Join our team
We are looking for talented and experienced disciples of Christ to join our team.
Career opportunities
We partner with Christian Ministry Organizations to reach people in over 40 countries worldwide. This work falls into four categories of programs: Children's Ministry, Starting New Churches, Adult Bible-Based Literacy, and work within the Persecuted Church.
We equip local champions to bring God's Word to people living in spiritual and physical poverty. The power of the Holy Spirit is working to transform communities, and even entire nations, from the inside out.
Target Start Date: September 5, 2017
Time Commitment: Full-time (M-F 8:30am-4:30pm)
Duration: Permanent
Location: 399 Main Street West Grimsby, Ontario
Overview of the Organization:
Bible League Canada is a Christian charitable organization providing Scripture placement and church planter training worldwide so that people prepared by the Holy Spirit will be brought into relationship with Christ and His church. Our work is based on the conviction that the world needs the living word of God more than anything else. We are in need of an Front Desk Receptionist/Order Desk who recognizes and has faithfully responded to God’s call to utilize God-given administrative and interpersonal skills as well as personal attributes for God’s glory and in the service of Bible League Canada's Christian mission.
Responsibilities:
Reporting to the International Missions Director Canada, this salaried position provides support in three broad areas: (A) Front Desk Receptionist, (B) Resource Sales Order Desk and (C) Administrative support. The incumbent should be comfortable working in a fast paced environment and interacting with ministry partners, suppliers, other BLC teams and donors effectively and diplomatically. Specific responsibilities within the above areas are:
Front Desk Reception Duties: (50%)
- In pursuit of service excellence, ensuring that every person contacting BLC in any manner feels welcomed, valued, and well-served.
- Greeting people in person, by telephone, and by email and assisting them or directing them to someone who can assist them promptly.
- Providing correct and complete answers to questions regarding BLC ministry.
- Receiving donations by telephone.
- Ensuring each member of the BLC Back Up Reception Team is trained in Service Excellence according to the BLC Service Excellence Training Program and fully prepared to serve on the reception desk when needed.
- Ensuring all necessary phone and email greetings are set up as needed (absent alerts, phone system automation, holiday greetings, etc.)
- Responsible for maintaining 100% coverage of the front desk.
Resource Sales Order Desk: (40%)
- Process Customer Orders: Receiving resource orders by telephone, mail, website or email and process accordingly.
- Order Processing: creating invoices in our data management system (iMIS), tracking payments, processing online orders.
- Coordinate order fulfillment: execute with accuracy and efficiency the process involved with submitting orders to shipping facility.
- Maintaining a detailed knowledge of product information for those available for purchase on the BLC webstore; working with Resource Development Manager to respond to customer product inquiries.
- Collaborate with Resource Development Manager in selecting new products for sale and in product development.
Administrative Support Duties: (10%)
- As time allows, complete general administrative tasks assigned by the International Missions Director Canada or Resource Sales Manager, e.g. data entry, targeted mailings, research, etc.
- Participate in and provide leadership to Team Canada Specialized projects that are related to Reception Duties and or Resource Sales Order Desk.
- Other administrative duties as requested
Education:
- Education must include at least a college diploma (undergraduate degree is preferred).
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as a receptionist or in a related administration position.
- Experience in a not-for-profit organization is preferred but not essential.
Technical Skills:
- Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Office skills in PowerPoint, Word, Outlook.
- Beginner to advanced knowledge of database system (IMIS)
- Intermediate/Advanced organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to see the “big picture”.
Interpersonal Skills and Personal Attributes:
- Knowledge of and a passion for Bible League Canada and its work.
- Able to multi-task, prioritize and work well in a busy environment.
- Active listening; able to respond to with excellent telephone manner; inquires from donors/customers/all individuals who contact our office
- Excellent donor service and interpersonal skills: experience interacting with people from diverse cultures, backgrounds and work styles.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing conditions, work assignments and teammates.
- Very reliable, with the ability to take the initiative, problem-solve & implement solutions.
- A self-starter with the ability to work independently as needed.
- A dedicated team player: Enjoys working with others in team settings to solve problems and has a proven ability to work collaboratively with all levels of management and staff, inside and outside the organization.
- Able to handle confidential information.
Required Commitment:
- Follower of Jesus Christ who wholeheartedly subscribes to the Bible League Canada’s faith and lifestyle policy documents.
