This week's Christian Job opportunities (23 Jan 2026)

Welcome back to our weekly roundup of mission-driven career opportunities!

This week, the Eden.co.uk Job Directory is buzzing with roles that span the spectrum—from senior executive positions steering global mission strategy to hands-on community roles making a difference right here in the UK.

Whether your passion lies in finance, IT, pastoral care, or international development, there are fantastic organisations looking for dedicated talent like you. Here are some of the highlights from the jobs posted this week.

Executive & Strategic Leadership Roles

If you are looking to step into a senior role where you can shape the future direction of a major Christian organisation, this week offers several high-impact opportunities:

• Global Mission Strategy: Ufm Worldwide is seeking two key leaders: a Director of Operations & Organisational Strategy based in Swindon, and an Area Director for Ireland based in Belfast. These roles are crucial for supporting their extensive cross-cultural mission work.
• International Justice: For those with experience in high-level government relations, International Justice Mission Uk is recruiting a Vice President, US Government Partnerships, a significant role based in the United States.
• Advocacy and Awareness: At a Loss is searching for a Head of Advocacy, Awareness and External Relations, a senior leadership position working directly with the CEO to expand the charity's reach.

Finance, Operations, and Administration

Every successful mission requires a solid operational foundation. We've seen a great variety of roles this week requiring organisational and financial expertise:

• IT Leadership: A rare opportunity in the Christian tech space, iKnow Church & Church Edit is hiring a Software Development Manager in Solihull, offering a salary of up to £60,000.
• Charity Finance: Hope into Action UK, which focuses on empowering churches to end homelessness, is looking for a Finance Manager in Peterborough.
• The HTB Network: Alpha International has two London-based roles supporting the HTB ministry: an HTB Operations Lead and an HTB Finance Systems Assistant.
• Administration Across the Sector: From a Personal Assistant to the CEO at Jubilee+ in Hastings, to a Projects Administrator MENA at Barnabas Fund in Swindon, administrative skills are highly sought after in organisations tackling global issues.

Community, Care, and Frontline Ministry

If your heart is in direct service and community transformation, these roles are for you:

• Homelessness and Housing: Beyond the finance role mentioned above, Hope into Action UK is also hiring a Team lead Nottingham to empower their local teams supporting tenants.
• Foodbank Management: Faithworks Wessex is looking for dedicated individuals to manage their vital community services, including a Nourish (Foodbank) Manager – Blandford and a Poole Lifecentre & Foodbank Deputy Manager. These are crucial roles on the frontline of community support.
• Pastoral Leadership: Emmaus Road Community Church is seeking an Emmaus Rd Aldershot Pastor to lead their diverse congregation and staff team in Aldershot.
• Children and Youth: Metro World Child is recruiting a Children's Ministry and Outreach Co-ordinator in Nottingham to work with children and families through schools and churches.

Unique and Exciting Opportunities

Not all mission work happens behind a desk. This week features some roles that offer a change of scenery and a chance to work in dynamic environments:

• Outdoor Education: Do you love the great outdoors? CHRISTIAN CAMPING INTERNATIONAL (UK) LIMITED is hiring a Seasonal Outdoor Education Instructor - Heatree Centre to deliver adventure activities on Dartmoor.
• Facilities and Maintenance: Rock Uk Adventure Centres Limited is looking for a Maintenance Technician in Wellingborough to help keep their adventure centre running smoothly.
• Cathedral Coordination: Work in a beautiful historic setting as the Office Coordinator for Chester Cathedral.

Fundraising and Development

The ability to secure resources is vital for sustaining ministry. If you have a knack for building relationships and securing funding, check out these roles:

• Financial Education: Church Urban Fund has two roles focused on their Just Finance Foundation: a Corporate Fundraiser, Just Finance Foundation (full-time) and a Fundraising Manager (Part-time), Just Finance Foundation.
• Events Fundraising: Compassion UK is seeking an Events Manager to build relationships with ambassadors and partners through high-impact events.

This is just a snapshot of the incredible variety of roles posted this week by organisations committed to making a difference.

Ready to find your next role? Head over to the full job directory to explore all the opportunities and apply today!

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