<div><strong>Position Summary:<br></strong>The Director of Communications develops and oversees the sharing of Joshua Project’s vision, data, people profiles, news and opportunities to a global audience through letters, e-mail campaigns, apps, infographics, social media, videos and Joshua Project’s various websites. The Director of Communications also oversees the communication of Joshua Project news and information to its staff.<br><br></div><div><strong>Essential Roles and Responsibilities:</strong></div><ul><li>Creatively communicate Joshua Project’s story and vision to our various audiences around the world through video, graphic, written and digital products.</li><li>Develop and implement annual communications strategies for a global audience.</li><li>Curate resources for various entities (churches, small groups, college ministries, national/regional mission networks, unreached initiatives) that mobilize prayer and work among unreached peoples.</li><li>Oversee the solicitation, compilation and design of quotes and stories of life change and impact through Joshua Project’s work from staff and constituents for communication materials.</li><li>Oversee the promotion of Joshua Project and its products through social media such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.</li><li>Develop cross-promotion communications with other like-minded organizations and initiatives.</li><li>Provide graphics and copy as needed for Joshua Project’s websites and partner publications.</li><li>Produce development materials and impact reports.</li><li>Assist with communication to donors and foundations.</li><li>Develop creative marketing strategies to grow Joshua Project’s subscribers and followers.</li><li>Study and implement the latest communication trends among young adults and in key countries of the world.</li><li>Create and manage a Joshua Project branding guide and make sure the organization and its personnel have consistent messaging and branding across all platforms.</li><li>Willing to fund up to 20% of salary through support raising.</li></ul><div><br><strong>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</strong></div><ul><li>Is an experienced graphic designer and comfortable using multiple design software products.</li><li>Has experience leading an organization’s communications and/or marketing efforts.</li><li>Has the ability to develop and oversee an organization’s communication using up-to-date electronic communication platforms.</li><li>Ability to direct overall communication efforts (web, video, audio, print, digital, marketing, social media, etc.)</li><li>Solid written communication and editing skills.</li><li>Cross-cultural communication skills.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Understanding of copyright and Creative Commons issues.</li><li>Ability to establish and meet deadlines.</li><li>Ability to handle a wide variety of tasks simultaneously.</li><li>Is effective in managing timelines and project budgets.</li><li>Strong skills in MS Office suite and email management systems.</li><li>Familiar with CSS for web design.</li></ul><div><br><strong>Characteristics and Qualifications:</strong></div><ul><li>Demonstrates a mature walk with God as a follower of Christ, as verified by lifestyle and references.</li><li>Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the Bible.</li><li>Evidences God’s calling to play a role in his mission to spread the gospel among all peoples of the world.</li><li>Is a strategic thinker and problem solver.</li><li>Can creatively find cost-effective marketing channels to spread Joshua Project’s vision.</li><li>Has the ability to work closely with a team and can set aside personal interests for what is best for the team.</li><li>Can graciously submit to those in authority.</li><li>Is age twenty-one or older.</li><li>Has a GED, high school diploma, or equivalent outside the United States.</li><li>Is legally able to work in the country of operation.</li><li>Aligns with Joshua Project’s statement on marriage, gender and sexuality.</li><li>Has no credit card debt and all other loans (student, mortgage, etc.) are manageable.</li><li>Shows evidence of good emotional, physical, financial and mental health.</li><li>Demonstrates a healthy relationship with a local evangelical church.</li><li>Agrees with the Lausanne Covenant, World Evangelical Alliance statement of faith and Joshua Project’s core values.</li><li>Demonstrates relational skills to network with partners for raising salary and ministry support.</li></ul>

