Director of Global Engagement
Gospel1190, Whittier, CA, United States
Director of Global Engagement
Responsible to : Director of Ministries
Status : Full-time 32 hours, Hourly
General Position Overview To serve God at Whittier Area Community Church (WACC) by leading the church’s Global Missions program within the Go and Serve team. The Go and Serve team has three key areas of focus: serving in the church, serving locally, and serving globally. The primary focus of this role is to shepherd WACC’s congregation to share God’s heart for the world and to oversee WACC’s long‑term Global Partners.
Ministry Responsibilities
Work with the Director of Ministries in developing, promoting, and maintaining a strong, ongoing, well‑balanced global missions program in the church.
Join and oversee the Missions Administrative Team (MAT) in carrying out its responsibilities and in an evaluation of the WACC missions policy and program.
MAT responsibilities include: Serving as liaison between WACC and its Global Partners, encouraging WACC attendees to become involved in Global Missions efforts, recommending support levels for new and continuing Global Partners, promoting Global Investing within the church, developing an annual Global Missions budget to be presented to the Church and its Board, supervising and evaluating the allocation and expenditure of Global Missions funds in relation to the priorities and objectives of the WACC Global Missions program, and reviewing the effectiveness of the supported Global Partners work in the field.
Maintain regular contact with and provide care to WACC’s global partner families on‑field, on home assignment, and throughout their missionary journey, from pre‑acceptance to permanently returning to the U.S.
Develop and oversee new global partner candidates’ preparation for the field.
Supervise the Short‑Term Missions Coordinator in performing their duties and establishing goals in support of WACC’s Global Missions Program.
Assess the needs of our long‑term global efforts, mission organizations, and the church body, and remove barriers and facilitate opportunities for the church to serve globally through short‑term trips and other cross‑cultural experiences using healthy missiological practices, in collaboration with the Coordinator of Short‑Term Missions.
Recruit and develop short‑term team leaders and partner with them to develop and equip their short‑term teams.
In collaboration with the Short‑Term Missions Coordinator, plan and manage any additional short‑term mission events, such as the short‑term missions offering/commissioning and short‑term missions fundraisers/sharing nights.
Maintain accurate information and opportunities on WACC web pages pertaining to Global Engagement and within digital management tools like Ministry Platform and Go Method.
Partner with the rest of the Go and Serve Team to collaborate on advertising the global serve opportunities, such as on social media, as featured items, on Sundays, in specific grow groups, etc.
Keep abreast of current trends in global missions through reading, interfacing with others involved in missions, and attending conferences in the field of missions.
Keep abreast of technology and its potential use in connecting with and servicing our short‑term missionaries and global partners.
Participate in Global and Go & Serve Team events to the level that is appropriate for a full‑time employee.
Other duties as requested by the supervisor.
Qualifications
Strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ as evidenced by spiritual maturity and a close daily walk with Him, including a vision for the area of your ministry consistent with WACC’s mission statement.
Committed to the theological stance of the WACC, Converge Worldwide, and supportive of the ministry of the Southwest District.
B.A. or B.S. degree in Intercultural Studies, Anthropology, Counseling, Biblical Studies, or a related field. Willingness to seek additional training, if needed.
A good understanding of and a passion for global missions and cross‑cultural work.
Sufficient mission field experience to provide a mature understanding of overseas and cross‑cultural missions.
An irenic (operating in a manner conducive to peace) spirit, wholesome, positive, and caring toward the global partners, WACC staff, the community, and the congregation.
Committed to WACC’s mission statement, Core Values, and supportive of its culture.
A member in good standing of an evangelical church and willing to join WACC shortly after employment.
Working Church Staff and Volunteer Relationships
Report directly to the Director of Ministries.
Develop and be responsible for departmental meetings with volunteers and/or support staff as needed.
Work in partnership with the Go and Serve team.
Be a team player with other staff through active participation in meetings and by developing relationships that are mutually supportive on both a professional and personal level.
Participate in meetings, worship services, retreats, and conferences as requested by Supervisor and/or the Senior Pastor.
Participate in Senior Pastor designated “all‑in” church‑wide events (i.e.: Easter, Christmas, Go and Serve, VBS) to the level that is appropriate for a full‑time employee.
Be actively involved in WACC church life (i.e., attend Sunday services, participate in a Grow Group, and/or volunteer in its ministries).
Be informed of and function within the guidelines outlined in the WACC Employee Handbook.
Benefits and Compensation
Salary and benefits will be reconsidered each year by the Salary Review Team.
Insurance coverage, retirement, vacation, medical and other benefits are described and detailed in the WACC Employee Handbook.
This is a full‑time, 32 hour per week paid position.
Pay Rate: $25.00 – $27.00 Hourly
You may express your interest in this position by emailing your resume along with a cover letter tohr@wacc.net.
