Social Transformation Manager

Job Title: Social Transformation Manager
Reports to: Sarah Wynter, Senior Pastor
Location: Saint Paul’s Hammersmith, W6 9PJ

About Saint Paul’s

Saint Paul’s is a dynamic church at the heart of London, dedicated to encountering God and awakening our city. We strive to be a white-hot centre of faith where people experience God’s presence and empowerment through His Spirit in their everyday lives. Our vision is to see God’s Kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven, inspiring our congregation to live, work, and play their part in bringing this good news to London. We are especially committed to empowering the emerging generation, passing on the baton of faith, and raising disciples who will influence every area of society.

Role Purpose

As the Social Transformation Manager, you will provide strategic leadership to Saint Paul’s community outreach, driving key programmes, building partnerships, and cultivating a vibrant volunteer culture. Your role will focus on operational support for our core social transformation ministries, safeguarding responsibilities, grant writing and reporting, and volunteer management. You will ensure Saint Paul’s impact is both sustainable and responsive to community needs.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Leadership and Operational Support

• Café Concerts: Lead the Café Concerts programme, which hosts 60-70 attendees from diverse backgrounds.
• Community Hub: Manage the operational needs of the Community Hub, offering meals, activities, and companionship to those experiencing loneliness, including local asylum seekers.
• Love Christmas Project: Coordinate the annual Love Christmas outreach, including volunteer management, fundraising, and logistics to distribute care packages to the community.
• Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to develop new initiatives as needed, such as:
  • Breakfast Clubs for local schoolchildren
  • Kids Matter family support programmes
  • Recovery Groups and Courses with a missional and community focus

Safeguarding and Crisis Support

• Act as the primary lead for Adult Safeguarding within Social Transformation, ensuring compliance with best practices and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate the Saint Paul’s Safeguarding Team to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.
• Support individuals in crisis by connecting them with appropriate resources and guiding them towards programmes addressing root causes.

Grant Management and Reporting

• Manage all aspects of grant processes, from identifying funding opportunities to writing applications and maintaining accurate records.
• Measure and report on the impact of Saint Paul’s outreach, using existing Love Your Neighbour metrics, providing insights for the Senior Leadership Team, PCC, and funders.

Volunteer Development and Partnership Building

• Recruit, train, and support a dedicated volunteer team, building a strong culture of service and engagement.
• Foster and maintain relationships with partner charities, including Spear and Crosslight, ensuring their work is aligned with Saint Paul’s mission.
• Represent Saint Paul’s within the Love Your Neighbour national movement, networking with local organisations, public sector groups, and stakeholders to strengthen outreach and refine our vision for social transformation.

Perform any other duties as reasonably required to support the team and the organisation's objectives.

Essential Skills and Experience

We are looking for a strategic and passionate leader with a heart for community transformation and strong operational skills. The ideal candidate will have:

• Safeguarding Expertise: Knowledge of safeguarding practices and a commitment to safe environments.
• Programme and Grant Management: Experience in coordinating outreach programmes and securing/managing grants, particularly within the non-profit sector.
• Strategic Acumen: Strong skills in planning, budgeting, and implementing strategies for social change.
• Volunteer and Team Leadership: Proven ability to build, empower, and lead diverse volunteer teams and stakeholders.
• Partnership Development: Success in building relationships with charities, public bodies, and community stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving and Change Leadership: Expertise in navigating cultural or operational shifts and tackling complex challenges with a solution-focused mindset.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication with a personable, adaptable, and professional approach.
• Commitment to St. Paul’s Vision: Alignment with the church’s mission and values, with active engagement in its life.

Additional Skills

• Proficiency in IT and MS Office.
• Strong attention to detail and multitasking ability.
• Conflict resolution skills for handling challenging situations.
• Project management experience.

Personal Qualities

We seek someone who:

• Love’s people from all walks of life
• Demonstrates maturity, wisdom, and discretion
• Embodies Christ-like values in all interactions
• Is adaptable, flexible, and proactive in responding to emerging needs
• Actively listens and is sensitive to others’ needs

Working Requirements

• Proof of right to work in the UK
• Work schedule: 3-4 days per week (Monday/Tuesday to Thursday), with some evening and Saturday work (TOIL given)
  • Community Hub work required once a month on Saturdays
  • Hours: 9:30 am – 5:30 pm (flexibility required)
• Attendance at Tuesday morning staff meetings

Key Church Services and Events

• Key annual church events: Annual Parochial Church Meeting, Church Weekend, and select evening events
• Easter and Christmas services
• Staff events, including an annual retreat (typically 1 week in January)

Package

• Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 FTE, depending on experience
• Holiday: 25 days FTE plus bank holidays
• Benefits: Employer pension contribution, annual offsite staff retreat, ongoing training, and development opportunities

This role offers the opportunity to lead impactful outreach programmes and help shape the future of social transformation at Saint Paul’s.