Director of Communications

<div><strong>ABOUT THIS ROLE</strong></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>The Director of Marketing and Communications position requires excellent leadership skills, hands-on project management skills, and the ability to drive results. This role is responsible for the global management of marketing and content releases, owning marketing plans, strategies and content schedules from start to release, and partnering effectively with teams inside and outside of Churchome.&nbsp; As a key leader of the global Churchome brand team, this role helps to guide a world class in-house creative and marketing team who are responsible for delivering engaging material to our community and global audience to help them discover our message and complete our mission of telling the story of who Jesus is.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>The Director of Marketing and Communications must be a forward-focused, team player with a faith-filled attitude. The role reports to the Executive Creative Director.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>TARGETS</strong></div><ul><li>Comprehensive marketing strategies are designed and implemented to create awareness of Churchome’s activities, products, and brand.</li><li>Marketing department is provided high-level leadership, direction, and feedback.</li><li>Ideas are innovated and developed for promotional events or activities and organized efficiently.</li></ul><div>&nbsp;</div><div>The Director of Marketing and Communications will direct the organization toward its primary objectives of clear communication and sticky campaigns in order to fulfill the goal to be the best at telling the story of Jesus to the world, by performing the following responsibilities personally or through direct reports.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong>&nbsp;</div><div>Oversees global project management, coordinates communication, and administrative duties related to marketing and content on various projects. This role will oversee multiple projects at once and will work independently with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment with the ability to manage and handle conflicting but complementary priorities.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><ul><li>Define and drive the creative production process for Churchome marketing team projects.</li><li>Project management for various global projects simultaneously.</li><li>Works closely with team and creative vendors to implement the marketing strategy for various creative and global curriculum based projects.&nbsp;</li><li>Build comprehensive marketing plans that include social media strategies to share why Churchome exists.</li><li>Oversees the marketing schedule and enforces timelines of church marketing and content projects.</li><li>Screening of potential new opportunities and presenting back to leadership team for feedback and approval.</li><li>Enforce brand consistency and advocate on behalf of churchome.&nbsp;</li><li>Serves as liaison to contributors and others directly involved in published works, i.e. resolves issues, permissions activities, project documents, edits, drafts, projects, mailings, etc.</li><li>Coordinates and is the designated contact for church published resources and various projects.</li><li>Manages vendor relationships and facilitates local author/church tours.</li><li>Oversees strategy on&nbsp; church content for social media and promotional uses for projects, pre and post release.</li><li>Manages content for distribution i.e. bios, photos, podcasts, sermon series, outside speaking engagements.</li><li>Manages and maintains content for reference from any additional projects the church participates in.</li><li>Provide oversight and manage distribution to all public facing vendors.</li><li>Churchome may also assign other duties or responsibilities, in its sole discretion.&nbsp;</li></ul><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS</strong></div><div>Combination of education and experience:&nbsp;</div><ul><li>Degree in Communications, Marketing, Business or related field; or an equivalent of education plus experience</li><li>5-10 years of experience as a Marketing Director, Manager or similar role</li><li>Excellent project management, communication and organizational skillsMust have previous experience with design or creative services teams</li><li>Must be able to organize executive reviews, sign-offs, and coordinate feedback from various stakeholders</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical individuals</li><li>Ability to work comfortably across teams and with a variety of projects, vendors and high level professionals</li><li>Command of editorial, grammatical, and written communication skills</li><li>Ability to research and present information with clarity</li><li>Working knowledge of social media platforms</li><li>Excellent problem solving and negotiation skills</li><li>Able to exercise discretion and confidentiality</li></ul><div><br><strong>Preferred Qualifications&nbsp;</strong></div><ul><li>Previous experience speaking in front of senior executives</li><li>Demonstrated ability to gather, inspire and direct teams to desired results and goals</li><li>Manage high level relationships internal and externally &nbsp;</li></ul><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>BENEFITS OF WORKING AT CHURCHOME</strong></div><ul><li>Generous paid sick, vacation and holiday time off</li><li>Comprehensive health benefits for FTE</li><li>403B plan with matching employer funds</li><li>Flexible work environment</li><li>A community of incredible colleagues with a heart for Jesus and passion for their work</li></ul><div>&nbsp;</div><div>We are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our staff but also reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We know that the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives and ways of solving problems so we strive to attract and retain talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are forward-focused, team players who possess faith-filled attitudes so we can be the best at telling the story of Jesus to the world.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION</strong></div><div><strong>Work Location:</strong> Santa Barbara or Los Angeles, CA - preferred</div><div><strong>Employee Work Style:</strong> Hybrid</div><div><strong>Employee Work Hours Per Week: </strong>40 hours&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Employee Work Week Schedule: </strong>Monday - Friday&nbsp;</div><div><strong>FLSA Status: </strong>Exempt</div><div><strong>Supervisor: </strong>Executive Creative Director</div><div><strong>Staff Supervision: </strong>Marketing Manager</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Work Environment: </strong>The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Physical Demands:</strong> 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.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit.&nbsp; The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers, to talk or to hear.&nbsp; The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.&nbsp; Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Employees of Churchome must comply with the policies, procedures, requirements and responsibilities set forth in the staff handbook and the church’s other manuals and directives, as revised by the church from time to time.&nbsp; These include, for example, attendance at the weekly staff meeting, lifestyle expectations and church attendance expectations.&nbsp; This job description is subject to revision by Churchome at any time and for any reason.&nbsp; Nothing in this job description shall be construed as an implied agreement or promise of specific treatment of an employee, and it does not change the at-will employment relationship between the employee and Churchome.</div>

