step into a leadership role or apply highly specialised skills within the charity sector, several top-tier organisations are hiring:

• Strategic Fundraising: 24-7 PRAYER is at a pivotal moment and seeking a Head of Fundraising (Woking, £45,000 - £55,000 DOE) to lead their strategy and delivery across multiple income streams.
• Legal Expertise in Ministry: Alpha International needs an Alpha Legal Counsel in London. This role is particularly interesting as it involves working closely with the Global General Counsel, especially concerning AI, technology, and media content creation.
• HR Leadership: Spurgeons is recruiting a Lead People Business Partner (£45,129.36) to ensure their People and Culture team effectively supports their frontline services for children and families.

💻 Tech, Data, and Communications

The digital engine room of Christian organisations is always hiring!

• Data Management: Premier is seeking a Database Officer (London, £30,000) for someone passionate about data hygiene and accuracy—a critical function for any growing media ministry.
• Campaign Coordination: If you excel at project management and bringing marketing plans to life, check out the Marketing Campaign Manager role at 24-7 PRAYER (Woking, £34,000 – £40,000 DOE).

🏘️ Community, Support, and Frontline Roles

Many of the week's postings focus on direct community impact and essential administrative support:

• Reaching London's Streets: The London City Mission is recruiting London City Mission Pioneers. This paid, part-time scheme (£19,580 per annum) is ideal for those passionate about local church outreach and ministry.
• Supporting Supporters: BRF Ministries has two openings for a Supporter Care Officer (full-time) and a Supporter Care Officer – 12 month maternity cover (temporary), both based in Abingdon with hybrid working options.
• Tackling Homelessness: Housing Justice is looking for Community Connectors (London, maternity cover) (£39,354) to help build personal connections and find solutions to homelessness.

🌟 Opportunities to Volunteer and Serve

If you are looking to give your time and expertise, there are several crucial voluntary roles available:

• Governance: Housing Justice is seeking two Housing Justice - Finance Trustee (x2) to strengthen their governance, and All Nations Christian College Limited is seeking a Trustee - All Nations to help shape the future of global mission training.
• Advocacy and Care: Christian Solidarity Worldwide is looking for a CWS Volunteer (Human Rights Advocate) to join their global movement for religious freedom.
• Specialised Volunteering: The Torch Trust For The Blind has multiple opportunities, including Audio Transcriber (Voluntary) and Audio Editor (Voluntary), allowing you to use your precise skills to help those with sight loss access Christian materials.

This is just a snapshot of the exciting roles posted this week. Whether you are looking for a senior leadership position, a part-time ministry role, or a chance to volunteer your skills, your next calling could be waiting.

Ready to find your next step?

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