Under the supervision of the Supervisor, International Projects, support the overall objectives of Joni and Friends’ Global Operations department. Perform duties and responsibilities including, but not limited to:

Duties:

• Coordinate/assist in the facilitation, measurement, and growth of the International Missions Outreach and Resource Projects

• Assist in facilitating and measuring the work of our STM Teams

• Coordinate the building of STM Teams in conjunction with Team Leaders

• Ensure the development and delivery of quality materials, presentation, and content of pre, mid, and post outreach orientation, devotions, and debriefs

• Works closely with Travel Management Company to ensure Team travel arrangements

• Review STM outreach itineraries for quality control purposes

• Report post-outreach after each International Project

• Contribute to the maintenance and regular updates of application system and web page descriptions of International Projects

• Assist in the creation of training materials such as, but not limited to, manuals, handbooks, forms, and role descriptions

• Cultivate ongoing relationships with past/present STM Team Leaders

• Apprise department of current and future STM schedule(s)

• Prepare annual STM budget in conjunction with Supervisor

• Monitor monthly expenditures for supplies for each assigned Project

• Maintains records for short-term missionary registrations, update files, and communicates with team members when information is needed

• Assists in coordinating webinars and training conferences for key outreach team positions

• Works with Administrative Analyst and Projects Administrative Coordinator for Projects reconciliation and accounting purposes

• Travels internationally in support of Ministry Program and Quality Control initiatives

• Provides administrative support to department Director as needed

• Leads and assists in-field training to lead Outreach Teams on international missions

• Other duties and projects as assigned by supervisor to support department and organizational needs

  Qualifications:

• Must possess a vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ and agree with the Joni and Friends statement of faith

• Desire to serve in a growing and dynamic Christian service ministry

• Bachelor’s Degree or 3 years of relevant experience required

• Must be a self-starter, flexible and able to multi-task in serving the objectives and goals of the Global Operations department and Joni and Friends overall

• Good interpersonal communication skills both verbal and written and the ability to effectively organize and prioritize a wide range of daily tasks with varied deadlines are necessary

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications required

• Able to support and integrate with other departments

• Must be detail oriented, committed to accuracy, a team player and self-starter who is flexible and able to work independently

• Must have a strong sense of confidentiality

• Capable of working well in a team environment and committed to professionalism and respect in interactions with co-workers and people served by the ministry

• Good judgment required in working with/for a diverse group of volunteers along with having effective and diplomatic communication skills, both verbal and written

• Understanding of Christian ministry and specifically Joni and Friends is desirable

  Compensation for the position is $23.00 - $24.00 per hour (non-exempt). This position is at our Agoura Hills office and we have a hybrid schedule (Mon, Tue and Thu in the office, Wed and Fri remote).

   

Prior to applying for any position with Joni and Friends, all applicants must review our Statement of Faith and Mission Statement (below).

MINISTRY LIFE:

Joni and Friends desire is to glorify God in the way we conduct ourselves, and in the work we do. Employment at Joni and Friends is not just a job but a calling from God to serve and share the gospel with people living with disabilities. We desire to see the local church become a place of belonging for every family living with disabilities. We want every employee to excel in their walk with Christ and at their job. We purposely create a ministry-wide prayer life environment and offer leadership, and general training to help employees “Lead like Jesus*” and perform their work with excellence.

CHRISTIAN DISABILITY MINISTRY ENGAGEMENT:

Every employee at Joni and Friends, regardless of their specific role is expected to grow and develop as a Christian Disability Ministry Leader (CDML). This implies a continuous journey of learning and involvement, where employees engage not only in Joni and Friends’ programs but also extend their ministry efforts to their local Christ-honoring churches. This core competency includes:

Active Participation – Actively participate in ministry, both within the organization and their local Christ-honoring churches (if possible and to what degree they are able), advocating for participation of people with disabilities

Continuous Growth – Besides Lead Like Jesus and Beyond Suffering trainings, continue to develop in the realm of disability ministry

Culture of Belonging Approach – Encourage a culture of belonging ensuring that the needs of the disability community are addressed with grace and understanding

Integration of Faith and Work – Ensure that Christian values are a driving force in all aspects of work

Below outlines the Biblical Commission, Vision, Mission, and Values of Joni and Friends which employees are required to believe and uphold.

BIBLICAL COMMISSION:

“Go out quickly in the streets and alleys of the town and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind and the lame…go out to the roads and country lanes and compel them to come in, so that my house will be full.” Luke 14:21-23 (NIV)

VISION:

“A world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ.”

MISSION:

“To glorify God as we communicate the Gospel and mobilize the global church to evangelize, disciple and serve people living with disability.”

VALUES:

• Honor God in everything we do

• Build relationships based on trust and respect

• Maintain integrity and excellence in programs and services

• Practice responsible stewardship

  • Lead Like Jesus is a course of study provided to all employees and is based on the book written by Ken Blanchard and Phil Hodges of the same name. The Lead Like Jesus course is the model which governs our ministry culture and contributes significantly to Joni and Friends maintaining its certification as a “Best Christian Workplace” according to surveys by the Best Christian Workplace Institute (BCWI).

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