Director of Marketing & Communications

<div>The CRM Product Engineer will primarily be responsible for developing ministry tools within Rock RMS and providing Rock RMS support as needed to Life.Church and YouVersion’s environments and staff. This role utilizes their skills to deliver technical outcomes that align with the direction of their team to further Life.Church’s mission and to reach people for Christ.</div><div><br></div><div>At Life.Church, we exist to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ. It’s been our mission since 1996 and has guided us every day. Leading people isn’t just an expectation; it’s a necessity.&nbsp; It’s a cornerstone of our culture. That's why we’re always seeking leaders—leaders like you—to bring your skills to life. We are one church meeting in multiple locations, and we want to help you become the person God made you to be.</div><div><br></div><div>The Rock Development Team leverages technology to reach people worldwide, connecting them to our ministry and each other through our website, apps, and all Life.Church locations. Our apps serve our attenders by connecting them with our church and helping facilitate their growth as a fully devoted follower of Christ. It doesn't get much better than that!</div><div><br><strong>What You'll Do</strong></div><ul><li>Build, configure, and test new features and processes.</li><li>Understand ministry needs and communicate with ministry stakeholders regarding open projects.</li><li>Assist with software upgrades through code review and testing.</li><li>Provide great customer service to <a href="http://life.church/">Life.Church</a> and YouVersion staff and volunteers in-person, on the phone, and via the support desk system.</li><li>Troubleshoot technical issues and develop a prioritized action plan for resolution.</li><li>Receive and analyze end-user feedback and determine an appropriate course of action based on that feedback.</li><li>Complete technical documentation for new projects.</li><li>Coordinate with the support team to ensure that the Rock support articles are kept up to date.</li><li>Bachelor’s Degree preferred.</li></ul><div><br><strong>Skills Needed to Succeed</strong></div><ul><li>Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to maintain relationships and partnerships.</li><li>Maintain a systematic and organized approach to completing assignments accurately, thoroughly, and timely.</li><li>Clearly explain complicated and detailed processes in a concise and simple way.</li><li>Ability to self-motivate, take initiative, make independent decisions, and solve problems.</li><li>Ability to collaborate in a team environment and work independently.</li><li>Understanding of C#, .Net, Lava programming languages.</li><li>Bachelor’s Degree preferred.</li></ul>

