Missions Coordinator

Description

About us

Orphan Outreach is a Christian non-profit serving orphaned and vulnerable children in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, and Latin America. Our mission is to glorify Jesus Christ by having a significant, long-term impact on orphaned and vulnerable children, equipping each child for a fulfilling, independent Christian life in their community.

We are looking for a Missions Coordinator to coordinate international mission trips to all countries served by Orphan Outreach. The ideal candidate will be very detail-oriented and task-oriented, have strong project management skills, and experience in a deadline-driven environment. This individual will have strong relationship-building skills and possess the ability to work with team leaders, trip participants, and in-country staff as trips are coordinated and planned on behalf of each team.

RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

Coordinate international mission trip logistics for Orphan Outreach:

• Develop mission trips in coordination with Orphan Outreach staff.
• Coordinate in-country trip logistics with international staff.
• Plan all trip itineraries and ministry activities in conjunction with Orphan Outreach program goals and needs.
• Provide guidance and direction on biblical content and curriculum that is used by teams on trips.
• Lead and facilitate in-person and virtual meetings with teams, preparing them before they travel.
• Manage online Missions Admin database and monitor financial records of trip participants.
• Recruit and train trip leaders and volunteers.
• Communicate with volunteer and mission interests.
• Assist with mission trip air travel and visas, when needed.
• Lead trips as needed.
• Assist with other Missions’ functions at the Orphan Outreach office.

Servant Leadership

• Assist the Missions staff in meeting deadlines for various tasks and projects as required.
• Participate in staff meetings, church events, and other opportunities.
• This position may require both domestic and international travel.
• Other duties as assigned to enhance the ministry of Orphan Outreach.

Requirement

POSITION REQUIREMENTS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Requirements

• Must be a committed Christian; exhibit Christian principles and values. Involved in a local church and understands the role and value of the church as advocates for orphans.
• Have a clear understanding of and commitment to Orphan Outreach’s mission and vision.
• At least 3 years of work experience in project planning.
• Project management experience/training preferred
• Requires in-depth understanding of a comprehensive field of knowledge.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Must speak, read, and write English proficiently.

Strengths and Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing and be understood in face-to-face interactions; to speak in front of groups; and to articulate with accuracy while speaking on the phone.
• Ability to carry out detailed oral and written instructions, answer phones, return phone calls and communicate in situations with some background noise.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with staff, applicants, churches and outside agencies/organizations.
• Ability to work under pressure and remain flexible as priorities change.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision; must be self-motivated and able to motivate others.
• Ability to exercise excellent professional judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to organize complex tasks and plans and to be detail oriented; effective ability to create plans.
• Must exhibit self-confident behaviors, secure with self and willing to give credit to others.
• Must be able to travel both domestically and internationally with valid passport and related paperwork.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and other standard Microsoft Office software.

To apply:

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and completed Orphan Outreach Employment Application to hrmanager(at)orphanoutreach.org or visit our website at https://orphanoutreach.org/about-us/employment/missions-coordinator