Assistant Director of Nurturing Children Through Worship and Prayer
Job no: 494245
Work type: Administrative (Full Time)
Location: Marion, IN
Categories: Administrative/ProfessionalJob Title: Assistant Director of Nurturing Children Through Worship and PrayerReporting Relationship: The Executive Director of the ImaginariumUnit: IWU-MarionDepartment: School of Theology & Ministry-IWU MarionCampus Location: Noggle Christian Ministries, Marion, INSummary of Position: The Assistant Director of Nurturing Children Through Worship and Prayer is responsible for providing support for the Nurturing Children Through Worship and Prayer initiative of the Strengthening Ministry with Children Coordination Program. This support includes administrative work, networking with 150 non-profit organizations, and some travel. The Assistant Director will work closely with the Director of the Nurturing Children Through Worship and Prayer initiative in order to accomplish these duties. Fluency in a language other than English is strongly preferred.Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in teaching and coaching at online and in-person gatherings
- Recommend short and long term goals and objectives to the Director
- Track updates and changes in databases for grantees in the Nurturing Children Through Worship and Prayer Initiative
- Engage in deep listening and relationship building with a diverse group of grantees through Zoom, email, and face to face gatherings
- Maintain up to date notes in databases on correspondences with grantees
- Develop and coordinate means to seek regular input from Coordination Program key constituencies regarding the quality of programs and services
- Act as an internal consultant to bring attention and solutions to institutional priorities
- Contribute to the Nurturing Children Through Worship and Prayer annual report
- Generate innovative ideas to promote grant initiatives
- Assist the Director on site visits to various organizations
- Participate in staff meetings and retreats
- Attend and support the Coordination Program's annual gathering
- Assist in designing of resources
- Lead special projects as assigned
Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.Education
- Bachelor's Degree with preference given to Christian Ministries, Communication, Business, and Marketing emphases
Experience
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
- Experience with strategic marketing
- Experience coaching/consulting various organizations and individuals
- Fluency in English and an additional language is preferred
Required Skills
- Familiarity with various communication platforms
- Ability to teach on matters related to Christian formation both online and in-person to individuals from diverse communities and cultures
- Excellent oral and written communications skills, including the ability to articulate complex messages to a diverse constituency
- Strong creative, strategic, analytical, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and responsibly while managing numerous projects simultaneously
- Ability to represent the Coordination Program in a professional manner and foster positive working relationships
- Ability to be flexible and adjust strategies when necessary
Diversity StatementIWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMERAs a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised: 13 Dec 2024 US Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Jan 2025 US Eastern Standard Time