Link to Director of Global Engagement Opening on WACC Website
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Status : Full-time 32 hours, Hourly
General Position Overview To serve God at Whittier Area Community Church (WACC) by leading the church’s Global Missions program within the Go and Serve team. The Go and Serve team has three key areas of focus: serving in the church, serving locally, and serving globally. The primary focus of this role is to shepherd WACC’s congregation to share God’s heart for the world and to oversee WACC’s long‑term Global Partners.
Ministry Responsibilities
Work with the Director of Ministries in developing, promoting, and maintaining a strong, ongoing, well‑balanced global missions program in the church.
Join and oversee the Missions Administrative Team (MAT) in carrying out its responsibilities and in an evaluation of the WACC missions policy and program.
MAT responsibilities include: Serving as liaison between WACC and its Global Partners, encouraging WACC attendees to become involved in Global Missions efforts, recommending support levels for new and continuing Global Partners, promoting Global Investing within the church, developing an annual Global Missions budget to be presented to the Church and its Board, supervising and evaluating the allocation and expenditure of Global Missions funds in relation to the priorities and objectives of the WACC Global Missions program, and reviewing the effectiveness of the supported Global Partners work in the field.
Maintain regular contact with and provide care to WACC’s global partner families on‑field, on home assignment, and throughout their missionary journey, from pre‑acceptance to permanently returning to the U.S.
Develop and oversee new global partner candidates’ preparation for the field.
Supervise the Short‑Term Missions Coordinator in performing their duties and establishing goals in support of WACC’s Global Missions Program.
Assess the needs of our long‑term global efforts, mission organizations, and the church body, and remove barriers and facilitate opportunities for the church to serve globally through short‑term trips and other cross‑cultural experiences using healthy missiological practices, in collaboration with the Coordinator of Short‑Term Missions.
Recruit and develop short‑term team leaders and partner with them to develop and equip their short‑term teams.
In collaboration with the Short‑Term Missions Coordinator, plan and manage any additional short‑term mission events, such as the short‑term missions offering/commissioning and short‑term missions fundraisers/sharing nights.
Maintain accurate information and opportunities on WACC web pages pertaining to Global Engagement and within digital management tools like Ministry Platform and Go Method.
Partner with the rest of the Go and Serve Team to collaborate on advertising the global serve opportunities, such as on social media, as featured items, on Sundays, in specific grow groups, etc.
Keep abreast of current trends in global missions through reading, interfacing with others involved in missions, and attending conferences in the field of missions.
Keep abreast of technology and its potential use in connecting with and servicing our short‑term missionaries and global partners.
Participate in Global and Go & Serve Team events to the level that is appropriate for a full‑time employee.
Other duties as requested by the supervisor.
Qualifications
Strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ as evidenced by spiritual maturity and a close daily walk with Him, including a vision for the area of your ministry consistent with WACC’s mission statement.
Committed to the theological stance of the WACC, Converge Worldwide, and supportive of the ministry of the Southwest District.
B.A. or B.S. degree in Intercultural Studies, Anthropology, Counseling, Biblical Studies, or a related field. Willingness to seek additional training, if needed.
A good understanding of and a passion for global missions and cross‑cultural work.
Sufficient mission field experience to provide a mature understanding of overseas and cross‑cultural missions.
An irenic (operating in a manner conducive to peace) spirit, wholesome, positive, and caring toward the global partners, WACC staff, the community, and the congregation.
Committed to WACC’s mission statement, Core Values, and supportive of its culture.
A member in good standing of an evangelical church and willing to join WACC shortly after employment.
Working Church Staff and Volunteer Relationships
Report directly to the Director of Ministries.
Develop and be responsible for departmental meetings with volunteers and/or support staff as needed.
Work in partnership with the Go and Serve team.
Be a team player with other staff through active participation in meetings and by developing relationships that are mutually supportive on both a professional and personal level.
Participate in meetings, worship services, retreats, and conferences as requested by Supervisor and/or the Senior Pastor.
Participate in Senior Pastor designated “all‑in” church‑wide events (i.e.: Easter, Christmas, Go and Serve, VBS) to the level that is appropriate for a full‑time employee.
Be actively involved in WACC church life (i.e., attend Sunday services, participate in a Grow Group, and/or volunteer in its ministries).
Be informed of and function within the guidelines outlined in the WACC Employee Handbook.
Benefits and Compensation
Salary and benefits will be reconsidered each year by the Salary Review Team.
Insurance coverage, retirement, vacation, medical and other benefits are described and detailed in the WACC Employee Handbook.
This is a full‑time, 32 hour per week paid position.
Pay Rate: $25.00 – $27.00 Hourly
You may express your interest in this position by emailing your resume along with a cover letter tohr@wacc.net.
Link to Director of Global Engagement Opening on WACC Website
#J-18808-Ljbffr