- In fulfilling your responsibilities, you will be required to pray for and minister to people who contact Bible League Canada either in person, or by phone or other electronic communication. These ministry and prayer opportunities include but are not limited to reception/phone communication duties, order fulfillment, general inquiries, conferences and events and all fundraising activities.
- A love for Bible-based ministry in Canada and around the world.
- Cultural, economic and environmental sensitivity.
We Offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Please submit your cover letter and resume or inquiries to Cheryl Walsh (cwalsh@bibleleague.ca).
Bible League Canada would like to thank those who have applied, however, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Accommodations in the selection process are available, upon request, for applicants with a disability, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Volunteer opportunities
Social Media AdvocateTarget Start Date: TBD
Time Commitment: 2-5 hours per week
Duration: TBD
Location: Grimsby, Ontario or Remotely.
Overview of the Organization:
Bible League Canada is a Christian charitable organization providing Scripture placement and training worldwide to champions of local communities in over 40 countries so that people prepared by the Holy Spirit will be brought into relationship with Christ and His church. Our work is based on Matthew 6:33 “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” (NLT). Our big holy audacious goal is to see all peoples, everywhere, transformed by the Living Word of God.
As part of continuing our growth, and increasing our brand awareness as an organization, we are looking for a volunteer Social Media Advocate. This will be an individual who recognizes and has faithfully responded to God’s call to utilize God-given intercessory and interpersonal skills and personal attributes for God’s glory and in the service of Bible League Canada’s mission for the Kingdom of God.
Social Media Advocate Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Director of Communications, this person is responsible for advocating for Bible League Canada on various social media sites. Responsibilities would include:
- Posting about Bible League Canada and the work that our ministry is doing around the world.
- Sharing and Re-tweeting relevant Bible League social media posts
- Connecting with their network in meaningful conversations about relevant issues that BLC is involved with.
- Share BLC material and resources with network in a casual manner, not as a salesperson.
Experience
- Experience within a ministry is a definite asset
- Maturity in your personal walk with God
Technical Skills:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Very comfortable with technology
- Social Media enthusiast
Interpersonal Skills and Personal Attributes:
- Knowledge of and a passion for Bible League Canada and its work.
- Excellent interpersonal skills: experience interacting with people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and work styles.
- A “people-person” with an extensive network in the Christian community.
Required Commitment:
Follower of Jesus Christ who wholeheartedly subscribes to the Bible League Canada’s faith and lifestyle policy documents.
In fulfilling your responsibilities, you may be required to pray for and minister to people who contact the Bible League either in person, or by phone or other electronic communication.
A love for Bible-based ministry in Canada and around the world.
Cultural, economic, and environmental sensitivity.
Inquiries
Please submit your cover letter or inquiries to Cheryl Walsh at cwalsh@bibleleague.ca.
Reception CoverageTarget Start Date: TBD
Time Commitment: Part-time
Duration: TBD
Location: Grimsby, Ontario
Overview of the Organization:
Bible League Canada is a Christian charitable organization providing Scripture placement and training worldwide to champions of local communities in over 40 countries so that people prepared by the Holy Spirit will be brought into relationship with Christ and His church. Our work is based on Matthew 6:33 “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” (NLT). Our big holy audacious goal is to see all peoples, everywhere, transformed by the Living Word of God.
We are in need of an enthusiastic and qualified volunteer. This assignment is ideal for individuals considering careers in administration, especially within a charitable organization, and who have a passion for volunteer service. The successful applicant will be an individual who recognizes and has faithfully responded to God’s call to utilize God-given technical and interpersonal skills and personal attributes for His glory.
Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities include the following:
- General Reception and Phone Work
- Answer reception telephone professionally and with courtesy.
- Transfer incoming calls to various staff.
- Greet walk-in customers/donors
- Connect visitors with necessary staff for meetings
- Communicate effectively and patiently with people from different walks of life and cultural backgrounds.
- Stuff invoices/receipts when necessary
- Gain a basic knowledge of shipping times, taxes etc. to answer customer inquiries.
- Research products on our website and/or order catalogue to assist telephone and walk-in customers.
- Database and Donation Management
- Take a telephone donation; and fill out a donation slip.
- Confirm address information of customers and donors in database.
- Gain basic ministry and order related information to answer donor inquiries.
- Update addresses, remove customers from mailing list upon request
- Look up products for availability in database.
- Receive and process product orders using database
Responsibilities are subject to change. Additional responsibilities may be added in consultation with the volunteer at the discretion of your supervisor.
Experience
Experience within a ministry, not-for-profit organization or in business administration are definite assets.
