Director of U.S. Ministry Engagement

This is not just a job opportunity, this is an opportunity to transform lives!

Summary

The Director of Ministry Engagement will enhance Bible League's US Ministry by researching, developing and implementing strategies to increase the Bible League's effectiveness in ministering to the US church, raising resources for the Global ministries of the Bible League and increasing engagement of existing, new and potentially new segments of growth by:

• Evaluating, Co-ordinating and championing, existing and in the pipeline, Bible league material for its effectiveness and marketability to the US church and partners.
• Developing new program elements which will help the Bible League engage with new markets, population segments, partners within the US with special attention to millennial engagement.
• Enhance engagement of our US churches, donors and partners in our worldwide ministry.
• Oversee our donor relations team, increasing their effectiveness and expanding their

involvement with the DRD's and the ministry of Bible League worldwide.

This is to be done by working cross functionally with all different teams within the Bible League and with all segments of the advancement division. This will also entail the close working with the US ministries teams and Ministry Support teams to enhance everyone's effectiveness and efficiency as a reflection of our desire to be good stewards of God's resources.

Bible League International serves the under-resourced Church with Bibles and training to transform lives worldwide through God's Word! Our team is excited about God's calling on our ministry and serves Him in His mission for the world, with commitment and joy. We hope you will consider His leading in using your God-given gifts and abilities to help fulfill the Great Commission in serving at Bible League International! For more information about Bible League International, visit https://www.bibleleague.org/. Also take a moment and view our careers video to learn more about our culture through our staff at Bible League.

Duties

Develop and Lead cross functional teams to assess, evaluate and develop current and appropriate products to enhance the ability of the Bible League to work alongside the US Church in enhance it's role in reaching the lost and building life long disciples of Jesus Christ in all segments of the church.

Develop programs that will lead to increased engagement with the Bible League both in the US and worldwide through short and long term mission experiences.

Define and keep current on societal and population trends in order to develop new programs and resources so that the Bible League is able to keep current with and eventually be ahead of the emerging ministry needs of the US church as society changes.

Enhance ministry exposure to the next generation of church leaders by designing and implementation of internships and other ministry engagement opportunities within the Bible League.

Ensuring continued development, enhancement and smooth transitions of our existing donor base.

Development of relationships with new donors with a goal of walking with them so that they will become consistent, continuously engaged, and increasing givers as their life circumstances allow.

To focus on new ways to reach relapsed churches and donors, and leading them to engage with the Bible League in a new and consistently growing way.

Work well with other departments and be open to change as needed.

Travel as required (estimated travel will be up to 50% of annual work time).

Performs additional duties as required.

Organizational Relationships

Reports to: VP of Church and Donor Relations

Collaborates with: Internal groups, DRD's, Volunteers, Planned Giving, Church Relations and Engagement, Marketing and Development, HR, Partner Services, Global Field Operations, and anyone else that will help in achieving our mission as an organization.

Qualifications

Must be a Christian, having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Must also agree with our statement of faith and conduct his/herself in a Christ-like manner.

Bachelors degree preferred with experience in any or all of the following, organizational development, program development, research & marketing, communication, Christian ministries, network development and donor development

This individual should also have a continuous desire to learn and is adaptable to change, as well able to work with teams across the organization effectively.

Must be a self-starter and be able to work independently, including fulfillment of essential responsibilities outside of the corporate office

Propensity to address essential responsibilities with creativity, conscientiousness, and stewardship

Displays aptitude in the core competencies necessary to fulfill the position:

Servant Leadership:

Displays humility, and servant leadership with emotional intelligence and an exceptional ability to understand and convey the passion and heart of the Bible League and its' mission.

Team Player:

Ability to work well with the leadership team, their immediate team, as well as others across the organization in order to achieve the goals of the team and organization. They need to develop cross functional teams with the understanding that it may be easier and quicker to do the project by themselves but the best way to ensure the effectiveness of the project is by engaging various stakeholders with various opinions and ideas so that the end product is one that is an effective tool to accomplish the mission.

Positive Attitude:

Ability to maintain a positive outlook, work constructively under pressure, respond resourcefully when challenges arise, accept responsibility for actions, and adjust accordingly. Must approach objections or other challenges with a positive, "can-do" attitude and explore alternative solutions. Adaptability to fast-paced environment, to varied working conditions and requirements, and to diverse individuals and groups

Mission Focused:

Ability to focus on learning BLI's ministry and identifying opportunities to share with individual donors, churches, and like-minded organizations as well as communicate clearly and effectively the mission, vision and daily ministry of Bible League International.

Standards of Performance

In day-to-day responsibilities, this position will carry out Bible League International's core values which

are:

• Prayer - Our relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Calling - God's call into His work.
• Service - Serving God and others.
• Unity - Working together in unity.
• Integrity - In line with God's Word in word and deed.
• Vision - A Christ-centered hope and perspective.

Performance Evaluations

You will meet with your manager in alignment with our fiscal year to discuss accomplishments and priorities four times per fiscal year.

Bible League International offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including a generous 401k plan. As a part of our Statement of Faith BLI champions the training and professional development of our employees. We are also Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying public service employer. If you want to learn more about this exciting role or if you would like to apply, please visit our application site here.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion because we feel it enriches us as an organization and reflects God's love. Bible League International is a nonprofit, non-denominational, faith-based organization. Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act Section 702, the Bible League has the right to hire only candidates who agree with Bible League's Statement of Faith and profess Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior.