Jobs

This page provides an opportunity for Christian employers and prospective employees to make themselves known to one another.

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Vacancies (most recent first)

IVP have several new vacancies available:
(posted 13/4/2012; closing date 14/5/2012)

  • Sales Executive
  • Project and Administrative Support to the Chief Executive
  • Web/Marketing Interns x2

Full details on the IVP Vacancies page.


Accounts Assistant – St Pauls Bookshops
(posted 7/4/2012; no closing date specified)

Stephen Moseling writes:

St Pauls is looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant. The post is full-time and based in our London bookshop. A working knowledge of Sage, Excel and VAT is essential.

  • For further details, please email: stephen AT stpauls.org.uk

Archived Listings


IT & Website Coordinator – BRF
(posted 7/4/2012; closing date 13/4/2012)

BRF (The Bible Reading Fellowship) is recruiting an IT and Website Coordinator for their Abingdon office. This will be a very varied role that will appeal to somebody who enjoys juggling a number of different projects and who doesn’t mind being interrupted to resolve an IT crisis. You need to enjoy being part of the team and a problem solver to get the most out of this role. BRF is a growing organisation and this is new post. You will be working alongside our current Website Coordinator and providing IT support for our growing team.


Online Store Manager – Eden.co.uk
(posted 9/3/2012; no closing date specified)

Gareth Mulholland writes:

Eden.co.uk is recruiting for the position of ‘Online Store Manager’ based in Chester.

We’re searching for an experienced manager, with very good knowledge of the Christian marketplace, who shares our passion for ‘Connecting people around the world with resources that lead them into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ’.

This is a new position within the company – and you’ll be working with and supported by our Sales & Marketing manager, Jo Pountney. Email gareth.mulholland AT eden.co.uk to find out more.


Fundraising Officer – BRF
(posted 7/4/2012; closing date 12/4/2012)

BRF is looking to appoint an experienced Fundraising Officer to work closely with the Chief Executive to secure annual income and develop a longer-term sustainable fundraising strategy.


Christian Gateway Watford Noticeboard: Exciting Job Opportunity:  Storehouse General Manager

Christian Gateway Watford Noticeboard: Exciting Job Opportunity: Storehouse General Manager

General Manager – Storehouse Watford
(posted 29/2/2012; no appointment made)

From the Christian Gateway Watford noticeboard:

Exciting Job Opportunity: 
Storehouse General Manager

Download job description
Storehouse is one of the largest Christian book and media stores in the country, situated in the heart of Watford. Opening its doors in May 2011, this state-of-the-art two storey facility is connected to the Christian-run Presence Coffee House, and works in close partnership with many other town centre ministries and churches. It exists to help resource the growth and mission of the Christian community in and around Watford.

We are seeking a General Manager who will lead Storehouse and establish it as a fruitful ministry and business. This challenging role will include oversight of staff and volunteers, delivery of excellent customer service, stock and financial management, procurement, merchandising, marketing, and development of town-wide relationships…


Part-time Marketing Assistant – Darton, Longman & Todd
(posted 29/2/2012; updated 5/3/2012: closing date extended to 19/3/2012)

Jean Whitnall writes:

Darton, Longman and Todd, publishers of the successful Milton Jones’ Ten Second Sermons and the current bestselling Lent book Finding a Voice have an opportunity for a part time Marketing Assistant. We are looking for a creative, enthusiastic team player preferably with experience of In Design. A full job description is available from jeanw AT darton-longman-todd.co.uk; the closing date for applications is 5th 19th March 2012.


Sales and Marketing Assistant – Alban Books Ltd
(posted 22/12/2009; closing date 15/01/2010)

Alban Books Ltd is the European distributor for nine American religious publishers. This role supports the sales and marketing of its wide range of books, as well as managing specific projects.

Activities include:

  • targeted telesales to customer base
  • sales visiting in Scotland
  • providing administrative support to the Sales Manager
  • creation and distribution of sales and marketing material
  • distribution of review copies
  • dealing with customer queries
  • managing bibliographic data
  • assisting at conferences, author events and book displays
  • providing support to the marketing team

The contract will initially be for a fixed term of 6 months.

Person Spec:

You will be:

  • enthusiastic, resourceful and highly organised
  • positive and self-motivated

The candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. A natural sales ability and a genuine interest in the subject matter is required. Previous related work experience would be beneficial but not essential.

To apply: CV and covering letter by post or email with details of any current salary and stating why this job interests you. Please mark your application “Confidential”.

Post to:

Elaine Reid
Alban Books
14 Belford Road
Edinburgh
EH4 3BL

Location: Edinburgh
Organisation: Alban Books Ltd
Contact link: www.albanbooks.com
Contact email: Elaine.Reid AT albanbooks.com
Contact phone: 0131 226 2217
Salary: £14,500


Eden.co.uk
(posted 20/12/2009; no closing date specified)

Gareth Mulholland writes:

Although we are not currently advertising any vacancies we plan to advertise a number of new posts in the New Year and are always open to receiving ‘speculative’ CVs. Remote-working (via Internet) is an option so location does not necessarily matter.

CVs can be sent to: jobs AT eden.co.uk

9 Responses to Jobs

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  2. Just thought I would mention that IVP have a job advertised on their site:
    “We require a full-time Customer Services Assistant to join the busy Customer Services team at our Nottingham Distribution Centre.
    Whilst relevant experience is highly desirable for this role, there will be a full induction process together with comprehensive training.”
    Full details are here:
    http://www.ivpbooks.com/vacancies

  3. Two more jobs going:

    The United Reformed Church is looking for a bookshop manager: advertised in the Bookseller; full details in the URC Jobs section.

    LICC (London Institute for Contemporary Christianity) is looking for a Customer Support Administrator

  4. Eden.co.uk is advertising a anumber of new posts, based in Chester, Cheshire.

    These are all new posts which will add to our current team of 15.

    * Online Christian Bookshop Manager
    http://www.totaljobs.com/JobSearch/JobDetails.aspx?JobId=46748732

    * E-Commerce & Social Media Software Developers
    http://www.totaljobs.com/JobSearch/JobDetails.aspx?JobId=46746523

    * Customer Service
    http://jobseekers.direct.gov.uk/detailjob.aspx?sessionid=6e5cc765-cecd-4f54-9c8f-f00ace2b85cb&pid=3&j=CHY/19105

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