Experience in an administrative role is preferred.
Technical Skills:
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills in Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Word, and internet research.
- Comfortable with technological change.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Time management skills
Interpersonal Skills and Personal Attributes:
- Knowledge of and a passion for Bible League Canada and its work.
- Able to multi-task, prioritize and work well in a busy environment.
- An active listener, able to absorb and organize large volumes of information quickly and accurately.
- Excellent donor service and interpersonal skills: experience interacting with people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and work styles.
- Able to handle confidential information.
Required Commitment:
Follower of Jesus Christ who wholeheartedly subscribes to the Bible League Canada’s faith and lifestyle policy documents.
In fulfilling your responsibilities, you will be required to pray for and minister to people who contact the Bible League either in person, or by phone or other electronic communication. These ministry and prayer opportunities include but are not limited to reception/phone communication duties, order fulfillment, general inquiries, conferences and events and all fundraising activities.
A love for Bible-based ministry in Canada and around the world.
Cultural, economic and environmental sensitivity.
Inquiries
Please submit your cover letter or inquiries to Cheryl Walsh at cwalsh@bibleleague.ca.
Bulk Mail Prep & Document ManagementTarget Start Date: TBD
Time Commitment: Part-time
Duration: TBD
Location: Grimsby, Ontario
Overview of the Organization:
Bible League Canada is a Christian charitable organization providing Scripture placement and training worldwide to champions of local communities in over 40 countries so that people prepared by the Holy Spirit will be brought into relationship with Christ and His church. Our work is based on Matthew 6:33 “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” (NLT). Our big holy audacious goal is to see all peoples, everywhere, transformed by the Living Word of God.
We are in need of an enthusiastic and qualified volunteer. This assignment is ideal for individuals considering careers in administration, especially within a charitable organization, and who have a passion for volunteer service. The successful applicant will be an individual who recognizes and has faithfully responded to God’s call to utilize God-given technical and interpersonal skills and personal attributes for His glory.
Responsibilities:
The volunteer should be comfortable working in a fast paced environment, dealing with a wide variety of work and interacting with ministry partners and donors effectively and diplomatically. Specific responsibilities include the following:
- Bulk Mail Preparation
- Receipting
- Preparing yearly mailings
- Document Management
- Shredding
- Filing large volumes of documents
Responsibilities are subject to change. Additional responsibilities may be added in consultation with the volunteer at the discretion of your supervisor.
Education:
Education should be broadly aligned with the responsibilities of this role.
Experience
Experience within a ministry, not-for-profit organization or in business administration are definite assets. Experience in an administrative role is preferred.
Technical Skills:
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills in Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Word, and internet research are assets
- Comfortable with technological change.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Interpersonal Skills and Personal Attributes:
- Knowledge of and a passion for Bible League Canada and its work.
- Able to multi-task, prioritize and work well in a busy environment.
- Very reliable, with the ability to take the initiative, problem-solve & implement solutions.
- A results oriented self-starter with the ability to work independently as needed.
- Able to handle confidential information.
Required Commitment:
Follower of Jesus Christ who wholeheartedly subscribes to the Bible League Canada’s faith and lifestyle policy documents.
In fulfilling your responsibilities, you may be required to pray for and minister to people who contact the Bible League either in person, or by phone or other electronic communication. These ministry and prayer opportunities include but are not limited to reception/phone communication duties, order fulfillment, general inquiries, conferences and events and all fundraising activities.
A love for Bible-based ministry in Canada and around the world.
Cultural, economic and environmental sensitivity.
Inquiries
Please submit your cover letter or inquiries to Cheryl Walsh at cwalsh@bibleleague.ca.
Prayer ChampionTarget Start Date: As soon as possible
Time Commitment: 2-5 hours per week
Duration: TBD
Location: Grimsby, Ontario
Overview of the Organization:
Bible League Canada is a Christian charitable organization providing Scripture placement and training worldwide to champions of local communities in over 40 countries so that people prepared by the Holy Spirit will be brought into relationship with Christ and His church. Our work is based on Matthew 6:33 “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” (NLT). Our big holy audacious goal is to see all peoples, everywhere, transformed by the Living Word of God.
As part of continuing our growth, and commitment to being a praying organization we are seeking a Prayer Champion. This will be an individual who recognizes and has faithfully responded to God’s call to utilize God-given intercessory and interpersonal skills and personal attributes for God’s glory and in the service of Bible League Canada’s mission for the Kingdom of God.
