Achord is a UK-registered charity dedicated to equipping individuals with the tools they need to build strong, healthy relationships. We deliver practical, research-based content through partnerships with churches, community groups, and educational institutions. Our mission is to see relationships thrive at every stage of life--reducing breakdown, increasing resilience, and strengthening the social fabric of our communities.
The Role
We are looking for a dynamic, relationally driven
Relationship Manager
to join our team and take the lead in expanding our work with churches across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a heart for ministry and a passion for strengthening relationships within Christian communities.
You will play a key role in:
Cultivating and managing relationships
with churches and church networks
Encouraging churches
to adopt and run the Achord Course
Providing ongoing support and training
to church leaders and volunteers
Growing awareness
of Achord's mission and resources within the Christian sector
Play an active role in ensuring
the charity's long-term financial and
operational viability.
This role is ideal for a confident, self-starting individual--possibly with a background in sales or ministry--who is eager to build lasting partnerships and see local churches equipped to make a lasting impact in the lives of their congregants and their communities.
Key Responsibilities
Identify and connect with churches interested in strengthening relationships in their congregations and communities
Present the Achord vision and course offerings through in-person visits, online meetings and church events.
Develop strong partnerships with church leaders, providing support from onboarding to implementation.
Deliver introductory sessions, training, and occasional speaking engagements.
Maintain accurate records of leads, contacts, and partner progress using CRM tools.
Collaborate with the marketing team to create church-facing communications and resources.
Gather feedback and impact stories to help shape future offerings
Represent Achord at conferences, exhibitions, and relevant Christian networks
Deliver agreed church sign-up and growth targets through proactive outreach and partnership development, supporting the charity's long-term sustainability and self-funding goals.
Person Specification
Essential
A confident, proactive communicator with excellent relational and networking skills
A self-starter with the ability to work independently and meet growth targets
Passionate about healthy relationships and aligned with Achord's mission and Christian ethos
Experience in a client-facing, relationship-building or sales role
Understanding of the church landscape and comfortable engaging with church leaders
Strong presentation and public speaking skills
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple relationships and projects simultaneously
Experience with CRMs or client tracking tools, data input, GDPR best practice
Proficient ITC skills: email, database, Microsoft Office applications
Flexibility to attend evening and weekend events or church services if required
Desirable
Active member of a local church
Experience delivering training or facilitating small groups
Previous work in a faith-based charity or organisation
Regularly asks for feedback and looks for opportunities to learn from others and continually improve their work
What We Offer
A supportive, faith-driven team environment
Flexible working arrangements
Opportunities to make a tangible impact in churches and communities across the UK
Regular training and development opportunities
4 weeks holiday allowance, pro rata
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to andrea.tc@achordfoundation.org by Aug 29th, 2025