RELIGIOUS PROGRAMME ASSISTANT

REligious Programme Assistant

Company: CHRIST APOSTOLIC CHURCH PILGRIMS TABERNACLE

Salary: from £12.71 an hour

Hours: Part-time

Location: London, E2 9LY

Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 5 Nov 2026

Closing date: 4 Dec 2026

Summary

Christ Apostolic Church Pilgrims Tabernacle is seeking a committed, organised, spiritually mature and enthusiastic individual to serve as Religious Programme Assistant.

The successful candidate will provide administrative, organisational, ministerial and practical support in planning, coordinating and delivering the Church’s religious programmes, worship services, prayer meetings, conferences, revival programmes, retreats and special spiritual events.

The post holder will work closely with the Lead Pastor, Assistant Pastors, ministry leaders and departmental coordinators to ensure that all church programmes are properly planned, effectively communicated and successfully executed.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assist in planning and organising weekly, monthly and annual church programmes.
2. Coordinate revival meetings, prayer vigils, deliverance programmes, conferences, retreats and special services.
3. Prepare programme schedules, service outlines and activity timetables.
4. Liaise with guest ministers, speakers, worship leaders and invited participants.
5. Coordinate programme logistics, including venues, equipment, materials and hospitality.
6. Monitor programme preparation and ensure activities are delivered according to approved schedules.
7. Maintain a comprehensive church programme calendar.

Ministerial and Spiritual Support

1. Assist the Lead Pastor and other ministers in preparing for religious programmes.
2. Participate in prayer meetings, evangelism and other spiritual activities.
3. Support the coordination of intercessory prayer teams.
4. Assist in welcoming and attending to visiting ministers and special guests.
5. Encourage members’ participation in church programmes.
6. Support discipleship, follow-up and spiritual development activities as assigned.

Church Communication and Publicity

1. Prepare and distribute programme announcements and notices.
2. Coordinate publicity for church events through WhatsApp, Facebook and other approved communication platforms.
3. Liaise with the Creative and Digital Media Ministry to produce flyers, banners, promotional videos and programme materials.
4. Ensure that programme dates, times, venues and themes are accurately communicated.
5. Maintain communication with ministry leaders and departmental representatives.
6. Assist with the preparation of weekly church announcements and programme reports.

Administrative and Organisational Duties

1. Maintain records of church programmes and activities.
2. Prepare attendance registers and programme evaluation reports.
3. Assist in preparing departmental budgets and programme expenditure estimates.
4. Maintain records of invited ministers, guest speakers and programme participants.
5. Attend planning meetings and prepare minutes when required.
6. Ensure that programme materials and administrative documents are properly filed.
7. Perform other administrative responsibilities assigned by the Lead Pastor.

Event and Service Management

1. Assist with the preparation and arrangement of the church auditorium and programme venues.
2. Coordinate ushers, protocol personnel, hospitality teams and other volunteers involved in special programmes.
3. Ensure that sound, projection, musical instruments and other necessary equipment are ready.
4. Assist with the smooth running of church services and special events.
5. Monitor programme timings and coordinate activities with relevant ministry leaders.
6. Ensure that visitors and participants receive appropriate assistance.

Essential Requirements

• A committed Christian with a good understanding of biblical principles.
• Demonstrable commitment to the vision and values of the Church.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple programmes and activities.
• Good interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, email and basic digital communication tools.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends and special church events.
• High standards of confidentiality, integrity and personal conduct.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience in church administration or religious programme coordination.
• Experience in organising conferences, retreats, seminars and religious events.
• Basic knowledge of church worship and Pentecostal programmes.
• Experience in social media publicity and digital communications.
• Theological or biblical studies.
• Experience working with church volunteers and ministry departments.

Personal Attributes

1. Spiritually committed and prayerful.
2. Responsible, dependable and punctual.
3. Well-organised and attentive to detail.
4. Respectful of pastoral authority and church leadership.
5. Approachable and people-oriented.
6. Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
7. Proactive, creative and solution-focused.
8. Willing to serve with humility and dedication.

Safeguarding and Professional Conduct

The successful candidate must comply with the Church’s safeguarding, confidentiality, health and safety and data protection policies.

Appropriate references and safeguarding checks, including DBS checks where the role requires them, will be undertaken.

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