Prayer Champion Responsibilities:
Reporting to the International Missions Director for Canada, this person is responsible for upholding Bible League Canada ministry and its ministers in prayer. Responsibilities would include:
- Interceding prayerfully with our Heavenly Father on Bible League Canada’s behalf by receiving prayer requests submitted by donors, and acknowledging and encouraging through a response device.
- Receiving personal prayer requests from staff.
- Receiving mission prayer requests from designated staff.
- As the Lord leads, championing others to join you in this effort.
Responsibilities are subject to change. Additional responsibilities may be added in consultation with the incumbent at the discretion of your supervisor.
Experience:
- Experience within a ministry is a definite asset
- Maturity in your personal walk with God
Technical Skills:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Person management skills
Interpersonal Skills and Personal Attributes:
- Knowledge of and a passion for Bible League Canada and its work.
- Passionate about the power of prayer
- An active listener, able to absorb and organize large volumes of information quickly and accurately.
- An encourager who can guide and motivate others
- Excellent donor service and interpersonal skills: experience interacting with people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and work styles.
- Able to handle confidential information.
Required Commitment:
Follower of Jesus Christ who wholeheartedly subscribes to the Bible League Canada’s faith and lifestyle policy documents.
In fulfilling your responsibilities, you will be required to pray for and minister to people who contact the Bible League either in person, or by phone or other electronic communication.
A love for Bible-based ministry in Canada and around the world.
Cultural, economic and environmental sensitivity.
Inquiries
Please submit your cover letter or inquiries to Cheryl Walsh at cwalsh@bibleleague.ca.
Gardening & LandscapingTarget Start Date: TBD
Time Commitment: 4-8 Hours a week
Duration: TBD
Location: Grimsby, Ontario
Overview of the Organization:
Bible League Canada is a Christian charitable organization providing Scripture placement and training worldwide to champions of local communities in over 40 countries so that people prepared by the Holy Spirit will be brought into relationship with Christ and His church. Our work is based on Matthew 6:33 “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” (NLT). Our big holy audacious goal is to see all peoples, everywhere, transformed by the Living Word of God.
We are in need of an enthusiastic and qualified volunteer for a part time position. This assignment is ideal for individuals considering careers in landscaping, and who have a passion for volunteer service. The successful applicant will be an individual who recognizes and has faithfully responded to God’s call to utilize God-given skills and personal attributes for His glory.
Responsibilities:
- The volunteer should be comfortable working in a fast paced environment, dealing with a wide variety of work and being outside.
- General Gardening and Landscape Work
- Weeding
- Bed maintenance
- Pruning
- Mechanical Assistance
- Operate weed trimming machine
- Operate riding lawn mower
- Repair and maintain mechanical equipment
Responsibilities are subject to change. Additional responsibilities may be added in consultation with the incumbent at the discretion of your supervisor.
Experience:
Experience in landscaping and/or gardening is a definite asset.
Technical Skills:
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Time management skills
- Mechanical aptitude is a definite asset
Interpersonal Skills and Personal Attributes:
- Knowledge of and a passion for Bible League Canada and its work.
- Able to multi-task, prioritize and work well in a busy environment.
- Very reliable, with the ability to take the initiative, problem-solve & implement solutions.
- A results oriented self-starter with the ability to work independently as needed.
- A dedicated team player: Enjoys working with others in team settings to solve problems and has a proven ability to work collaboratively with all levels of management and staff, inside and outside the organization.
Required Commitment:
Follower of Jesus Christ who wholeheartedly subscribes to the Bible League Canada’s faith and lifestyle policy documents.
In fulfilling your responsibilities, you may be required to pray for and minister to people who contact the Bible League either in person, or by phone or other electronic communication. These ministry and prayer opportunities include but are not limited to reception/phone communication duties, order fulfillment, general inquiries, conferences and events and all fundraising activities.
A love for Bible-based ministry in Canada and around the world.
Cultural, economic and environmental sensitivity.
Inquiries
Please submit your cover letter or inquiries to Cheryl Walsh at cwalsh@bibleleague.ca.
Do you live in Canada and have the following?
- A heart to serve
- A passion for reaching people who don't know Jesus as their saviour
- Unique skills and flexibility to meet the needs of the day
- The desire to work with a team of dedicated believers
If this is you then we invite you to be part of the daily ministry at Bible League Canada. Help Jesus to transform lives around the globe.
Fill out the following form to find out about our volunteering opportunities today. Direct inquiries can be made to Cheryl Walsh.
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