CRM Product Engineer

<div>The SDMC will have responsibility for ensuring the development and implementation of the Marketing/Communications/Public Relations strategies of the organization. In so doing, the SDMC will oversee the voice and brand of Open Doors US (ODUS), ensuring all communications and marketing materials maintain brand integrity, the brand promise of connection and help implement the marketing/communications/public relations strategies of ODUS. The SDMC will ensure ODUS content is compelling and engaging, produce materials to aid marketing goals and drive results in social media, website and email newsletters. The SDMC has budget and managerial responsibilities in overseeing the ODUS Marketing &amp; Communications functions.</div><div><br></div><div><strong>Description</strong></div><div>We will consider any U.S.-based candidate for this remote position, with a preference toward candidates in CA, CO, AZ or MI.<br><br><strong>Salary</strong></div><div>$70,000 - $100,000 per year</div><div><br></div><div><strong>Job Duties:</strong></div><ul><li>Understand the current OD brand, identity and mission, while crafting and cultivating it for a growing audience in the US;</li><li>Create and implement communications strategies that engage and connect the American church with the needs of persecuted followers of Jesus while building brand awareness, loyalty and donor satisfaction;</li><li>Strategize with Associate Director of Marketing and other organizational stakeholders on content ideas and cadences;</li><li>Create a variety of written assets, including (but not limited to): direct mail copy; website articles; video scripts; email copy; magazine content; social media copy; devotional/reflective articles (think pieces); op-eds;</li><li>Work closely with Associate Marketing Director to synthesize marketing and communication strategies and plans;</li><li>Ensuring timeliness and excellence in all related deliverables, the SDMC will collaborate and provide oversight of third-party contractors (or the staff overseeing those contractor relationships) focused on direct mail, video projects or other needs;</li><li>In partnership with organizational stakeholders, aggressively pursue data sets to help guide marketing and communications plans,</li><li>Adapt and execute the global thematic content plan for the US market;</li><li>Manage and maintain a growing team aligned to organizational mission and values;</li><li>Recognizing the unique needs of various donor segments, provide editorial oversight of all print, digital, social media and email communications, ensuring branding and mission are consistent throughout;</li><li>Understand the Open Doors supporter persona, and craft content strategies to involve and grow that supporter audience;</li><li>Work across cultures with other development communications and ODI experts to build cross-organizational processes;</li><li>Strategize next steps to grow engagement with the Open Doors brand across the landscape of American Christianity.</li></ul><div><br></div><div><strong>Requirements:</strong></div><ul><li>Strong personal faith that aligns with Open Doors’ statement of faith</li><li>A love for the local church and the global Church</li><li>Eagerness to work with a global ministry across denominational and cultural lines</li><li>Passion for the work of strengthening persecuted Christians</li><li>Strong skills in editing, writing, copywriting and/or copyediting</li><li>Strong understanding of digital analytics and audience data, with a proven track record of data-driven decision making</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications or equivalent</li><li>10+ years experience in communications, journalism, publishing or content production</li><li>Experience in a non-profit or fundraising environment</li><li>Deep knowledge of the American evangelical landscape</li><li>Strong knowledge of all current social media platforms</li><li>Awareness and understanding of email platforms</li><li>Grasp of various CMS systems and a willingness to learn new platforms</li><li>Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite</li><li>Strong understanding of Microsoft Office products</li><li>Skills in HTML, video production, audio production, and non-English language mastery would be considered a bonus</li><li>Existing networks within the Christian church, publishing, music, creative, social media and design worlds is considered a plus</li></ul>

Sr. Director of Marketing & Communications

<div>Under the direction of the Vice President for Advancement, the Director of Communications will lead a team responsible for creating and executing a brand marketing strategy that increases recognition, enrollment, revenue, and loyalty. As well as leading the team, there will be hands-on production requirements to ensure timely completion of tasks. This strategy will cover channels including online and offline marketing, social media, traditional PR campaigns, and advertising. The Director is a member of the Leadership Council. This position has a start date of April 1, 2024.</div><div><br>The ideal candidate is a servant leader who possesses a Bachelor's degree, in communications, marketing, business administration, or a similar study. This candidate has demonstrated experience executing brand marketing strategy, leading a team, and completing graphic design projects, printing processes, and electronic communications.</div><div><br>Staff Qualifications - We desire staff with outstanding character and necessary skills as well as those who would maintain fundamental Baptist distinctives and ethos. By God’s grace, Maranatha will never knowingly select individuals to staff positions whose beliefs or practices are at variance with Maranatha’s deeply held and biblically supported religious convictions. Therefore,</div><ul><li>Staff members must be fundamental Baptists by practice and conviction.</li><li>Individual lifestyles must be in conformity to biblical teachings related to morality and virtue.</li></ul><div><br>If you meet these pre-qualification conditions, Maranatha may be a place of ministry and service.</div>

