Job Details


Requisition Number 16-0040
Post Date 6/30/2016
Agency Name Christian Reformed World Missions
Title Promotions Assistant, World Missions Haiti - FT (Open Until Position is Filled)
City City in Haiti
Description

The Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA) has a full-time opening for a Promotions Assistant with Christian Reformed World Missions (CRWM) in  Haiti. The purpose of this position is to assist CRWM Haiti’s (WM-Haiti) ministry partners  to increase their ability to promote and illustrate the work that God is doing through them via media (stories, proposal writing, video, pictures, Internet, etc.).  This increased capacity in promotion will allow our ministry partners to effectively approach other organizations and groups to share in their passion to serve their communities in Christ’s name.  The end goal is for WM-Haiti’s partners to be less dependent on mission resources.  The Promotions Assistant will also evaluate WM-Haiti’s and SE’s efforts to promote the work of their partners.

A detailed position description is available below. For consideration, complete an on-line application attaching a cover letter and current resume by July 22, 2016.

The salary range for this position is $35,546 - $41,819 US and $38,004 - $44,711 Canada

Christian Reformed World Missions (CRWM)
POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title  Promotions Assistant
Department Latin America -- Haiti
Status   Full time
 

MINISTRY CONTEXT
In Haiti, three ministries of the CRCNA (CRWM, World Renew, and Back to God Ministries International) work together in a collaboration called Sous Espwa (SE), which translates to Source of Hope. SE works in partnership with several Haitian denominations and para-church organizations to equip Haitian Christians for Gospel service in their communities and churches.

PURPOSE
The Promotions Assistant will assist CRWM Haiti’s (WM-Haiti) ministry partners  to increase their ability to promote and illustrate the work that God is doing through them via media (stories, proposal writing, video, pictures, Internet, etc.).  This increased capacity in promotion will allow our ministry partners to effectively approach other organizations and groups to share in their passion to serve their communities in Christ’s name.  The end goal is for WM-Haiti’s partners to be less dependent on mission resources.  The Promotions Assistant will also evaluate WM-Haiti’s and SE’s efforts to promote the work of their partners.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Improve the capacity of WM-Haiti’s partners to promote their ministry.
a. Spend time with WM-Haiti’s ministry partners learning about their ministry programs, strategies, and results.  Occasional travel would be required.
b. Mentor WM-Haiti’s partners in the development and dissemination of promotional materials to tell their stories and share their ministry through the written word (e.g., blog posts, newsletters), photos and videos, and social media. 
c. Mentor and support the SE Bridger’s efforts to connect and remain connected with visiting volunteers and teams.
d. Assist WM-Haiti’s ministry partners to  network with other like-minded organizations and people for mutual learning and encouragement.   
2. Provide additional training to SE partners depending on education and skills of applicant.
3. Evaluate WM-Haiti’s efforts to promote the work of its Haitian partner organizations with constituents.
5. Cultivate relationships with the North American support base.
a. Develop and sustain a support base within CRCNA and other North American congregations to promote prayer, develop awareness, and raise support for ministry.
b. Promote responsible and enriching North-South partnerships linking Haitian organizations and communities with North American individuals, schools and/or churches in concert with the Sous Espwa Constituency Bridger.
c. With the help of the Sous Espwa Constituency Bridger, recruit, organize, host and work alongside visiting teams and volunteers that come to learn about ministry, build relationships, and support the CRCNA partners/ministries.
6.  Assist with administrative tasks that contribute to effective team functioning including accounting,
     planning/reporting, spiritual well-being, social/team building, team personnel, team training &
     professional development.   
7.  Participate in learning opportunities, individually and with other team members.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

One should be able to live in a developing world context along with the frustrations and challenges that it brings, such as: basic public infrastructure (water, electricity, etc.), basic quality of health services, the need for language and cultural adaptation.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS
1. Mature and growing faith rooted in the Reformed tradition and a spiritual maturity marked by personal integrity and Christian discipline.
2. A self-starter who is able to initiate projects and relationships with people as needed.
3. Proven ability to document and create interesting and informative stories through various media forms.
4. Experience in Office Suite, basic website/blog design and management, and social media. Videography experience would be an asset.
5. Demonstrated ability to listen well and appreciate a variety of viewpoints.
6. Able to work as part of a team and with people from a variety of perspectives, whether missionary or national; and willing to seek and listen carefully to the input of God and others.
7. Very high capacity for cross-cultural awareness, ability to learn Haitian Kreyòl and develop cross-cultural relationships.
8. Willingness to seek out and participate in continuing educational opportunities in relevant ministry areas.
9. Resilient and flexible; able to adjust to a different rhythm of life; a high level of patience with self and the surrounding culture; a diminished need to be “in control.”


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
1.  Bachelor’s degree required; further formal and/or informal theological education would be an asset.
2.  Some experience in communications or related field preferred.
3.  Some cross-cultural experience preferred.

 

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