Sarah Harcharran
Ramsey,Cambridgeshire
Summary
Committed Christian mission worker with extensive experience in Gospel-centred, public-facing ministry, passionate about sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ and seeing people come to faith. Calm, compassionate, and professional in fast-paced environments, with a strong commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and pastoral care, alongside proven strengths in administration and project management. Experienced in coordinating volunteers, communication, finances, reporting, and fundraising, and motivated to equip churches and communities for prayer-led mission that welcomes, supports, and shares the love of Christ with people of all ages and backgrounds.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
8002
8002
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Street Chaplain Co-ordinator
Light Project Peterborough
Peterborough
11.2022 - Current
- Recruiting, training and mentoring a team of chaplains to equip them in their role of Street Chaplains.
- Building up relationships between key agencies.
- Overseeing administration and management of different areas of ministry, including pub, city centre, parks and within the night time economy.
- Producing reports for key partners, both written and verbal.
- Providing spiritual guidance, emotional support and signposting to residents, visitors and the workforce of the central Peterborough area.
- Reviewing Risk assessments and policies and ensuring team members adhere to them.
Executive Officer
Breadline Moldova
Remote Working / Moldova
04.2023 - 12.2025
- Led communications through regular newsletters and website updates, ensuring UK supporters were informed of prayer needs, financial requirements, and ongoing ministry involvement.
- Represented the charity in churches and community groups, thanking supporters, sharing impact, and building sustained prayerful and financial engagement.
- Developed and coordinated prayer initiatives to ensure overseas partners and projects were consistently covered in prayer.
- Maintained close communication with partners in Moldova, providing pastoral care and practical support from the UK and through personal visits.
- Presented financial needs and project requirements to trustees in a timely and transparent manner, ensuring grants and designated funds were used for their intended purposes.
- Wrote grant proposals to support healthcare, education, and welfare projects in Moldova.
- Ensured safeguarding, risk assessments, and other organisational policies were up to date, implemented, and adhered to across all areas of work.
- Acted as a key liaison between trustees, supporters, volunteers, and overseas partners, supporting effective collaboration and shared mission vision.
Strategy and Development Manager
Revive Ramsey
Ramsey, Cambridgeshire
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Led the development and delivery of a three-year strategic plan for Ramsey Foodbank, optimising premises and resources, strengthening partnerships with community and statutory agencies, and extending services to support those at risk of food insecurity.
- Recruited and mobilised local volunteers to address root causes of poverty and advocate for policy change through coordinated local and national engagement.
Home Educator
N/A
Sheffield
03.2014 - 08.2022
- Coordinated extracurricular and learning activities to create inclusive, positive engagement.
- Developed individual learning plans with clear goals and outcomes.
- Managed a county-wide website to connect and support a diverse education community.
CAP Debt Centre Manager & Social Outreach
Rock Christian Centre
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Established a new Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Debt Centre in a deprived inner-city area, working collaboratively to serve the local community effectively.
- Worked closely with trustees and key stakeholders to develop strategy, ensuring resources were used wisely and services delivered with integrity and impact.
- Managed a centre supporting people experiencing homelessness, providing hot food, clothing, and spiritual and emotional support.
- Served as Assistant Manager of an inner-city foodbank, overseeing warehouse operations and offering pastoral and spiritual care to clients.
- Recruited, trained, and supported volunteers, ensuring safeguarding, policies, and procedures were consistently followed.
- Drafted funding proposals and liaised with local councils and statutory bodies to secure funding for new and developing projects.
Self Employed Cattery Owner
Self Employed
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
09.2014 - 06.2022
- Oversaw all aspects of daily operations, including animal welfare, customer service, staffing, and regulatory compliance.
- Managed accounts, budgeting, and cash-flow forecasting to ensure the sustainability of the business.
UK Director
Good Samaritan Ministries
Lahore, Pakistan
01.2013 - 07.2015
- Built and maintained relationships with UK and European churches, meeting with church leaders and speaking in churches and conferences.
- Produced newsletters and prayer diaries to support clear communication and prayer partnership with overseas partners.
- Planned and coordinated UK itineraries for visiting Pakistani ministers.
- Managed donations, fundraising activity, and online marketing, including social media and the charity website.
- Travelled overseas as required, including providing practical and pastoral support in Tacloban, Philippines, following Typhoon Haiyan.
Events and Marketing Manager/ Area Office Manager
(RCCG) Victory Assembly
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
09.2006 - 08.2013
Examiner/Principal Examiner
Pearson Education
London
04.2001 - 08.2009
Teacher of Philosophy and Religious Studies
Sheffield High School for Girls
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
09.2004 - 08.2006
Head of Religious Studies
Rawmarsh Sports College
Rawmarsh, South Yorkshire
09.2001 - 08.2004
Education
PGCE - Religious Studies
Sheffield Hallam University
BA Biblical Theology -
Sheffield University
SheffieldDiploma in Christian Ministry -
Mattersey Hall Bible College
MatterseyCertificate in Biblical & Evangelistic Ministry -
Cliff College
Calver A-Levels -
Thirsk School
Thirsk, North YorkshireGCSEs - Various subjects including Maths and English
Bedale High School
Bedale, North YorkshireSkills
- Gospel communication and Biblical application in outreach and teaching
- Prayer-led ministry and pastoral sensitivity
- Community engagement and public-facing outreach
- Cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Public speaking (churches, community groups, outreach settings)
- ESOL teaching and cross-cultural communication
Mission & Ministry
Communication & Teaching
- Administration and organisational coordination
- Project management and delivery
- Safeguarding awareness, confidentiality, and compliance
- Record-keeping, reporting, and attention to detail
- Volunteer coordination and rota management
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Community engagement strategies
- Fundraising and financial awareness
Organisation, Administration & Safeguarding
Strategy & Development
Certification
- Active and committed member of my church
- Learning about different cultures
- Entertaining and cooking
- Growing chillies
- Exploring new places & meeting new people
- Spending time with family
- Parkrun
Timeline
Executive Officer
Breadline Moldova
04.2023 - 12.2025
Street Chaplain Co-ordinator
Light Project Peterborough
11.2022 - Current
Strategy and Development Manager
Revive Ramsey
02.2022 - 11.2023
CAP Debt Centre Manager & Social Outreach
Rock Christian Centre
03.2020 - 07.2022
Self Employed Cattery Owner
Self Employed
09.2014 - 06.2022
Home Educator
N/A
03.2014 - 08.2022
UK Director
Good Samaritan Ministries
01.2013 - 07.2015
Events and Marketing Manager/ Area Office Manager
(RCCG) Victory Assembly
09.2006 - 08.2013
Teacher of Philosophy and Religious Studies
Sheffield High School for Girls
09.2004 - 08.2006
Head of Religious Studies
Rawmarsh Sports College
09.2001 - 08.2004
Examiner/Principal Examiner
Pearson Education
04.2001 - 08.2009
PGCE - Religious Studies
Sheffield Hallam University
BA Biblical Theology -
Sheffield University
Diploma in Christian Ministry -
Mattersey Hall Bible College
Certificate in Biblical & Evangelistic Ministry -
Cliff College
A-Levels -
Thirsk School
GCSEs - Various subjects including Maths and English
Bedale High School