Director of Communications 

<div>Shades Mountain Baptist Church began in 1911 as a small local church in Birmingham, AL. It has now grown in its 110+ years to a 5,000+ member church. Currently, they are a member of the Southern Baptist Convention and at the end of the day, the goal of Shades Mountain Baptist church is to invite people to love God and love people. They stand on the Word of God as the foundation of all they do, have an unbearable burden for people who haven’t met Jesus, and want to leverage everything they have for the sake of the gospel.&nbsp;</div><div><br>As a church staff, they are relentlessly team oriented with an emphasis on creative freedom to do your job well and be the expert in your field. Personal, professional, and ultimately spiritual development is baked into their culture with weekly and monthly opportunities to have Shades’ resources leveraged for your benefit. Come join a people-oriented team to help leverage the gospel to Birmingham and the ends of the earth!&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div><strong>POSITION OBJECTIVE&nbsp;</strong></div><div><br></div><div>Shades Mountain Baptist Church is seeking a creative-minded Communications Director to lead a team of 6 individuals and oversee all aspects of their internal and external communications. The individual in this role would be involved in the regular life of the church as any other member would be, along with the responsibilities that come with this role. This person will direct and help execute videos for Sunday, social media content, website design, and graphics for various ministries around the church. This person would report directly to the Executive Pastor, Chad Cossiboom on a weekly basis. They will also be responsible for leading weekly communication meetings, one-on-ones with each team member, and act as a project manager for open and ongoing projects.&nbsp;</div><div><br>The right person will be able to come in and lead a team confidently, interface with senior church leadership, and creatively lead and execute church projects. Projects could include paid advertising for events, social media content, internal videos for a Sunday, or website design. This person would have the opportunity to grow their team size and responsibilities as they continue to excel!&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div><strong>POSITION KEY RESPONSIBILITIES&nbsp;</strong></div><ul><li>Have a hand in casting the vision of a project, assisting in executing and editing them, and ultimately delivering projects on time&nbsp;</li><li>Lead weekly communications meetings with the whole team&nbsp;</li><li>Lead weekly 1-on-1 meetings with direct reports in the communications department&nbsp;</li><li>Manage and utilize the communications budget effectively&nbsp;</li><li>Assist in the creation of digital, video, website, social, and print content&nbsp;</li><li>Develop a brand voice and guidelines while maintaining these across all internal and external platforms&nbsp;</li><li>Establish and drive a multi-channel communications strategy&nbsp;</li><li>Internalize the culture and priorities of the church&nbsp;</li><li>Hire and train new team members of the communications department&nbsp;</li></ul><div><br></div><div><strong>SKILLS &amp; EXPERIENCE NEEDED&nbsp;</strong></div><ul><li>3-5+ years of professional communications experience&nbsp;</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience&nbsp;</li><li>Non-profit or ministry experience is a plus&nbsp;</li><li>Proven ability to be a leader of people and not just a “manager”&nbsp;</li><li>Experience planning, leading, and executing digital communication projects&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to cast a creative vision for videos, website design, or marketing collateral&nbsp;</li><li>Proven track record of hitting deadlines with high-quality deliverables&nbsp;</li><li>Confidence to interface and lead conversations with senior-level leaders in the church&nbsp;</li><li>Familiarity with social media platforms and social media marketing&nbsp;</li><li>Forward-thinker, always setting the pace&nbsp;</li><li>Possess a naturally curious mindset, always looking for problems to solve or avoid</li></ul><div><br></div><div><strong>BENEFITS&nbsp;</strong></div><ul><li>Fully paid family health insurance&nbsp;</li><li>10% employer retirement contribution</li><li>PTO + 5 days a year for a mission trip</li><li>Paid Holidays</li></ul>

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