Administrative and Communications Assistant

Summit Community Church (SCC) , a member of The Alliance Canada, is a growing Church in Richmond Hill with a mission of guiding people to know and intentionally follow Jesus Christ through growing in faith, loving in community, and serving in mission.

Position Type: Part-Time
Schedule: Tuesday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with occasional weekends to support events
Compensation: $23.00/hour
Reports To: Director of Operations

Job Summary

The Administrative & Communications Assistant provides administrative, communications, and logistical support to the Director of Operations and various ministries across Summit Community Church (SCC).

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support

• Oversee the main reception area, ensuring a welcoming, responsive, and organized environment during office hours
• Greet and direct visitors; respond to inquiries in person, by phone, and via email
• Manage the general church inbox and incoming correspondence, responding, redirecting, and flagging priorities as needed
• Communicate messages, requests, and information clearly and accurately to staff and ministry leaders
• Provide administrative and clerical support to the Director of Operations, staff, and ministry leaders
• Coordinate communication and information for the church family and newcomers in a clear and welcoming manner
• Maintain the church calendar, including event scheduling and facility bookings
• Support general office operations, including office supplies, mail distribution, and administrative tasks
• Assist with printing and distributing ministry and teaching materials

Communications & Marketing

• Coordinate and distribute weekly eblasts through Constant Contact, working with ministry leads to gather content, identify communication priorities, and present information in a clear and engaging way
• Create and schedule social media content for platforms such as Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn
• Design graphics for social media, eblasts, announcements, presentations, and ministry promotions
• Develop promotional materials including posters, flyers, invitations, and event communications
• Assist with preparing and distributing weekly church communications such as newsletters and bulletins

Events & Ministry Support

• Support ministry programs and special events through logistical coordination
• Assist with event preparation, supplies, catering coordination, and setup
• Provide behind-the-scenes coordination and operational support for church events and ministry activities
• Assist with occasional local errands related to ministry operations or events

Qualifications Education & Experience

• Post-secondary education in administration, communications, marketing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous experience in administrative, office, communications, or ministry support roles preferred
• Experience creating digital and print graphics is considered an asset
• Familiarity with church or non-profit environments is an asset

Skills & Attributes

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to anticipate needs, take initiative, and follow through on tasks
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Creative with an eye for design, layout, and visual consistency
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Comfortable using Canva (or similar design platforms) and social media tools
• Familiarity with Planning Center Online (PCO) or willingness to learn
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Positive, service-oriented attitude with a heart for ministry
• Willingness to learn new systems and adapt to changing ministry needs
• Access to a reliable vehicle and willingness to assist with occasional local errands

Position Requirements

• Legally eligible to work in Canada
• Ability to work onsite in Richmond Hill, including occasional weekends as required
• Ability to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
• Demonstrates alignment with the doctrine and statements of faith of The Christian and Missionary Alliance in Canada

Summit Community Church is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible, and equitable workplace, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Let us know if you’re invited for an interview and need accommodation; we’ll handle your request confidentially.