WHO WE ARE

Our roots stretch back to 1911, when we were founded in Canada as an evangelism and Scripture distribution ministry led by a national membership of volunteers. Over the decades our ministry has broadened to inviting women and men of all vocations to share the gospel with innovative new Scripture resources alongside local church partners. In 2015, ShareWord Global was launched to help expand the work in more regions within Canada and around the world.

ShareWord Global (SWG) is a ministry committed to engaging the global Church to do one simple thing: go! Our mission is to ignite and fuel a passion in peoples hearts to share the gospeltraining and equipping them, as a community of believers, to effectively introduce people to Jesus through Gods Word. SWG fuels the movement to go! and reach more people with the gospel through relational evangelism and training, innovative Scripture resources, and by partnering with local churches worldwide.

WHAT WE DO

Through partnerships with local church and other like-minded ministries, we equip Christians of all nations with evangelism training and Scripture materials, so they can feel more empowered to share the gospel in their communities. We ignite and fuel a passion in peoples hearts to share the gospel as a community of believers. Because together, we can tell the world.

OUR MISSION

We are committed to growing a community of Christians, unleashed to share the Good News of Jesus Christ through a combination of training, Scripture resources, and outreach opportunities.

OUR VISION

Until the Good News that was shared with us, is shared with all.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Regional Manager provides leadership through their extensive network of volunteers to implement approved strategic and operational plans and activities for the area. The goal is to grow and strengthen ShareWord Globals ministry and mission effectiveness with churches, members, volunteers, and partners. The Regional Manager is ultimately accountable for achieving annual area goals and objectives by developing leaders, implementing systems, and ensuring financial and ministry targets are met. They are a leader of leaders, a talent developer, and a discipler of others with strong relational, communication and administrative skills.

Reports to: Director of Ministry
Term:Full time
Location:Remote,Alberta

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Mission Growth & Volunteer Development (60%)

• Ensure activities are aligned with ShareWord Globals 2025-2029 strategic priorities.
  • Increase awareness of SWG
  • Engage more people in the mission
  • Reach more people with the Gospel
  • Strengthen our team
• Identify and facilitate opportunities for fundraising and revenue growth through chapters, members, volunteers and churches.
• Represent SWG in your area and in all SWG activities as required, including Chapter events as requested.
• Recruit, equip, and develop key volunteer facilitators/leaders.

• Oversee leadership development within volunteer networks to sustain growth.
• Facilitate regular team meetings with volunteer leaders.
• Provide evangelism training to churches, members and chapters, and equip local facilitators/leaders to do the same.
• Leverage relationships with members to enhance GCP (Global Church Partnerships), GRID Events (Evangelism events), and GO Trip (Gospel Outreach Trip) participation.
• Develop and execute a plan for church outreach, ensuring regular engagement and new partnerships.
• Strengthen engagement strategies to reach more people with the Gospel in alignment with strategic priorities.
• Support the Ministry Team with assigned GO trips.
• Grow volunteers, SWG Partners, and church partnerships year over year.

Ministry Development & Special Projects (10%)

• Assist in the planning and execution of regional and national ministry events.
• Participate in special projects as assigned by the President, VP of Ministry, or Director of Ministry.
• Assist with the development, adaptation, implementation and improvement of Spark events and new Ignite modules for North America.
• Ensure consistency in ministry efforts across regions by collaborating with national leadership.
• Contribute to increasing awareness of ShareWord Globals mission through strategic awareness efforts.

Field Work & Engagement (20%)

• Attend GCP and/or volunteer-led events to support local ministry activities.
• Assist in fundraising initiatives and encourage financial growth within the region.
• Engage in GO Events alongside volunteers and churches.
• Identify and mentor potential new advocates for ministry expansion.
• Participate in GO trips as required.
• Identify and encourage potential GO Trip leaders to attend GO Trips.
• Leverage approved digital tools and innovative approaches to enhance engagement and mission effectiveness.
• Provide stories, videos and photos to the Marketing & Communications team on the various activities undertaken so as to raise awareness and interest in SWG

Administration and Ministry Support (10%)

• Utilize approved technology to streamline administrative tasks and enhance ministry effectiveness.
• Approve special Scripture orders for members and church partners, confirming their intended use aligns with designated purposes.
• Oversee and manage inquiries from members, volunteers, GCPs and partners as required.
• Attend staff devotions, team meetings, and staff meetings as required.
• Stay up to date with Human Resource training and documentation.
• Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• A vibrant faith, evident to all through a character which reflects Christ.
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and people development skills.
• Experience in volunteer management, church engagement, and evangelism training.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to implement ministry growth initiatives.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Administrative and financial oversight capabilities.
• Adaptability to new technologies for ministry expansion.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Ability to multitask and work quickly under sometimes tight deadlines.
• Self-starter and able to achieve goals with minimal oversight.
• Entrepreneurial.
• Excellent public speaker and engaging storyteller.
• Results-driven.
• Diplomatic, sensitive and engaging.

ASSETS

• Experience working in a not-for profit, charitable organization or church
• Experience in fundraising
• Experience in membership recruitment
• Experience in public speaking
• Experience with Blackbaud and Raisers Edge products

This role is ideal for a passionate leader who thrives in building and sustaining ministry efforts within a volunteer-driven network. The Regional Manager plays a crucial role in advancing ShareWord Globals mission and ensuring the effectiveness of local and international outreach efforts in alignment with the 2025-2029 strategic priorities.

ShareWord Global is an evangelical Christian ministry, dedicated to sharing the Word of God with the world. As a Christian evangelical ministry, candidates must be able to demonstrate a personal commitment to Jesus Christ, and identify with our Mission and Statement of Faith.

We offer a competitive compensation package and benefits.

All applicants are welcome. ShareWord Global is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities.

We sincerely thank all those who apply, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.