Position Opening: Program Coordinator, Global Mission Partnerships

Church of the Brethren
July 17, 2009

Program Coordinator, Global Mission Partnerships
This position supports and extends the ministry of Global Mission Partnerships by providing administrative and programmatic functions for the international mission operations of the denomination.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 10, 2009

Summary of Position Functions:

• Provide administrative support and coordination for the offices of the Executive Director for Global Mission Partnerships, Brethren Volunteer Service, and the Global Food Crisis Fund.
  
• Generate promotional materials, including multi-media.
  
• Facilitate financial processes of the office.
  
• Communicate with a broad range of individuals and institutions in various media.
  
• Coordinate logistics for international travel.
  
• Facilitate personnel processes and documentation, including: insurance documentation, personnel change notices, volunteer status notices, and updating current personnel data.
  
• Maintain files and records.

Skills and knowledge required:

• Strong communication skills, verbal and written, with an ability to articulate the overall objectives of the program. A preference is given for bilingualism.
  
• Skilled in computer applications, particularly Outlook and Excel, with the capability and willingness to learn new software applications.
  
• Ability to problem solve; good judgment in prioritizing tasks.
  
• Knowledge of financial processes.
  
• Excellent organizational skills, i.e., ability to work with details and simultaneous tasks.

Experience:

• 3-5 years administrative experience in a 501(c)3 or similar setting.

Education:

• Some college preferred, i.e., two-year associate degree or vocational certificate.

Interested candidates can request a copy of the position description and application, from:

Office of Human Resources
Church of the Brethren
1451 Dundee Avenue
Elgin, IL 60120-1694
Phone: 1-800-323-8039, Ext. 258; E-mail: kkrog@brethren.org