Singer/Rapper/ DJ/Breakdancer

Main purpose of the job:

To add to the existing work of a mission team using rap and or singing as part of a Hip Hop/Afrobeat/Pop group. Also to complement and add to the work of the existing ministries of The Message by being a key member of a Mission Team which will visit High schools/Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) and Prisons across the region, delivering a creative package of assemblies, lessons and concert programs.

Process

Stage1: Submit a 3-5min youtube video introducing yourself, telling us your journey of faith and showing a short performance high-lighting your creative ability.

Stage 2: Face to face Audition inc 2 performance pieces and gospel preach presentation

Stage 3: Formal interview

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Regularly communicate and present a clear gospel message verbally and visually to young people inviting a clear response to accept or reject the message, and an invite to engage with local church/youth activities.
• Delivering faith-based lessons in Schools/PRU’s and Prisons as well as evangelistic events including the No More Knives Tour and Higher Tour

• Rehearsing, recording and performing songs and shows for school and event performances

• Regularly writing and developing innovative school lesson plans with clear content communicating the gospel message, as stipulated in The Message Trust’s Statement of Faith

• Delivering music/performance-related workshops in schools and as part of Genetik Sessions activities

• Liaising with schools to create and confirm new opportunities
• Liaising with local churches
• Liaising with Message preferred production company regarding technical requirements for events
• Participating in mission follow-up activities
• Implement social media plan for ongoing engagement with young people.
• Identify potential funding sources and seek contributions to the ministry.  The successful candidate will be expected to have £125 per month in signed up personal support before starting rising to £175 within 3 months
• Enter fully into The Message Trust team life, including morning prayers, monthly prayer days and evening prayer meetings.

Person specification:

Essential

It is an occupational requirement that the postholder must be a committed Christian who believes in the Lordship of Christ, the authority of scripture and can agree with, and submit to, The Message Trust Ethos and Values, and wants to see the Christian message communicated effectively to young people

Ability to communicate the gospel message clearly and relevantly to anyone at any time, but with particular reference to young people

A passionate, bible believing, evangelist. 

Excellent communication skills

Ability to relate to teenagers

High standard of creative arts performance (singing/dancing/rapping/instrument)

Experience of working in High School/Prisons context

Able to control discipline within a classroom/workshop setting

Applicants should be able to articulate a clear vision for their role within the work of The Message, particularly with reference to their ability to function within the framework of its Mission, Vision, Ethos and Values.

*Full copies of our Mission & Vision statement and our Ethos & Values statement are available on request or can be viewed online at www.message.org.uk.

Desirable

Proficient in PC/MAC use (Microsoft Office and Music software)

 Some experience in songwriting

Ability to drive with own transport.

Confidentiality:

Any information relating to people contacted by the Trust acquired in the course of duty must be treated in strict confidence and must be discussed only within the confines of the work setting with the appropriate members of staff.

Any information relating to staff acquired in the course of duty must be treated in the strictest confidence and must be discussed only with senior staff members or with the line manager.

Note

This job description is not exhaustive, and amendments and additions may be required in line with future organisational changes.

The successful candidate for this post will be asked to apply for a Disclosure. The Message has decided that this shall be at the level of: Enhanced. 

Apply at https://recruitment.message.org.uk/job/329955