Sr Global Ministry Development Coordinator

Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.
The Sr. Coordinator, Global Ministry Development position exists to support the Sr. Director of Global Ministry Development and the Global Ministry Development team (GMD). The position provides coordinator-level support for the Sr. Director of Global Ministry Development and team by coordinating activities for the department including special projects, measures, training, process and procedure development and event planning and execution.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Supports Sr. Director of Global in all administrative duties (travel, correspondence, meeting planning, hospitality, etc.)
Coordinates communications with global leaders and partners; Coordinates & maintains an up-to-date database of ministry partners and key leaders and organizations
Plans and coordinates communication with global office partners, Focus US team and international constituents
Maintains Associate Office Director and Board of Director Directory
Works closely with Sr. Director of Global to help coordinate the annual International Director's Conference, semi-annual Regional Directors Conferences, and VIP events such as Partner meetings, Network forums, and constituent-facing events. Planning duties include but are not limited to:

• Communication with Participants
• Invitation Letters for Visas
• Hotel Reservations
• Transportation Logistics (including Airport Pickups \ Groome Transportation)
• Data Collection
• Purchasing Swag
• Meal Venue Reservations
• Conference Room Reservations
• Gift Baskets
• Ministry-wide Devo Scheduling
• A/V Support
• Budgeting

Supports Sr. Director as a point of contact for other FOF departments, including Creative Services, Broadcasting, Marketing/Digital Marketing, Events, and Guest Relations
Supports GMD staff and coordinates product and program development as directed by Sr. Director (local, national, and international)
Supports GMD staff in development of marketing materials when required
Works with other Global Ministry staff to prepare and maintain budget related to US Global Ministry and oversees purchasing, CEC, expense reports and other financial needs
Works with other Global Ministry staff to establish and maintain vendor relationship in the US and across the globe
Performs complex administrative tasks necessary to support general office functions, including development of schedules/timelines in support of department and FOF deadlines; preparation of internal/external correspondence, forms, and reports; utilization of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software
Pro-actively communicates project plans, impact reports, and plan details to management and relevant ministry areas
Other Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

• Office environment
• May be required to work occasional weekends and overtime, Occasional travel within the continental United States
• This role may require occasional travel including nights and weekends

JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
Character/Spiritual:
Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, "Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us..."
Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age."
Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct and Statement of Faith; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer
Prays personally for Focus on the Family's global family and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer
Engages in Christian ministry
Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values
Personal Characteristics:

• Awareness of own strengths and shortcomings, High energy level
• Emotionally resilient and capable of handling pressure and rejection without inappropriate disappointment
• Possesses a high degree of professionalism, Bright, positive, enthusiastic, and friendly - conveying warmth and a genuine interest in people
• Well-developed social skills; tactful. Creates favorable impression in terms of appropriate attire, appearance, bearing, and manner
• Convincing, persuasive, and credible; able to win long-term confidence and trust
• Must be a self-starter and able to multi-task; flexible with time management; be able to change tasks as needed

Knowledge/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, or Liberal Arts
• 2-4 years of experience in business, or ministry programs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other software
• In-depth knowledge of Focus philosophy, mission, values, and objectives
• Working knowledge and understanding of the budget and budgeting process

Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:

• Excellent communication skills (listening, written, and verbal)
• Exhibits clarity of expression, good organization of thoughts and effective articulation
• Ability to maintain a sense of humor under pressure and when confronted with shifting priorities
• Diplomatic in dealing with others inside and outside of Focus on the Family
• Ability to be sensitive to multi-cultural issues
• Ability to work with confidential information, extreme attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to adjust to constantly changing priorities, strong organizing, planning, and researching skills
• Ability to function in a multi-task environment, ability to analyze and prioritize work

Stewardship Requirements:

• Involved in purchasing and vendor relationships

Pay Range: $20.00 to $23.00/hr
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV
Application Materials Instructions:
Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.
Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.
Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for:

• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:

• Legal Shield/ID Shield
• AFLAC
• Retirement Plan
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Holidays
• Service Awards

Note: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.
*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for:

• Fitness Center
• Bookstore Discount
• Sick Time

Tentative Search Timeline:

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by March 20th, 2024. However, this posting will remain open until filled.
• The potential employee start date is April 1st, 2024.

Posting date: February 21st, 2024
Unposting date: ongoing until filled
Posting contact email: job@fotf.org
Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.